Tribal Cultural Monitor

The Tribal Cultural Monitor protects and preserves cultural and historic resources. The Tribal Cultural Monitor will be assigned to development/construction projects to participate in and obtain firsthand knowledge of archaeological excavations and construction in areas with cultural sensitivity or the potential for cultural deposits. The Monitor is anticipated to receive various assignments, and some sensitive areas may encounter buried artifacts, features, and human remains. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Monitor all ground distribution activities, including mass grading, grubbing, weed abatement, trenching, and excavation on previously disturbed and undisturbed ground. 

• Ability to recognize cultural artifacts, human remains, village sites, and midden deposits; must be able to read maps and utilize a compass. 

• Request excavation work to stop so that discoveries can be evaluated. 

• Help to ensure that Native American human remains and any associated grave items are treated with culturally appropriate dignity. 

• Travel to construction/project sites as needed. 

• Attend/participate in job-related conferences & training, resulting in traveling and overnight stays. 

• Keep detailed notes and record information appropriately for site protection records. 

• Produce daily and weekly reports of monitoring activities. Establish and maintain confidential and legal files and records; edit reports, check logs, and other data for accuracy, completeness, and conformity to established standards. 

• Operate various office machines, including iPads, computers, printers, and copiers. 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. 

• Perform other duties as assigned.