Field Archaeological Monitor: On-Site Compliance & Discovery

ERM; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 74,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM is hiring Field Archaeological Monitor to provide on-site cultural resource monitoring and compliance support during construction across Northern Nevada and Southern Idaho. The role involves monitoring ground-disturbing work, documenting resources, and ensuring adherence to federal and state permit conditions.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, 2–3 years of Great Basin fieldwork, and experience with GPS data collection and GIS tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a closely related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of professional fieldwork in Great Basin archaeological fieldwork or cultural resource monitoring.
• Experience monitoring construction or infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with Section 106, NHPA, and BLM, NV, and ID agency permitting requirements.
• Ability to identify prehistoric and historic-period archaeological materials.
• Experience using GPS units, Survey123, ArcGIS, or similar field data collection tools.
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to work safely in active construction environments and outdoor field conditions.

Responsibilities

• Monitor ground-disturbing work and identify cultural resources during construction.
• Document archaeological materials, features, and isolated finds.
• Implement unanticipated discovery procedures per project permits.
• Coordinate in real time with construction crews, project managers, and cultural resource leads.
• Maintain compliance with permit conditions and environmental commitments.
• Complete daily monitoring logs, field notes, and photographic documentation.
• Collect GPS data as instructed.
• Assist with preparation of monitoring summaries, discovery documentation, and technical memoranda.
• Communicate findings and status to project managers and senior archaeologists.
• Support coordination with Native American tribal monitors when applicable.

Skills

GPS data collection

ArcGIS

Survey123

Field safety

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Archaeology/Anthropology

Tools

ArcGIS

Survey123

Job description

ERM is hiring Field Archaeological Monitor to provide on-site cultural resource monitoring and compliance support during construction across Northern Nevada and Southern Idaho. The role involves monitoring ground-disturbing work, documenting resources, and ensuring adherence to federal and state permit conditions.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, 2–3 years of Great Basin fieldwork, and experience with GPS data collection and GIS tools.