Archaeology Field Supervisor
Archaeology Field Supervisor
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Dutton Associates LLC (DA) a Timmons Group company is seeking a full time Archaeology Field Supervisor for our Archaeology Group located in our Midlothian VA office location. Archaeology Field Supervisors will work closely with Project Managers and will supervise field crew to ensure that archaeological survey and documentation are conducted in accordance with all applicable standards and guidelines.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Carry out archaeological investigations (Phase I identification Phase II evaluation Phase III data recovery and archaeological monitoring) in a Cultural Resources Management setting;
- Supervise an archaeological field crew taking a leadership role in a team environment;
- Conduct archaeological excavation outdoors in all weather conditions in both rural and urban environments; with overnight stays on outoftown projects when required;
- Provide effective direction and support to field technicians in both fieldwork and lab settings as required;
- Provide training to new archaeological field technicians and refreshers to existing technicians;
- Become familiar with DAs project management system and technical standards in order to support the project managers in the delivery of consulting services to our clients;
- Participate in DAs Health & Safety program and monitor the Health & Safety performance of archaeological field technicians;
- Demonstrate a Safety First focus and act as a role model to other staff;
- Maintain a high standard of ethical behavior and uphold DAs reputation; and
- Perform other duties as required including but not limited to artifact analysis reporting research and technical services.
Skills/Requirements of a successful candidate include but are not limited to:
- Bachelors Degree in Archaeology Anthropology or related field from a recognized program;
- Working knowledge of the Secretary of the Interiors Standards and Guidelines for Archeology and Historic Preservation and familiarity with the survey guidelines for the states of Virginia Maryland the District of Columbia North Carolina and West Virginia;
- Demonstrated experience in archaeological fieldwork supervision and the ability to observe and instruct others in good and efficient field methodology at a brisk pace;
- Knowledge of Virginia cultural history specifically and MidAtlantic cultural history more broadly;
- Knowledge and familiarity with GPS and GIS field equipment and applications;
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills;
- Excellent organizational skills; and
- Valid drivers license and a clear driving record
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
