[ShovelBums.Org] Full-Time, Permanent Field Archeologist and Crew Chief Positions in New Mexico

R. Christopher Goodwin & Associates, Inc. announces openings for professional archeologists in our rapidly growing New Mexico office.  Positions include Field Archeologists (Archeologists III and II) and Crew Chiefs (Archeologists I). All positions are full time, permanent, professional positions with a full benefits package including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; health, dental, and life insurance; and a liberal 401(k) plan. Salaries are competitive and commensurate with educational and professional experience.

1. Minimum requirements for all applicants are:

a.    (1) completion of a B.A. or B.S. degree in Anthropology from an accredited university and (2) satisfactory completion of a university-accredited field school. University transcripts and three references are required of all applicants.

b.    Prior experience in the Southwest, especially New Mexico, is desirable but not required. Fieldwork will be primarily in the Southwestern U.S. However, applicants must be willing to travel throughout the U.S. as required.

c.    These positions will require extensive time in the field under demanding conditions ranging from low deserts to high mountains, and in all seasons.  Applicants should be in good physical condition and able to fulfill their work related duties under challenging conditions.

2.  Positions are as follows:

Archeologists III/II (Field Archeologists): all applicants must have at minimum a B.A. or B.S. in Archeology or Anthropology and a university-accredited field school; recent M.A. graduates are encouraged to apply.  These positions have the potential for advancement for employees that demonstrate exceptional skill and dedication.  Applicants significantly exceeding these basic requirements may qualify for the more advanced Archeologist II positions.

Archeologists I (Crew Chief):  This is a supervisory position, and candidates with the M.A. and a minimum of two years of archeological field experience (excluding field schools) are encouraged to apply.  Applicants must possess at minimum a B.A. or B.S. in Archeology or Anthropology and a university—accredited archeological field school. Supervisory experience of 6—8 personnel for two or more months is highly desirable.   Excellent judgment, interpersonal skills and familiarity with crew logistics are required. Successful applicants will have significant GPS experience and be familiar with basic requirements of GIS—based data collection.  Familiarity with both historic and prehistoric sites/artifacts, preferably in the Southwest, is highly desirable.  Technical writing skills are desirable.

R. Christopher Goodwin & Associates, Inc. maintains a Drug-Free Workplace and frequently works on projects requiring security clearances.  All applicants must pass a mandatory background check as a condition of employment.  Additional background checks or security clearances may be required by clients.  Successful completion of a mandatory drug and alcohol test is required as a condition of employment. EOE/AA. 

R. Christopher Goodwin & Associates, Inc. is the recipient of the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s National Preservation Honor Award, the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Administrator’s Award of Excellence, and of the Environmental Excellence and Stewardship Award.  We have been named a “Top Ten” Family Friendly Business.

To apply, send letter of interest, resume, transcripts and names/contact information for at least three references by email to Alamogordo@rcgoodwin.com .

Please include “New Mexico” and the position title for which you are applying, e.g., Archeologist III, II, or I, in the subject line.