Senior Archaeologist/Field Director

Position Title: Senior Archaeologist

Position Status: Full-time, Permanent, Regular/Benefited, Non-Exempt

Compensation: commensurate with experience, plus benefits

Location: Bay Area/Central Coast

Position Description Summary: The ideal candidate for this position will have leadership experience in CRM, including as a Field Director on projects in both rural and urban environments. They will have a background in California archaeology, experience working on a broad range of projects in the field, excellent communication and writing skills, and be capable of professionally representing Albion to clients, subcontractors, and the public. We are particularly interested in applicants with historical archaeology field experience, and analytical skills with historic-era material culture. Please see below for further details regarding required vs. preferred qualifications.

Required Qualifications:

  • Master's Degree in Anthropology or Archaeology

  • California Archaeology training and experience

  • Historical Archaeology training and experience

  • Experience as a Field Director on projects in both urban and rural contexts

  • Experience supervising staff in the field, and communicating with clients and construction crews

  • Experience as a lead monitor (working without on-site supervision)

  • Understanding of relevant CRM laws (CEQA, NEPA, Section 106 of the NHPA)

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Teams, Access)

  • Enthusiasm for learning new skills

  • Attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Precolonial Archaeology training and experience

  • Historic artifact analysis expertise

  • Archival experience

  • Additional laboratory specialties (e.g., lithic analysis, artifact illustration, etc.)

  • Expertise in developing and managing databases

  • Experience contributing to research designs and technical reports

  • Marketing skills

Benefits:

  • Paid time off

  • Sick leave

  • Family leave

  • Health, Dental, and Life Insurance

  • Retirement plan

  • Family- and pet-friendly

  • Hybrid workplace

To Apply:

Send a letter of interest, resume, and writing sample to HR@albionenvironmental.com 
Position is open until filled.

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