[ShovelBums.Org] Archaeological Monitor, City of Port Angeles, WA, March to June 2011, Pay and Per deim negotiable

NATURE OF WORK: 

The City of Port Angeles, Washington, is actively seeking to fill a temporary Cultural Resource Monitor (archaeological technician) position for a Stormwater Separation Project in Port Angeles, Washington. This is an hourly position expected to begin March 1, 2011 and continue to May 1, 2011 (or longer dependent upon construction delays). The candidate will typically work up to and over 40 hours per week, mostly between 6pm and 6am depending on construction schedule. Overtime is a condition of the employment. Lodging and a daily Per Diem are negotiable. Pay rate will be based on individual education and experience.

The position will be under general supervision of the City Archaeologist.  The work involves maintaining effective communication with the City Archaeologist and performing sound fieldwork including identification and recording of historic and Pre-Contact artifacts, features, and other items of archaeological interest uncovered during construction activities.  Limited office work may be available upon completion of the project and will depend upon the experience and abilities of the applicant.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

(Essential job functions are those functions that the individual holding the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of reasonable accommodation.) The following duties are not inclusive of all duties and the incumbent performs other related duties as required.

1.      Understands and follows the established Inadvertent Discovery and Archaeological Monitoring Plan (IDAMP) for the project.

2.      Performs technical, archaeological fieldwork including identification and analysis of possible cultural and historical artifacts; safely conducts construction monitoring; and prepares daily and weekly reports under the supervision of the City Archaeologist.

3.      Follows the established communications plan and maintains regular communication with the City Archaeologist

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1.      Maintains databases (GIS and Excel) on fieldwork activities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather during overnight hours; have the ability to do physical demanding work including lifting, bending, stooping, reaching, and lift in excess of 50 pounds on a frequent basis. 

QUALIFICATIONS:  Cultural Resource Monitors shall have the following qualifications:

1.  A BS or BA degree in anthropology, archeology, historic archeology or a
related field and one year experience as a cultural resources monitor in the western United States; or

2.  An AS or AA degree in anthropology, archeology, historic archeology or a
related field and two years experience monitoring in the Northwest United States

3. A valid driver’s license and a good driving record acceptable to the City Risk Manager.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

·         Considerable knowledge of fundamental principles, methods, and theories in archaeology acquired through a combination of education and work experience.  

·         Knowledge of cultural resources common to the region, including Native American cultures and historical backgrounds for tribes of the Pacific Northwest.

·         Knowledge and understanding of the specific prehistoric and historic cultures and themes significant to the Pacific Northwest.

·         Knowledge of and ability to use a variety of hand tools and other equipment used for archaeological fieldwork and research.

·         Ability to work independently with minimal supervision for assigned projects.

·         Ability to apply sound judgment, analytical and reasoning skills to complete work products.

·         Ability to keep accurate notes for documentation purposes.

·         Ability to read, write, and speak the English language necessary for efficient job performance.

·         Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other inspectors, contractors, and City staff, as well as the ability to handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy. Limited contact with Tribal cultural resources representatives can be expected. Must be able to handle interactions with interested public with tact and confidentiality as appropriate.

Please Contact the City Archaeologist, Derek Beery for more information or to apply.

dbeery@cityofpa.us

(360) 417-4704 office

(360) 461-9131 cell