Archaeological Field Technician

DDC 4C, a subsidiary of Dine Development Corporation, is currently and continually seeking qualified applicants for temporary, on-call, Archaeological Field Technician positions to support ongoing and upcoming archaeological survey, excavation, and monitoring projects. Primary duties will include assisting with background research, conducting archaeological surveys and construction monitoring projects. Work will include both one-day and multiple-day assignments. We anticipate that employment will begin immediately. While these are classified as temporary positions, we anticipate enough work to continue employment following initial projects.

Successful candidates should be motivated, resourceful, dedicated, and organized, and able to walk several miles per day over uneven terrain. All candidates will work under the supervision of a Field Director or Project Director.

Responsibilities:

• Technicians are responsible for performing common task associated with archaeological investigations and surveys within the archaeological project area. These include, but not limited to:
• Perform pedestrian and shovel test survey
• Complete field related paperwork in a legible manner
• Assist in technical site mapping, photography and feature and artifact documentation
• Use of handheld GPS units for site mapping, and site form preparation.
• Ability to be travel and be away from home for long periods of time
• Successful candidates should be motivated, resourceful, dedicated, and organized, able to take direction, and contribute to a team.
• A bachelor’s degree in anthropology, archaeology, or a closely related field
• Have completed an accredited field school
• Six (6) months field experience with a range of field methodologies
• Ability to travel to a location, walk and conduct fieldwork for long hours, sometimes in inclement weather, rugged terrain, often at high altitudes, and the ability to carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 40 pounds is required
• Current valid driver's license and a clean driving record
• Must be a US Citizen with the ability to pass a standard background check.

Preferred:

• Strong writing skills
• Familiarity with GPS units and digital data collection is a plus but not required.
• Experience driving a four-wheeled drive vehicle off-road in or on rugged, backcountry roads
• Familiarity with typical electrical utility operations and maintenance activities
• Experience working around heavy machinery and communicating with maintenance crews

About Us

Diné Development Corporation (DDC) is a Navajo Nation–owned family of companies that provides government agencies and commercial organizations with high-quality IT, professional, environmental, and research and development services. DDC is dedicated to empowering the Navajo Nation and the communities we serve.

Benefits

Eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, retirement savings with company match, and paid time off. Additional benefits include voluntary supplemental benefits, access to an employee assistance program, and educational assistance with tuition reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity & Compliance Statement

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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