Archaeological Field Director/Adkins Consulting Full Time

Adkins Consulting, Inc. (ACI) is a rapidly growing environmental company seeking an Archaeological Field Director and Field Technician to join our Team for several upcoming projects for part to full time with the potential to grow into a full-time position. Applicants for the Field Director position should be currently permitted (or permittable) in the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Northwest and Dinetah Regions. Field Technician applicants should demonstrate proficiency in archaeological survey, inventory, and previous cultural resource management experience. These positions require a combination of fieldwork and report writing for Class I to III cultural inventories. ACI’s main office is located in Durango, CO, but we also have remote field offices in Farmington, New Mexico.

Job Description / Responsibilities:

• Conduct cultural resource inventories for projects on BLM, Navajo Nation, and United States Forest Service lands in northern New Mexico and surrounding areas.
• Compile and report information about the nature and extent of known cultural resources.
• Adapt ground search strategies as determined by specific project requirements i.e., terrain, vegetation cover, and cultural resources present.
• Apply scientific methods to survey and inventory methods to identify cultural resources successfully and accurately in varying ground visibility.
• Prepare Cultural Resource Inventory reports and site forms.
• Ensure that archeology work assignments are carried out in a safe and timely manner according to established standards and procedures.
• Advise and lead other employees on methods of cultural resource inventory and provide instructions to complete field work and associated field notes in a timely manner.
• Familiar with the National Register of Historic Places, State Register of Cultural Properties, and New Mexico Cultural Resources Information System (NMCRIS) and the Archaeological Management Section (ARMS).

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in archaeology, anthropology, or a closely related field.
Experience identifying and documenting prehistoric and historic artifacts and features.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work and hike in hot or cold conditions, inclement weather, and remote locations for long periods of time.
Demonstrate a positive work ethic, reliability, and commitment to working both independently and in a team setting
Must have valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Preferred Qualifications for the Field Director Position

• Preference will be given to applicants who are permitted in the BLM Northwest Region and the Dinetah Region.
• Completion of an accredited field school or equivalent experience.
• 3 years archaeological supervisory field experience in the Southwest.
• Strong leadership skills, decision making, and ability to multitask in the field.
• Familiarity with Trimble GPS units and site mapping.
• Demonstrated experience successfully leading field crews for projects.

Required Documents

• Cover letter / letter of interest
• Curriculum Vitae / Resume
• Writing sample
• College transcripts (unofficial)

Benefits:

ACI offers paid time off and an IRA plan after you have been with the company 1 year.

Hourly pay is based upon experience and qualifications at the time of hire.

ACI is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Applications should include all required documents and be sent to Maria Adkins ([email protected]) with the subject heading of ACI Archaeology Field Position Application. Only complete applications will be considered.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Pay: $30.00 – $45.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule
Paid time off
Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

Durango, CO: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Experience:

CRM: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Driver’s License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Durango, CO: Relocate before starting work (Required)
 
Work Location:

In person

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