Archaeologist Crew Chief

Archaeological Crew Chief Location: Fort Stockton, Texas Pay: $30–$35 per hour, based on experience plus per diem Schedule: Initial 12-day field session in mid-to-late August; anticipated long-term work beginning in November Positions Available: Approximately 10 Overtime: Expected Lodging: Company-provided hotel accommodations Transportation: Company-arranged rental vehicle for transporting assigned crew Job Overview We are seeking experienced Archaeological Crew Chiefs for a large cultural resource survey supporting a power-generation and data-center development outside Fort Stockton, Texas. The project area covers approximately 90,000 acres. Crew Chiefs will supervise field technicians during an initial 12-day survey session in August covering approximately 7,000–10,000 acres. The project is expected to resume in November and continue for approximately seven to eight months. Responsibilities Lead and supervise an assigned archaeological field crew Coordinate daily pedestrian survey, shovel testing and site-recording activities Assign work and monitor crew productivity, documentation and safety Ensure technicians complete approximately 10 shovel tests per day when field conditions permit Review field forms, site records, photographs, GPS data and maps for accuracy Identify archaeological resources and guide site delineation and documentation Train technicians on regional artifact identification, soils and field procedures Communicate daily progress, discoveries, safety concerns and staffing needs to project leadership Operate a company-arranged rental vehicle and transport assigned crew members Ensure the crew follows project, client and regulatory requirements Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in archaeology, anthropology or a closely related field required; graduate degree preferred Several years of archaeological field experience Previous experience as a Crew Chief, Field Director or equivalent archaeological field leader required Strong experience with pedestrian survey, shovel testing, site recording and crew supervision West Texas, New Mexico or broader Southwest experience strongly preferred Knowledge of regional archaeological resources, soils and artifact types Strong field documentation, communication and quality-control skills Ability to manage a crew in remote and physically demanding conditions Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record required Ability to work overtime and an extended rotation schedule Project Schedule The initial assignment will last approximately 12 days in August. The project is anticipated to resume in November on a 10-days-on, four-days-off rotation with approximately 10-hour workdays. The long-term phase is expected to last seven to eight months. #J-18808-Ljbffr