Archaeology Crew Chief

Archaeology Crew Chief

Requisition ID req35013 Working Title Archaeology Crew Chief Position Grade 10 Position Summary

Under direct supervision, oversees and leads an archaeological crew during archaeological surveys and excavation projects. Oversees the collection, recording, and interpretation of archaeological data in the field, and coordinates laboratory processing and analysis activities. Assists in the preparation of final descriptive, analytical, and technical reports for publication, and contributes chapters to technical reports.

 

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Conditions of Employment

• Possession of a valid United States driver's license is a requirement for this job.
• Successful candidate must be able to meet minimum requirements for Local/State/Federal Archaeological permits.
• Successful candidate must submit to a post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, equivalent discipline; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 Years Supervisory Experience
• 2-3 Years Field Work
• Permittable by the State of NM (Historical Preservation Division) 
• Lab Experience
• Specialty (Lithics, Historic Materials, etc.)

Additional Requirements Campus Main - Albuquerque, NM Department Office of Contract Archeology (937C) Employment Type Staff Staff Type On-Call Term End Date Status Non-Exempt Pay $23.00 - $26.00 per hour (DOE) Benefits Eligible No Benefits with this position. ERB Statement As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid. Background Check Required Yes For Best Consideration Date 12/1/2025 Eligible for Remote Work No Eligible for Remote Work Statement Application Instructions

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