Arizona Archaeological Field Director

Arizona Archaeological Field Director
Location:Phoenix
State/Territory:Arizona
Department:Western Cultural Resources Dept
Description
Arizona Archaeological Field Director
POWER is seeking a FULL TIME/Permanent Archaeological Field Director/Crew Chief for our Cultural Resource Group to join the Environmental Practice team working in the Greater Southwest Area. Although we maintain a Phoenix Arizona office this position
can be successfully executed from anywhere in the greater southwestern United States. The position will require a half fieldwork/ half office work mix with the potential of extensive travel. The position includes a full suite of benefits listed below. We are offering a signing bonus for the right candidate with the appropriate qualifications and immediate availability.
This is a full-time position with opportunities to support project work throughout the western United States. Our Western Cultural Resource Department is a fast-growing team of Archaeologists that is looking to expand our staff and develop talent across the region. Along with the qualifications listed below, we are looking for an outgoing and motivated individual who is seeking to improve or expand their skills as a Full-time Archaeologist helping to positively contribute to our team.
Travel and Office work will be equal parts of the job with fieldwork, analysis, and final reporting being the primary focus of the position. Assistance with temporary staff management and being responsive to client and Project Manager requests.
POWER Engineers' Environmental Division provides planning, permitting, engineering, site assessment, and corrective action services to clients worldwide. Across multiple industries, our diverse staff specializes in the areas of air, water, waste, ecological and cultural resources throughout our 45 offices located across the country.
Roles and responsibilities
- Developing Cultural Resource Management Plans
- Developing and Implementing Cultural Resource Inventory Projects and Reporting Efforts
- Directing Archaeological fieldwork, managing temporary field and office cultural staff
- Preparing reports, site forms and assisting in proposal writing
- Assisting with the day-to-day management of complex projects and subcontractor coordination
- Land agent Coordination
- Pedestrian field inventory
- Evaluative testing, site mitigation and monitoring
- Class I file searches and reporting
- Pre-field preparation, site form preparation, and technical report writing
- Assist coordination with Federal and State Agencies and Project stakeholders
Required Education/Experience
- A Master's degree or commensurate experience in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related discipline is preferred, however, well-qualified candidates with 5 to 10+ years- of Archaeological experience with a bachelor's degree will be considered.
- Five to Ten (5 to10)+ years of experience as a project archaeologist/field director/crew chief in the American Southwest, supervising Cultural Resource Management field investigations
- Ability to Qualify for State and/or Federal Agency Permitting in Arizona is required. The ability to also be permitted in any of the surrounding states including New Mexico, Colorado, Utah, Nevada, or California would be preferred but is not required.
- Experience in the American Southwest, Southern California, and the Great Basin is preferred
- The ability to be listed as a Field Director or Crew Chief on the Arizona BLM, and National Forest Service Cultural Resource Use Permits is required, at a minimum
- Ability to work independently, fully planning and executing personal assignments with minimal instruction
- Knowledge of health and safety standards
- Ability to work long hours, in harsh environments, and in varying weather conditions
- Ability to successfully lead teams composed of diverse personalities
- Candidates may expect to be subject to client or project-specific formal background checks or drug test regimens
- Strong research and writing skills
- Qualified applicants should possess strong leadership, technical, and communication skills
- Must possess a valid driver's license
Desired Skills/Experience
- Extensive knowledge and understanding of equipment, technology, and paperwork used in the recording and documentation of archaeological sites and artifacts in various states
- Demonstrated experience in archaeological analysis and report writing
- Arizona or Surrounding state residency is preferred but not required
At POWER Engineers, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do Good Work. Have Fun. Make Money.
You'll work on fun and challenging projects and initiatives. You'll have the chance to make a positive impact on society and the environment. And you'll find the support, coaching and training it takes to advance your career.
Since we're employee-owned, we get to make POWER a great place to work. That includes providing competitive compensation, professional development and a full benefit package:
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Maternity Leave
- Parental Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Vacation/Paid Sick Leave
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- 401K
POWER is a fun engineering and environmental firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us!
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