Crew Chief

Applicants for the crew chief position must hold or be eligible to obtain a general archaeological investigation permit issued by the New Mexico Cultural Properties Review Committee.  They must have at least 18 months of field experience in New Mexico, Arizona, Utah, or Colorado with 12 of those being archaeological survey, and should demonstrate the following:

• Familiarity with the prehistoric and historic cultural resources of New Mexico.
• Familiarity with archaeological survey processes, including navigation using topographic maps and GPS units, site and feature documentation, GPS data collection (experience with TerraSync or TerraFlex preferred), artifact recording, and photography.
• Knowledge of GIS software and the ability to produce site and site location maps.
• Experience with cultural resource site documentation (both LA and HCPI forms).
• Experience with artifact identification and age/use interpretation (knowledge of New Mexico pottery types preferred).
• Experience leading a crew for archaeological survey.
• Experience reviewing site forms and other materials produced by crew members for QA/QC.
• Ability to traverse rough terrain in a variety of weather conditions in remote locations.
• Willingness to travel frequently for extended periods.
• Willingness to camp during fieldwork sessions.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software, very good research and writing abilities.
• Additional permits (i.e., BLM, USFS) and qualifications meeting the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Standards for Archaeology preferred.

Salary amount is contingent on skills and experience.  Position is for a 1099 subcontractor, not a W-2 employee, but work is full-time.