Archaeological Field Director

Grouse Mountain Environmental Consultants is seeking a seasonal archaeological Field Director to join our team. As part of our team, you will work closely with our clients in the oil and gas industry, renewable energy industry, and government agencies across the western United States providing regulatory compliance support and developing solutions for environmental compliance and remediation programs.

Responsibilities:

• Communicate with Grouse Mountain Project Managers, Program Leads, and project proponents to ensure project needs are being met and cultural resources are understood.
• Supervise and lead crews while conducting pedestrian surveys, site evaluations, data recovery and construction monitoring.
• Identify and document historic resources and requires an understanding of historic and prehistoric history and artifacts of the High Plains, Northern Plains, and Great Basin regions preferred.
• Conduct records research and show proficiency in technical writing to prepare Section 106 compliance reports and cultural property forms .

Minimum Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in anthropology or archaeology, or related field and a minimum of 12 months field experience
• Experience in a range of field techniques including pedestrian survey, site testing, excavation; experience in completion of state specific cultural property forms, and proficiency with Microsoft Operating Systems and software
• Experience with online data submission formats such as WyoTrack, COMPASS, or secure FTP sites.
• Experience with a handheld GPS unit for navigation and data collection, topographic maps, and a compass is required
• Familiarity with cultural resource law and regulation and the ability to understand, implement and adhere to established data collection, inventory, and recording protocols
• Detail oriented and the capacity to collect and maintain field data in an organized manner that is easily understood and accessible to other resource staff
• [RM7] Demonstrate an ability to work independently as well as cooperatively as part of a team, and communicate effectively both written and orally
• Ability to travel out of town, possess a clean and valid driver’s license, and the ability to safely operate a four-wheel drive vehicle [JS8] on backcountry roads
• Ability to carry a backpack with equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds, and be in overall good physical condition
• Project work will be outside and in environments which may require hiking to remote and rugged locations during periods of extreme heat or cold for consecutive days

Who we are:

Grouse Mountain is an independently owned, multidisciplinary consulting firm with offices in Buffalo, WY and Santa Fe, NM that specializes in a wide range of environmental and regulatory compliance services. We have extensive and diverse technical experience allowing us to provide solutions for unique and contemporary issues. We are a dedicated team that thrives on providing timely solutions and building trusting relationships. Our culture is built on our shared core values – Trust, Teamwork, Drive, and Professionalism.

We offer our regular full-time employees a comprehensive and market competitive benefits package including:

· Health, medical, dental, life, 401k

· Eligibility for performance-based bonuses and other incentives

· Resources and support for your career development

· Cross-training and diverse projects

Find out more about our company at: www.grousemtnconsultants.com

Grouse Mountain Environmental Consultants is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Grouse Mountain Consultants follows a Substance Abuse Policy that includes pre-employment testing.

Grouse Mountain Environmental Consultants uses E-Verify® in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person