The goal of our clients and their employees is to consistently deliver first-class service and services to their community. They are looking for someone who shares the same passion, drive, and determination to grow with and contribute to their already exceptional team. They are looking for a Civic Archaeologist who will provide professional archaeology work in all aspects of the role.
Responsibilities:
· Provide professional advice and direction in archaeological resource planning and management to operation and field staff.
· Review and provide professional advice on technical plans and studies provided by Archaeology Consultants.
· Provide input into processes, review, collects, and maintain data useful to assessing the risk of impacting an archaeological resource on city lands.
· Advise supervisor of evolving policy issues that require further attention and analysis and support work to update policies related to archaeology.
· Develop partnerships with First Nations to determine the nature of Indigenous rights and potential for infringements as it pertains to archaeological studies and/or site alterations.
· Conduct workshops and training on policies and procedures related to the work, including the development of change-find procedures.
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s Degree in Archaeology or Anthropology, with a specialization in archaeology
· Considerable post-graduate training and related experience in archaeological resource management related to infrastructure or public works projects are preferred.
· Knowledge of the rules and regulations governing archaeology in BC, knowledge of and experience working with Indigenous peoples, specifically the Musqueam, Squamish, Tsleil-Waututh, and Kwikwetlem Frist Nations.
· Knowledge of the principles, practices, techniques, methods, and procedures applicable to projects or initiatives that relate to infrastructure, archaeology, planning, and land used and/or resource management.
· Knowledge of provincial regulatory bodies, municipal staff, and other levels of government.
· Valid BC Driver’s license.
· Eligible for Professional Membership in the British Columbia Association of Professional Archaeologists.
