
The Indigenous Affairs Specialist role at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science serves as a strategic advocate and compliance expert bridging the institution with Indigenous communities. Key responsibilities include overseeing legal repatriation mandates under NAGPRA, co-leading the Indigenous Communities Outreach Team, and integrating Indigenous perspectives into museum exhibitions and programming. The position emphasizes a listening-first approach to build trust and foster long-term, reciprocal partnerships with Tribal Nations. This full-time role offers the opportunity to drive institutional decolonization practices within a collaborative culture that values empathy, critical thinking, and diverse community relationships. The position operates on a standard Monday through Friday schedule with occasional weekend or evening requirements.

















