Assistant Director, Cultural Resources (Reno, NV)

Trinity Consultants; Reno (NV); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

PTO

401k matching

9 paid holidays

Remote/hybrid options

Tuition reimbursement

Career path

Job summary

Trinity Consultants in Reno, NV, seeks an Assistant Department Director to lead the Cultural Resources Department in the CRM West region. The role oversees project delivery, client relations, staff supervision, and quality compliance for Nevada and nearby states.

Required Master’s in Anthropology/Archaeology, 10+ years in cultural resources management with leadership experience, and strong regulatory expertise. Salary range $130,000–$145,000 with hybrid/remote options and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or related field required.
• Ten+ years of experience in cultural resources management, with at least 5 years in supervisory/leadership roles (Great Basin region preferred).
• Ability to lead a diverse team of professionals and develop business relationships with new clients.
• Expertise in applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Experience managing multiple projects and clients simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor project managers and staff, ensuring effective workload distribution.
• Serve as Project Manager and/or Principal Investigator on cultural resources projects for a variety of clients.
• Identify operational process failures and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate with editors to manage workload and ensure timely reports.
• Train staff in project management procedures and software systems.
• Plan resource allocation and monitor utilization rates for projects.
• Maintain client relations and identify new opportunities.
• Ensure adherence to technical review processes and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Business development

Client relations

Regulatory knowledge

Team leadership

Education

Master’s degree in Anthropology/Archaeology

Job description

Founded in Dallas in 1974, Trinity Consultants has grown from a small air quality firm into a global environmental consulting leader with 2,800+ experts worldwide. We deliver holistic expertise across natural environmental, people, and building technology environments — blending deep scientific knowledge with a culture that genuinely supports the people who do the work. Built on a foundation of transparency, empowerment, and professional growth, our team embodies integrity in every engagement. We reward creative problem-solving, entrepreneurial spirit, and mastery of technical skills which creates an environment where talent thrives and clients succeed. Whether serving clients across environmental consulting, water & ecology, built environment, or life sciences, we unify rigorous science with conscious innovation. It’s a culture that nurtures collaboration, values inclusion, and drives meaningful results.

Trinity is adding an Assistant Department Director, Cultural Resources, to our CRM West region team! This position, based in Reno, Nevada, oversees the operations of the Cultural Resources Department in Nevada and supports projects in neighboring states. Responsibilities include project delivery oversight, business development, client relations, staff supervision, and ensuring quality standards are met for all deliverables. This role requires strong leadership, strategic planning abilities, technical expertise in Great Basin archaeology, and deep knowledge of cultural resources management, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.

What will I be doing?

• Supervise and mentor project managers and other staff, ensuring effective workload distribution.
• Serving as a Project Manager and/or Principal Investigator on a variety of interesting and complex cultural resources projects for our public and private clients.
• Identify and address operational process failures; recommend and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate with technical editors to manage workload and ensure timely report delivery.
• Train staff in company project management procedures and software systems.
• Assist in planning resource allocation for projects and monitoring utilization rates.
• Participate in client relations efforts, maintaining positive relationships and identifying new opportunities.
• Ensure staff follow established technical review processes and meet quality standards.
• Monitor and update templates and processes to meet evolving industry and agency requirements.
• Stay current on relevant permitting and reporting requirements for all applicable agencies.
• Contribute to the development of SOQs and RFP responses, and participate in go/no-go decisions.
• Assist in preparing and managing department budgets, tracking spending, and addressing variances.
• Promote a positive, collaborative, and professional work environment.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive company and client information.
• Actively participate in meetings and departmental initiatives.

What qualifications are required for this role?

• Master’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or related field required.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in cultural resources management, with at least five (5) years in a supervisory or leadership role in (preferably in the Great Basin region).
• Demonstrated ability to successfully lead a diverse team of professionals.
• Demonstrated ability to develop business relationships and generate new clients.
• Expertise in applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Expertise in managing multiple projects and clients simultaneously.
• A background working with multidisciplinary teams is considered an asset.
• The salary range for this position is $130,000 - $145,000 annually.

What does Trinity offer you?

• Comprehensive benefits package: 9 paid holidays, healthcare benefits, PTO, and 401k matching for full-time employees.
• Flexible work schedules and remote/hybrid options 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.

Trinity 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.