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 a shovel test survey in Oklahoma . Primary duties will include conducting shovel test and pedestrian surveys. Work is anticipated to start by the middle of October and continue through the end of the year.

Successful candidates should be motivated, resourceful, dedicated, and organized, and able to dig 20 – 25 holes per day . All candidates will work under the supervision of a Field Director or Project Director.

Re sponsibilities :

Technicians are responsible for performing common tasks associated with archaeological investigations and surveys within the project area . These include but are not limited to:

Perform pedestrian survey

Perform shovel test survey

Complete field related paperwork legibly

Assist in technical site documentation

Use of a handheld GPS unit

Qualifications

A Bachelor's Degree in anthropology, archaeology, or a closely related field

Have completed an accredited field school

Ability to work well in a team-based environment

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

Willing to travel overnight for an extended period of time

Current valid driver's license and a clean driving record

Must be a US Citizen with the ability to pass a standard background check.

Years of Experience : (5) months with a range of field methodologies

Education Level: Bachelor’s

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

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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