What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Archaeologist (Crew Chief - Southwest) position at Southeastern Archaeological Research, LLC. SEARCH?
Title : Lead Archaeologist
Location : Southwestern, US
Job Code : LA_SW_25
Job Link : SEARCH Job Postings - Direct Applications
Position Information
SEARCH has an immediate opening for Full-Time Lead Archaeologists to join our Terrestrial Archaeology division. Selected candidates must be based in the Southwestern US 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.
Key Responsibilities :
- Use experience, education from a degreed program, and professional judgment to identify and target locations of enhanced site probability based on cultural, geological, and other environmental features.
- Adhere to project health and safety plan and participate, and / or lead when necessary, in office and field training and meetings. Offer recommendations for improvements to Health & Safety Manager.
- Based upon education, field observations, and scientific judgment, revise field methodology to meet goals of the overall project, in consultation with project leadership.
- Perform pre-field background research, prepare maps, input data into electronic devices, and prepare project summary for field staff.
- Conduct archaeological survey, testing, and excavation in support of Phase I, II, and III studies in accordance with the research design to identify, record, and evaluate historic and prehistoric cultural resources.
- Conduct archaeological monitoring during project construction as required, including coordination with contractors.
- Provide in-field supervision to field teams including Archaeological Assistants, Archaeological Technicians, Archaeologists, and other Lead Archaeologists while working alongside them to fulfill the daily, weekly, or project-length research requirements.
- Provide daily updates on project progress to the Principal Investigator / Project Manager.
- Recognize archaeological signatures and apply reasoning to evaluate resources.
- Record accurate, organized, and clear field notes, maps, drawings, logs, forms, tables, databases, artifact bags, box labels, and other project documentation.
- Collect and inventory artifacts, ecofacts, and samples in accordance with the research design, and keep an accurate field specimen log.
- Identify potential human and faunal remains, and treat any suspected human burial remains respectfully and in a manner consistent with the research design and applicable State and Federal guidelines and laws.
- Perform quality control of field data (hand-written and electronic) on a daily basis to ensure information is accurate and complete.
- Use electronic and traditional navigational equipment (GPS, iPad / ArcCollector / Survey 123, compass, transit, etc.) to determine project limits, record fieldwork, document findings, and communicate progress.
- Photo-document artifacts, features, excavation units, land use, landscapes, unique environmental features, historic structures, archaeology sites, unique environmental features, specialized equipment or technique usage, and work-in-progress.
- Procure and maintain field equipment, technology, field laboratory supplies, vehicles, and supplies in a clean, working, and safe manner and report any malfunctions, shortages, and risks to project leadership.
- Occasionally meet with, coordinate, and collaborate with landowners, land agents, clients, other field research teams, and visiting regulatory agency staff.
- Occasionally contribute to thorough, accurate, professional, high-quality technical reports and minor project reviews.
- Complete timesheets and other administrative or project requirements accurately and on schedule.
- Understand and adhere to the SEARCH Brand Guidelines, SEARCH Style Guide, SEARCH Fieldwork Guide, and the SEARCH Employee Manual, and encourage others to do the same.
- Understand and strictly adhere to SEARCH’s confidentiality, non-disclosure, and social media agreements, as well as any project- or client-specific requirements limiting the release of project data.
- Analyze artifacts and write up artifact descriptions.
- Maintain utilization goals.
- Travel for extended periods of time.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Qualifications Required :
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Physical Demands :
To successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of the job, the employee should have the ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including :
Benefits
SEARCH Compensation and Benefits include :
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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Please send inquiries about the position to jorge.quintana@searchinc.com . Include the Job Posting code ( LA_SW_25 ) in the subject line of your email.
