Title: Lead Archaeologist
Location: Arizona/New Mexico
Job Code: SA_AZNM_24
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Position Information:
SEARCH has an immediate opening for Full-Time Lead Archaeologists?to join our Terrestrial Archaeology division. Selected candidates must be based in Arizona or New Mexico
with regional CRM experience.
The position will lead crews of archaeologists performing Phase I, II, and III archaeological studies in accordance with a research design. Selected candidate is responsible
for pre-field research; preparing field materials; logistical planning; conducting fieldwork; analyzing artifacts and data; contributing to progress reports, technical reports, and other deliverables; recommending modifications to the research design, health
and safety plans, and other project plans based on in-field observations and experience; and quality control. The role will frequently supervise other project team members and works under the direction of Senior Archaeologists, Principal Investigators, and
Project Managers.
SEARCH provides a flexible work environment, a professional and collaborative atmosphere, and a wide range of projects and opportunities for our staff. SEARCH offers a competitive
total compensation package with strong health and wellness and retirement plans. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, group term life insurance, 401(k) plan with match, 10 paid holidays per year, and paid time off (PTO). Pay is commensurate
with education and experience.
Qualifications Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a closely related field.?
- Completion of an accredited archaeological field school.?
- Minimum of two (2) years of professional archaeological field experience.?
- At least one (1) year of supervisory experience in the field.?
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.?
- Ability to meet deadlines while remaining detail oriented, organized, and able to work well on multiple tasks.?
- Ability to obtain government security clearance.?
- Valid driver¡¯s license, a good driving record, and access to reliable transportation.?
- Based in Arizona or New Mexico.
- Experienced in Southwestern archaeology.
Qualifications Preferred:
- Graduate degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a related field.?
- Understanding of the Cultural Resource Management (CRM) industry (firms, clients, contracts, new research, and projects) at the regionwide,
nationwide, and worldwide level.
- Understanding of State and Federal cultural resource laws, particularly the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966.?
- Meet the Secretary of the Interior¡¯s professional qualifications standards for archaeology and be an RPA or be eligible to become an RPA
- Report writing experience as main author or contributor.
- Competent at collecting field data using a total station or land survey equipment.?
- Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) or other remote-sensing technology.?
- CPR, Lifesaving, Wilderness First Aid, HAZWOPER, or other health and safety training.?
- Off-road driving training and/or experience.?
Application Requirements:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- 3 Professional references
- Optional: Writing sample (if a collaborative report, identify sections authored).
About SEARCH:
Overland and underwater, SEARCH is an archaeology firm that deploys the full spectrum of cultural heritage services worldwide. SEARCH2O, its maritime program, is at the forefront of historic shipwreck and submerged pre-contact archaeology, paleolandscape reconstruction,
and deep-water archaeology. SEARCH¡¯s staff are cultural resources industry leaders, pioneers, and subject matter experts across 45 Market, Regional, and Research Sectors. Since 1993, SEARCH has completed more than 5,000 commercial and government projects in
48 US states, 6 US territories, and 39 countries spanning 7 continents and 4 oceans. By integrating science, technology, and creativity, SEARCH harnesses the power of the past to advance the projects, places, and people it serves.?
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