Associate Archaeologist | Field Director | Albuquerque, NM
a day ago
Highlight
OnsiteFull-timeMid
Summary
Chronicle Heritage is seeking an Associate Archaeologist | Field Director to join their team in Albuquerque, NM. The role involves overseeing archaeological fieldwork, training staff, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
About the Role
As an Associate Archaeologist | Field Director, you will lead archaeological crews in various fieldwork activities, including pedestrian surveys and construction monitoring. You will provide training to new staff, complete technical writing tasks, and direct data collection and analysis. Collaboration with project managers and adherence to fieldwork procedures are essential components of this role.
About You
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in anthropology, archaeology, or a closely related field.
- 2+ years of fieldwork in CRM projects.
- Meet or exceed the Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualification Standards for Archaeology.
- 1+ years of experience supervising field crews during archaeological studies.
- Demonstrable experience conducting survey or monitoring and identifying pre-contact and historic sites in the Southwest, preferably in New Mexico.
- Expertise in archaeological field methods and data collection.
- Familiarity with Section 106 processes and NRHP eligibility criteria for sites.
- Willingness to travel for both short- and long-term projects.
- Capable of walking several miles daily, over all types of terrain, and able to excavate in a variety of conditions.
- Valid driver's license.
Preferred:
- Advanced degree in anthropology, archaeology, or a closely related field.
- Listed on the Register of Professional Archaeologists (RPA).
- Familiarity with GPS and GIS data collection in the field, including ArcCollector, Field Maps and/or Codify.
- Experience with data analysis and technical report writing.
- Proficient organizational, schedule, and budget management skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
- Excellent attention to detail, a positive work ethic, reliability, and commitment to working both independently and in a team environment.
- Excellent leadership skills in the field.
Benefits
- Support for job training and professional development.
- Positive and diverse work environment.
- Focus on work/life balance.
Chronicle Heritage
We are a cultural resource management firm operating across the United States and internationally, dedicated to stewarding our shared heritage. Our team provides you the reach, resources, and expertise you need to build stakeholder consensus, streamline the permits and approvals you need, and break new ground.
Albuquerque, NM