Company

Archaeology

ArchaeologicalFieldSupervisor

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Archaeological Field Supervisor. Skills: Archaeological Fieldwork Supervision, Section 106 compliance, field data collection, technical documentation, crew supervision. Conduct and supervise archaeological field investigations. Lead field crews during survey, testing, excavation, and documentation”

Industry & Context.

Archaeology
Eligibility Requirements

Ability to perform fieldwork in varying weather and terrain, lifting and carrying up to 25–50 pounds, Valid driver’s license, ability to travel to project sites

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Master’s degree in archaeology, anthropology, or a closely related field with a specialization in archaeology, Graduate-level coursework and training in archaeology, including: Archaeological theory, Field methods and techniques, Laboratory methods, Cultural areas and regional archaeology, Four (4) months or more of supervised field and analytic experience in North American archaeology, At least one (1) year of supervisory experience in archaeological survey, excavation, and/or laboratory techniques, A minimum of one (1) year of experience at the master’s degree level in Midwestern precontact archaeology or a minimum of one (1) year of experience in Midwestern historical archaeology and archival research, Working knowledge of Section 106 compliance and applicable federal, state, and local cultural resources regulations, Demonstrated ability to complete archaeological research, such as a master’s thesis, dissertation, or equivalent technical report, Ability to supervise field crews and ensure compliance with professional standards and safety protocols, Ability to perform fieldwork in varying weather and terrain, including lifting and carrying up to 25–50 pounds, written and verbal communication skills for field documentation and reporting, Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites

Nice to Have

Experience supporting Section 106 technical reporting, site evaluations, and DHPA documentation, Familiarity with Indiana DHPA site file systems, reporting standards, and SHAARD, GIS, mapping, or GPS data collection experience related to archaeological fieldwork, Experience supervising archaeological field operations on transportation or infrastructure projects

What You'll Do.

Conduct and supervise archaeological field investigations

Lead field crews during survey

Ensure accurate field recording

and completion of site forms

Maintain field equipment

Support Section 106 compliance efforts

Assist with artifact identification

Contribute to technical reports and site evaluations

Follow cultural resources standards and protocols

Coordinate daily field activities

Provide technical oversight and training to field staff

Ensure compliance with health and safety policies

Communicate field progress

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Coordinate daily field activities with Principal Investigator; Provide technical oversight and on-the-job training to field technicians and junior staff; Communicate field progress, issues, and findings clearly and timely to project leadership

Communication Scope

written communication skills for field documentation and reporting; verbal communication skills for field documentation and reporting

Process & Methodology

Supervisory experience in archaeological survey, excavation, and/or laboratory techniques, Ability to supervise field crews

Full Job Description

## Key responsibilities include Archaeological Fieldwork Supervision: Conduct and supervise archaeological field investigations including Phase I surveys, Phase II evaluations, monitoring, and limited data recovery under the direction of a Principal Investigator. Lead field crews during pedestrian survey, shovel testing, excavation, and site documentation. Ensure accurate field recording, mapping, photography, and completion of site forms. Maintain field equipment, vehicles, and supplies and ensure proper use by field staff. Technical Support & Regulatory Compliance: Support Section 106 compliance efforts through field data collection, background research, and technical documentation. Assist with artifact identification, analysis, cataloging, and curation tasks. Contribute to technical reports, site evaluations, eligibility recommendations, and cultural resources documentation. Follow established federal, state, and client-specific cultural resources standards and protocols. Coordination & Professional Practice: Coordinate daily field activities with Principal Investigator. Provide technical oversight and on-the-job training to field technicians and junior staff. Ensure compliance with health and safety policies, job hazard analyses, and fieldwork best practices. Communicate field progress, issues, and findings clearly and timely to project leadership. Perform other duties associated with the position as assigned. ## Required qualifications Master’s degree in archaeology, anthropology, or a closely related field with a specialization in archaeology Graduate-level coursework and training in archaeology, including: Archaeological theory Field methods and techniques Laboratory methods Cultural areas and regional archaeology Four (4) months or more of supervised field and analytic experience in North American archaeology At least one (1) year of supervisory experience in archaeological survey, excavation, and/or laboratory techniques A minimum of one (1) year of experie

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