ARCHAEOLOGICAL AIDE

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

The Archaeological Aide is part of an on-the-job training program designed by the Cultural Resource

Management Program of the Gila River Indian Community to assist Community members in acquiring basic

skills in the archaeological field and laboratory techniques. Training consists of classroom, field and laboratory

instruction. This position participates in aspects of archaeological monitoring, survey and excavation projects.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

 Assist in surveying and excavating prehistoric and historic archaeologist sites.

 Assist in keeping track of field equipment, filling out vehicle maintenance forms, and reporting to supervisor

when equipment needs replacement or repair.

 Carry out archaeological construction monitoring.

 Complete other duties on a regular and consistent basis as assigned.

 Participate in classroom, laboratory, and field training to increase knowledge about archaeology and improve

basic job skills.

 Perform other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:

 Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations.

 Ability to communicate effectively and follow oral and written instructions.

 Ability to fill out relevant field forms.

 Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, Community Officials

and the public.

 Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position; including lifting 40lbs, and hiking for eight (8)

hours a day in extreme temperatures, rugged desert, and mountainous terrain with potentially dangerous plants

and wildlife.

 Agree to maintain a Drug-free workplace.