Archaeology Crew Lead

WestLand, a Trinity Consultants Team; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 35,817 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

PTO

401k matching

Flexible work schedules

Remote/hybrid possibilities

Job summary

An environmental consulting firm is seeking experienced Archaeology Crew Leads in Reno, Nevada. The role involves supervising archaeological field projects and managing field crew documentation. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Archaeology or a related field and possess at least a year of supervisory experience. The position offers a salary range of $26.00 - $30.00 per hour and includes a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare and paid holidays.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of supervisory experience in cultural resource management.
• Experience in Colorado Plateau and/or Great Basin culture regions.
• Ability to conduct fieldwork for long hours in various environments.

Responsibilities

• Supervise archaeological field work independently or under guidance.
• Supervise field crews in documentation and record keeping.
• Contribute to project-related data analysis and report production.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Fieldwork adaptability

Data analysis

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or related field

Job description

WestLand Engineering and Environmental Services, a Trinity Consultants team, is driven by purpose, innovation, and a shared commitment to the work that we do. As part of Trinity Consultants' Water and Ecology division, we tackle complex environmental challenges, blending expertise in environmental consulting, wetlands, cultural resources, GIS, landscape architecture, and engineering.

WestLand is seeking experienced Archaeology Crew Leads to help oversee archaeological survey, testing and data recovery projects. These positions may be based out of either our Reno, Nevada or Salt Lake City, Utah offices. Our crews can be found working throughout the Great Basin and Colorado Plateau regions on CRM projects for private and public sector clients. For out-of-town work that includes overnight, or longer duration stays, per diem and/or single-occupancy hotel rooms are provided.

Responsibilities

• Supervise archaeological field work (e.g., field survey, testing, monitoring, and data recovery excavations) independently or under the guidance of a Field Director.
• Supervise field crews in the recording of artifacts, features, and sites, creating scaled profiles and plans, and maintaining quality paperwork, notes, and records either independently or under the guidance of a Field Director.
• Perform preliminary project related tasks, including data analysis and lab tasks, under appropriate supervision.
• File and scan project related records and paperwork.
• Contribute to tasks related to all phases of project work, including record searches, site record production, and technical report production (including contributions to report sections, tables, and figures) under appropriate supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or related field required.
• A minimum of one year of supervisory experience as a cultural resource professional in the western U.S.
• Previous experience working in the Colorado Plateau and/or Great Basin culture regions. Preference will be given to those candidates that are permitted or permittable in Nevada, Idaho, and/or Utah.
• Ability to conduct fieldwork for long hours in various environments and conditions including extreme temperatures, rough terrain, and potentially high altitudes.
• Ability to travel for work, occasionally on short notice and for extended periods (paid drive time, M&I per diem, lodging when available). For remote projects where lodging is unavailable, camping may be necessary and additional per diem will be provided.
• Ability to work and adapt in a fast-paced and creative environment.

Salary & Benefits

The salary range for this position is $26.00 - $30.00 per hour.

• Comprehensive benefits package: 9 paid holidays, healthcare benefits, PTO, and 401k matching for full-time employees. Flexible work schedules and remote/hybrid possibilities for most roles.
• Multidisciplinary environment: Unique, creative, and challenging projects where you can develop your vision of clientele and work with industry leaders daily.
• Success-oriented environment: Two-way mentorship, financial incentives to publish work, tuition reimbursement, and a career path structure to help you reach the next steps in your career.
• Collaborative work environment: Clear and frequent communication, shared information and ideas across teams, and a welcoming atmosphere for everyone.

WestLand is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment background checks.