Field Cultural Resource Monitor - THPO Liaison

Agua Caliente Band Of Cahuilla Indians; Palm Springs (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians' Tribal Historic Preservation Office is seeking a Cultural Monitor I who serves as a liaison between construction projects and the THPO. Monitors protect Tribal Cultural Resources and work with archaeologists and lead agencies on avoidance of impacts.

You will observe excavations in sensitive areas, document findings, and communicate field information to the Cultural Resources Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Previous Cultural Monitoring experience preferred
• Certified from a Cultural Resource Monitor Training Program
• Certified in CPR and basic First Aid or able to obtain certification within the first 6 months of employment
• Valid State driver’s license
• Proof of current vehicle insurance
• Must provide own 4WD vehicle
• Evidence of Tribal enrollment required if offered position

Responsibilities

• Monitor all ground distributing activity, as assigned by the THPO Department.
• Perform field inspections of project areas to determine the likelihood or the presence of cultural resources
• Document all findings in accordance with THPO policies
• Works with the THPO ensuring all Tribal Cultural Resources and Tribal Ancestors are treated with dignity and respect
• Thoroughly and accurately complete narrative sections on monitoring forms documenting all project activity and communicates verbally and in writing to Cultural Resources Supervisor
• Effectively communicate field information to ACBCI Cultural monitors, archaeologists, and supervisory construction personnel
• Work with others, maintaining professionalism, and abiding by all safety protocols including wearing all PPE
• Participates in job-related trainings and staff meetings as assigned by THPO

Skills

Artifact recognition

Map reading

Independent work

Judgment & problem solving

Confidentiality

Professionalism under pressure

Communication with THPO

Cultural awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Cultural Resource Monitor Training Program

CPR & First Aid certification

Valid California driver’s license

Vehicle insurance

Own 4WD vehicle

Tribal enrollment proof

Job description

Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians' Tribal Historic Preservation Office is seeking a Cultural Monitor I who serves as a liaison between construction projects and the THPO. Monitors protect Tribal Cultural Resources and work with archaeologists and lead agencies on avoidance of impacts.

You will observe excavations in sensitive areas, document findings, and communicate field information to the Cultural Resources Supervisor.