SUMMARY :
The Tribal Monitor will be assigned to development / construction projects to participate and obtain firsthand knowledge of archaeological excavations and construction in areas that are known to have high probability for encountering cultural resource material. In addition to participation on construction projects, during year one the monitor will assist the THPO with developing a reservation wide "Cultural Resource Monitoring Plan". The developed CRMP will be utilized to help protect known cultural resource sites deemed valuable to the Prairie Island Indian Community.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES :
The following duties and responsibilities are not meant to be all inclusive and may be adjusted to meet business needs.
- Monitor all ground disturbing activity including grading, grubbing, weed abatement, trenching and any excavation as outlined in project descriptions (this may include previously disturbed and undisturbed areas)
- Ability to recognize cultural resource materials, human remains, village site, midden deposits; must have the ability to read maps
- Help to ensure Native American human remains and associated funerary objects are treated with culturally appropriate manner
- Attend / participate in job-related conferences & training resulting in some travelling and overnight stays
- Perform a wide variety of secretarial and clerical services, assisting with administrative duties as assigned
- Operate a variety of office machines including but not limited to microcomputers, printers, copiers and GIS equipment
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS : Required
High School Diploma or GEDPrairie Island enrolled tribal member in good standingMust have completed the Cultural Resource Monitor Educational TrainingBasic knowledge of current local research methods and knowledge of state, federal and local tribal legislation pertaining to cultural resource protectionExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong computer skills Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook)Ability to work independently and effectively with minimal supervisionAbility to work well within the existing team and government structureSensitive to Native American CultureMust pass drug screen (UA) and a criminal background checkValid driver's license and proof of insurabilityPHYSICAL DEMANDS :
Must have the ability to lift and carry up to 50 poundsMust be able to walk, stand or sit for long periods throughout the dayMust be able to hike various distances with packs and / or equipmentMust have ability to operate field equipment and toolsMust be able to push, pull and grasp objects routinelyMust be able to bend and crouch frequentlyAbility to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditionsREQUIRED TRAINING :
Effectively Handling Harassment trainingAny position-related training as determined by department managerWORKING ENVIRONMENT :
Work is performed in an indoors and outdoors and may include exposure to extreme weather conditionsDISCLAIMER AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT :
All Prairie Island Indian Community employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
The Prairie Island Indian Community Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance applies to this and all employment opportunities for the Community.