Field Director, Archaeology & Field Team Lead

SWCA, Incorporated; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel and lodging covered

Per diem provided

Job summary

SWCA Environmental Consultants in Tucson, AZ is seeking an Assistant Project Archaeologist - Field Director to support our cultural resources team. This role is primarily field-based, supervising crews of surveyors, monitors, and/or excavators while reporting to Team Leads and Project Managers.

You will manage all aspects of fieldwork, develop QA/QC procedures, prepare site forms and technical reports for energy, transportation, and land development projects, and travel as required with lodging

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a closely related field.
• Two years of field archaeology experience in the Southwest.
• Experience leading crews and QA/QC of field documents.
• Valid Driver’s License with 4WD vehicle operation capability.
• Willingness to participate in drug testing as part of pre-employment.

Responsibilities

• Lead field crews and manage project approaches, QA/QC, and deliverables.
• Coordinate fieldwork across Arizona locations and travel as needed.
• Mentor junior staff and maintain crew morale.
• Prepare site forms and technical reports for multiple clients.
• Communicate with Team Leads and Project Managers on progress.
• Adhere to regulations, standards, and project specifications.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Fieldwork

Problem-solving

Safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Archaeology/Anthropology

Master's degree in Archaeology/Anthropology

Tools

ESRI Field Maps

Geodes

Job description

SWCA Environmental Consultants in Tucson, AZ is seeking an Assistant Project Archaeologist - Field Director to support our cultural resources team. This role is primarily field-based, supervising crews of surveyors, monitors, and/or excavators while reporting to Team Leads and Project Managers.

You will manage all aspects of fieldwork, develop QA/QC procedures, prepare site forms and technical reports for energy, transportation, and land development projects, and travel as required with lodging