North Wind Resource Consulting - Archaeological Field Director

Posting Link: https://north-wind-group.breezy.hr/p/f3a6ccbea1b5-archaeological-field-director-04075-nwrc?state=published

Compensation: $73,000-$83,000

Location: Tempe, Arizona
Title: Archaeological Field Director
Schedule (FT/PT): Regular Full Time
Travel Required: 25-50%
Government Clearance: Ability to Obtain

Incorporated in 2011, North Wind Resource Consulting’s core capabilities include environmental documentation and permitting; natural and cultural resource surveys; wildlife and botanical expertise; National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) technical services; historic and prehistoric surveys; environmental consultation such as Section 106 for cultural resources, Section 404 for wetlands, and Section 7 for endangered species); and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and mapping capabilities. North Wind Resource Consulting maintains offices across the country.

POSITION PURPOSE:
The Archaeologist Field Director is a mid-level position that will be providing in-field analysis and scientific studies for projects located within the greater Phoenix area, and across Arizona.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leading field surveys for simple to complex projects with accurate information and data collection
• Organizes fieldwork mobilization/demobilization
• Assisting and mentoring crews of Archaeological Technicians in survey strategies, organization, artifact identification, data collection, following field protocols and safety practices
• Participate in project kickoff meetings and project updates
• Lead activities including (a) collecting data using GPS units (i.e. Trimble, Garmin, and/or IOS Field Collector), (b) taking photographs of project area, project activities, and (c) artifact/feature identification
• Ensures that projects are completed on schedule and within budget
• Driving daily to project areas in Arizona using North Wind vehicle
• Maintaining both North Wind and project-specific safety awareness and practices at all times
• Regular communication with North Wind Project Manager, field technicians and Line Supervisor
• Participation in North Wind training

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in Archaeology or equivalent discipline.
• Must have previously been permitted for work as a field director on state, BLM, and forest lands in Arizona.
• Must have 3+ years’ supervisory field experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified and required with the permitting agency.
• Experience will include higher skill level with artifact identification, in-field documentation, and data collection.
• Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience with Class III archaeological surveys, monitoring, or testing projects in the Southwest.
• Possess site recording knowledge and proficiencies for accurately recording historic and prehistoric sites according to land agency specifications.
• Experience in and willingness to work in inclement conditions (i.e. very hot, windy, sunny without shade)

Skills and Abilities:

• Must possess strong technical writing skills demonstrated in completion of Class I and Class III reports
• Must works well with project members and maintains a high level of communication regarding status of work product
• Must possess an understanding of following project budgets and the ability to communicate efficiencies and overages
• Possesses a strong work ethic with a developed and mature understanding of professionalism
• Possesses strong technical writing skills demonstrated in completion of Class I and Class III reports
• Demonstrates a strong comprehension of computer programs such as Word, Excel, Adobe, Outlook,
• Willingness and desire to learn as well as ask questions
• Ability to follow written and oral instruction
• Displays excellent communication and interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
• Ability and willingness to travel to various field locations, walk and conduct fieldwork for long hours, across rugged terrain
• Ability to carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 20 pounds
• Willingness to work irregular hours (e.g., early mornings, late nights, weekends)
• Willingness and ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic setting, and to consistently enact high performance standards and a strong work and team ethic in support of the goals and objectives of North Wind’s commitment to gathering high quality in-field data.

Special Requirements:

• Ability and willingness to travel to project area
• Must pass pre-employment background check
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with all necessary endorsements
• Must be able, by reason of experience, training, or both, to operate a 4-wheel high clearance North Wind vehicle (i.e. truck and/or jeep) to complete the work task(s)
• Applicants are required to have REAL ID ACT compliant documentation at time of hire and nothing on record that would prohibit you from employment on federal government contracts

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This position requires long periods of walking, climbing, standing, stooping, kneeling, and bending for periods of up to 10-12 hours per day. Frequent carrying of a backpack with equipment of up to 20 lbs. across uneven terrain.