Archaeological Crew Lead

Terracon; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon is seeking an Archaeological Supervisor to oversee field crews in Phoenix, ensuring adherence to project requirements for data collection.

The role involves safety compliance, quality control, and coordination of field activities under archaeologist supervision. Candidates should have a relevant degree and field experience, with duties including report writing and assisting with personnel placement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Archaeology or Anthropology or above.
• Intermediate knowledge of artifact identification, regional culture history, field methodologies, soils and stratigraphy.
• A valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise small crews of Archaeological Technicians during field projects.
• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects.
• Participate in pre-task planning and report safety issues to management.
• Maintain quality standards on all projects.
• Supervise field crews during data collection.
• Maintain field equipment and supplies.
• Assist Archaeologist with background research.
• Help write simple technical reports under supervision.
• Help find field personnel for specific projects.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Archaeology fieldwork

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Archaeology or Anthropology

Tools

Field equipment maintenance

Job description

General Responsibilities:

Supervise crews of Archaeological Technicians during projects, ensuring the crew is following project-specific requirements for data collection.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
• Responsible for supervising small crews of Archaeological Technicians during field projects.
• Maintains field equipment and supplies.
• Ensures the field crew is following project-specific requirements for data collection.
• Assists Archaeologist with conducting background research.
• Helps writes simple technical reports under the supervision of more senior staff.
• Assists Archaeologist with finding the necessary field personnel for specific projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Archaeology or Anthropology or above.
• Intermediate knowledge of artifact identification, regional culture history, appropriate field methodologies, soils, and stratigraphy.
• A valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required.