Archeological Monitor

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SUMMARY:

DAWSON is seeking an archaeological monitor for a period of 12 months in Yuma AZ. This position is hourly with overtime paid. Subsistence and lodging (federal rates) paid as well. Anticipated start date is late 2025/early 2026.

Hourly rate: $32.

Responsibilities:

• Daily monitoring of construction activities
• Completion of daily monitoring logs
• Recordation of cultural resources
• Communication and coordination with DAWSON senior team members

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Anthropology Archaeology or closely related field.
• 2 years of relevant archaeological experience or professional internships.
• Ability to work in the field independently.
• Ability to identify historical and prehistoric 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 drivers 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 withstand high outdoor temperatures.

DAWSON 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.

DAWSON 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.

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

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