Paleontological Field Director: Nevada Construction Monitor

ERM; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Job summary

ERM is hiring a Paleontological Field Director to provide on-site monitoring and compliance support during a fiber optic project in Northern Nevada. The role involves working with construction teams, implementing monitoring plans, and responding to discoveries to keep the project on track.

The position requires strong field judgment, effective communication, and safe performance in active construction environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Paleontology, Anthropology, or Biology, or a closely related field preferred
• Minimum of 2–3 years of professional experience in Great Basin/Nevada paleontological survey and construction monitoring
• Familiarity with BLM paleontology guidelines and Field Agent status in Nevada
• Ability to identify vertebrate, invertebrate, plant, and microscopic fossils
• Experience using GPS units and Esri software (Survey123, Field Maps) on tablets
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Ability to work safely in active construction environments and outdoor field conditions
• Ability to hike up to 10 miles per day and carry up to 50 lbs

Responsibilities

• Monitor construction activities for paleontological discoveries
• Identify and evaluate paleontological resources in sedimentary rocks or alluvial deposits
• Implement unanticipated discovery procedures per permits and monitoring plans
• Coordinate in real time with construction crews and leads
• Maintain compliance with PRUP terms and conditions
• Complete daily monitoring logs, field notes, and photos
• Collect GPS data as instructed
• Assist with monitoring summaries and discovery documentation
• Communicate findings to project managers and senior paleontologists
• Participate in worker paleontological resource awareness briefings
• Support coordination with subcontractors on site
• Perform other duties as assigned or required
• Comply with ERM’s safety program

Skills

Field judgment

GPS data collection

Communication

Safety awareness

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor in Geology/Paleontology/Anthropology/Biology

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

GPS units

Esri software

Survey123

Field Maps

Job description

ERM is hiring a Paleontological Field Director to provide on-site monitoring and compliance support during a fiber optic project in Northern Nevada. The role involves working with construction teams, implementing monitoring plans, and responding to discoveries to keep the project on track.

The position requires strong field judgment, effective communication, and safe performance in active construction environments.