About the opportunity
SWCA is seeking an Assistant Project Archaeologist to support our Rocky
Mountain Region Cultural Resources Team in the Denver area. This position is a
regular, full-time, hourly position and will primarily be field based.
Under supervision of Cultural Resources Team Leads and Project Managers, an
Assistant Project Archaeologist performs field and office tasks while working
with and supervising crew members.
The Assistant Project Archaeologist will manage all aspects of fieldwork,
supervising one or more crews of archaeological surveyors, monitors,
and/or excavators. They may also assist with office-based tasks, including
preparation of site forms and technical reports in support of a variety of
renewable energy, oil and gas, energy transmission, transportation,
and land development projects. Some projects include overtime hours or
prevailing wage rates, and often require travel and overnight stays.
Project-related travel and lodging costs are covered, and per diem is
provided for project work requiring overnight stays.
Application deadline: Our team will begin reviewing applications
immediately, and interviews will be scheduled with qualified candidates on a
rolling basis. The application process will remain open until we have received
a robust pool of qualified candidates. Once we have identified suitable
individuals, we may close the application process without prior notice. We
appreciate the time and effort invested by all applicants and will carefully
consider each submission.
To be considered, please provide a cover letter and a resume/CV with list
of permits, if any, on which you are listed and professional references.
What you will accomplish
Supervise fieldwork, including archaeological survey, testing, data
recovery, and/or construction monitoring and ensure quality and
completeness of data collected.
Data QA/QC, organization, and tracking; field GPS data collection
using tablets and Geodes.
Ensure that appropriate preliminary research is conducted and organized prior
to fieldwork, and that necessary equipment, staff, and other resources
are prepared for fieldwork.
Accurately identify historic and prehistoric artifacts and features, and
train less experienced field crew in their identification.
Create and maintain good morale among field crew and mentor junior staff.
Assist with office-based tasks, including performing background reviews,
research, site forms, technical report preparation, developing and
tracking scopes of work, schedules, and budgets.
Communicate regularly with the Project Manager to ensure that a project's
budgetary and timetable needs are met. Support invoicing and budget tracking.
Take initiative, resolve problems, and create improved procedures to
ensure that tasks are completed in the most effective and efficient manner.
In coordination with the project manager, organize the report writing and
production effort and prepares technical reports.
Maintain SWCA's high standard of scientific ethics and quality assurance;
is motivated to identify and resolve problems in creative ways.
Follow all SWCA health and safety procedures.
Experience and qualifications for success
Holds a Master's degree in Archaeology or closely related field
Meets the Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualifications Standards
in archaeology, including at least one year of supervisory experience in
prehistory and/or history
Minimum of 3 years of experience in the archaeology of the western United
States
Minimum of 1 year supervising archaeological fieldwork, having led crews of
field technicians on a variety of project types and sizes, regions, and
agencie
Experience required to be listed as a field director on relevant state and
federal (e.g., Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Forest Service, U.S.
Bureau of Reclamation) archaeological permits in Colorado and Wyoming
Strong oral and written communication skills and demonstrated abili y to
coordinate effectively with SWCA senior staff and other project personnel
Strong leadership and supervision abilities, including problem solving,
constructive conflict resolution, and decision making
Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational and analytical skills
Team player with strong ability take initiative and solve problems using sound
judgment
Ability to provide guidance and feedback on crew performance as per company
guidelines
Current valid driver's license and the ability to safely operate a 4WD
vehicle on rugged, backcountry roads
Ability to travel to a location, walk and conduct fieldwork for long
hours, sometimes in inclement weather, rugged terrain, often at high
altitudes, and ability to carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 40
pounds
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in the archaeology of the Rocky Mountain-Plains region, with
experience in Colorado, Kansas, Nebraska, and/or Wyoming preferred
Experience with GPS/GIS technology (using Collector, Survey 123, and
ArcPad software)
Experience with computer-based programs such as Microsoft Office Suite,
Adobe Acrobat, and others
Experience writing technical archaeology reports to agency standards
Knowledge of federal and state preservation laws and regulations including,
but not limited to the National Environmental Policy Act, Native American
Graves Protection and Repatriation Act, and Section 106 and Section 110 of
the National Historic Preservation Act
CPR and First Aid-certified
Why Work at SWCA:
SWCA Environmental Consultants is an employee-owned company of environmental
professionals who specialize in environmental planning, natural and cultural
resource management, and regulatory compliance. Our company purpose is to
preserve natural and cultural resources for tomorrow while enabling projects
that benefit people today.
SWCA Environmental Consultants is a growing employee-owned firm, providing a