Cultural Resources Monitor

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SUMMARY:

LAUKOA is seeking archaeological candidates for field technicians, surveying, monitoring, and/or excavating projects throughout the US, but mostly along the US/Mexico Border. Per diem (lodging, subsistence) provided at federal rates. Compensation is paid hourly, with overtime available. Open positions include full and part time assignments. Several projects are up to two years in duration.

Work for this position will be located at one of the following sites:

• Sierra Blanca, TX
• Laredo, TX
• El Paso, TX
• Douglas, AZ
• Nogales, AZ
• Yuma, AZ
• Campo, CA
• Jacumba, CA
• El Centro, CA

*Location and pay will be based on contract needs.

Responsibilities:

• Daily monitoring of construction activities
• Completion of daily monitoring logs
• Recordation of cultural resources
• Phase I (Class III) pedestrian survey
• Testing and data recovery tasks as needed
• Communication and coordination with LAUKOA senior team members

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Anthropology, Archaeology or closely related field.
• 2+ years of relevant archaeological experience or professional internships.
• Ability to identify historical and pre-contact artifacts and features.
• Effective written/verbal communication and organization/analytical skills; experience recording/writing technical data and reports a plus.
• Detail-oriented and hands-on troubleshooting/problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility, travel, and work independently as well as with supervision.
• Familiarity with environmental regulations including but not limited to the NHPA, NEPA, ARPA and NAGPRA.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Able to pass a federal and state background check for project-based assignments.
• Working knowledge of GIS software a plus.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Ability to walk in inclement weather, at high altitudes and in rugged terrain
• Ability to carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to operate a 4wd vehicle
• Ability to withstand high outdoor temperatures
  

LAUKOA is an Equal Opportunity/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

LAUKOA offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.

LAUKOA gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.