ARCHER CRM is an Archaeological Consulting company with offices throughout British
Columbia. ARCHER CRM strives to create and foster a workplace environment where
diversity and inclusion are encouraged and celebrated. Through the recognition that every
individual brings with them unique experiences, cultural histories, and perspectives, our goal
is to create a workplace community that encourages growth, creative contribution, and
success. With these goals, and through education, integrity and innovation, ARCHER Cultural
Resource Management Corp. is committed to promoting the values of Canada’s cultural
landscape.
ARCHER CRM is currently recruiting for full-time, permanent Field Directors (as per Bulletin
17) to conduct and lead Archaeological fieldwork at various office locations. ARCHER CRM
has a competitive Benefits package for this position, Equipment and Gear Allowance, access
to Company cell phone, and provides an additional Health and Wellness plan for our long-
term employees.
Job description
Primary Responsibility: To conduct and lead archaeological field work, and the appropriate
management of archaeological resources as identified during field assessments, meeting
ARCHER CRM and stakeholder standards, including but not limited to:
Archaeological field assessments in a supervisory capacity;
Adhere to ARCHER CRM OH&S & Quality Assurance programs;
Provide direction and mentoring to field Archaeologists;
Co-ordinate effectively with Crew Chief(s);
Co-ordinate with Project Lead Archaeologists, Projects Manager(s), and Directors to satisfy client
needs;
Facilitate communications between the Permit Holders (or their designates) and the field team;
On an as-needed basis, assist Project Lead(s) with project co-ordination;
Must be capable of working in a team, either in the capacity of leader, or in support of Project
Lead Archaeologists, Project Managers, and/or Permit Holders;
May involve frequent travel to other ARCHER offices & jobsites.
Preference given to those with the following skills/experience:
Demonstrated ability to take effective field notes and accurate methods of field mapping;
Demonstrated ability to navigate using various tools such as compass and GPS;
Safe operation of vehicles, ATV, UTV, and/or snowmobiles is preferred for our northern offices;
Experience in the operation of equipment such as augers and cement saws is an asset;
Ability to work independently with minimal guidance and in a team environment, co-
ordinating with Crew Chief(s) if present and taking direction from Project Managers and
Project Lead Archaeologists.
Demonstrated experience in a supervisory role
Requirements:
Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and a clean driving record;
Canadian Citizen, or legally eligible to work in Canada;
Consistent availability to work away from home office at remote job sites and offices;
Be a Branch-approved field director for one or more cultural regions in BC.
Undergraduate degree (B.A. or B.Sc.) or better in Archaeology and/or Anthropology;
A minimum of 360 working days of CRM/archaeological field experience.
