Cultural Resources Supervisor

The Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians (ACBCI) is currently seeking a Cultural Resources Supervisor for their Tribal Historic Preservation Office.

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Supervise the ACBCI Cultural Monitor staff to ensure the effective monitoring of development/construction projects that are subject to cultural monitoring on the Agua Caliente Indian Reservation and within the Agua Caliente traditional use area. Prepare, manage and keep current monitoring agreement documents.

QUALIFICATIONS
▪Minimum of High School education; G.E.D. or equivalent.
▪ Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or closely related field preferred.
▪ Must be able to complete a Cahuilla Based Cultural Resource Monitor Educational Program (minimum 40 hours training), be certified, and keep certification current (upon hire). Other certifications, education and/or work experience will be considered.
▪ Minimum of 3-5 years of practical experience including 1-2 years supervising employees, or combination of related education and experience.
▪ Strong knowledge of current local research methods and field application of archaeological principles; basic knowledge of federal, state, local and tribal legislation pertaining to cultural resources.
▪ Possess the ability to interact with multiple people/groups of all levels and to effectively communicate.
▪ Proficient in Microsoft Office.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (other duties may be assigned)
▪ Supervise all Cultural Monitors and direct and evaluate in the areas of policies,
procedures and job performance. Ensures adherence to policies and procedures, and
internal controls.
▪ Assist in preparing and negotiating monitoring agreement documents and amendments
including coordination with client, legal counsel, risks management, and accounting.
▪ Assist in managing monitoring agreements to ensure that contractual terms are followed.
▪ At the end of each two-week period, check timesheets for accuracy and share all pertinent
billing information goes to the accounting department for processing. Ensure all mileage
and per diem checks are distributed.
▪ Distribute client contact information, preconstruction meeting information, and pertinent
project details to Cultural Monitors and the THPO Operations Manager.
▪ Maintain contact with the Operations Manager to ensure all monitoring requests both
internal and external are covered in the correct capacity
▪ Collaborate with CRM firms, agencies, and project managers to ensure compliance for
Cultural monitoring conditions.
▪ Conduct weekly site visits to current and ongoing projects to check in with Cultural
Monitors, CRM archaeologists, and developers to assess and document a project’s
progress.
▪ Produce the weekly monitoring schedule.
▪ Review and compile daily cultural monitoring summaries and give feedback to Cultural
Monitor
▪ Ensure that Cultural Monitoring staff maintains proper and up-to-date field gear and
safety equipment, and that they are administered pertinent safety trainings.
▪ Responsible for conducting the yearly Cultural Monitors Training course for the
certification of cultural monitors.
▪ Coordinate quarterly Cultural Monitoring meetings and other meetings as needed.
▪ Responsible for communication and information dissemination between Operations
Manager, Cultural Monitors, and construction project management.
▪ Must comply with all applicable ACBCI System of Internal Controls, Standard Operating
Procedures and all Tribal Regulations.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
To perform this job successfully, the individual must work in both the office and field
environments. The position requires physical activity and you must be physically fit. Other
activities may include hikes of various durations, with packs/equipment for projects that are
inaccessible by vehicle. Individuals will be required to walk/hike 8+ miles, climb stairs and walk
on uneven surfaces. Additionally, the individual must be able to work long hours in outdoor
weather conditions year-round, ranging from 32 degrees F. to 125 degrees F. and in direct sun,
must be able to lift at least 50 lb. to waist level and be able to walk carrying the weight.

Must be able to travel in and out of Palm Springs, California area.