Jobs Listings

Archer CRM Partnership
Field Director

Responsibility: To conduct archaeological works within the company’s Quality Assurance & Management Program guidelines and to regulatory standards, including but not limited to:

• Field assessments in a supervisory capacity;
• Co-ordination with and/or assistance to Project Manager(s) to satisfy project needs;
• Provision of direction to archaeological assistants; and
• A strict adherence to company OH&S program.

Requirements:

• Be a recognized FD for the Coast and/or Interior cultural regions of BC;
• Have worked previously in the role of FD for a minimum two (2) years in BC;
• Possession of a valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence;
• Canadian Citizen;
• Operate vehicles, ATV, snowmobiles, and other devices safely; and
• Participate in ‘out-of-town’ work experiences for up to 20 days at a time.

Preference for:

• Professional references;
• Demonstrated record of proficiency in the discipline of Archaeology;
• Proficiency in Earth Sciences; and
• Demonstrated record of independent & team work.

Remuneration:

• Wage commensurate with hire location and experience;
• Flexible work scheduling; and
• Benefits and H&W packages.

Resumes are to be forwarded to jobs@archercrm.ca

Matrix Research Ltd.
Geographical Information System (GIS) Manager

Matrix is a small but dynamic and growing Archaeology and Heritage Consulting firm with offices in BC, YT and AB.  We are seeking a full-time, permanent GIS Professional for our Quesnel, BC office starting in May.

The successful candidate will possess:

• A diploma or preferably a Bachelor’s degree in Geographic Information Systems or a related discipline;
• A minimum of 3 years of working experience in GIS with ESRI suite of products including ArcGIS 10;
• Excellent interpersonal, written, organizational and computer skills;
• Excellent problem solving and research skills;
• Great time management skills, initiative and attention to detail.

Assets include:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology and/or knowledgeable about Cultural Resource Management;
• Familiarity with natural resource industries;
• Familiarity with MS Office, Mapsource, OziExplorer, Adobe PDF and FileZilla;
• Experience working in a consulting environment.

Responsibilities:

• Perform complex mapping tasks for clients in the forestry, mining and transportation sectors;
• Provide remote technical support to junior staff on GIS data, methods and applications;
• Perform data acquisition and conversion, spatial database development and data modeling;
• Multitask on numerous projects simultaneously while effectively managing priorities.
• Matrix offers competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements.  Permanent employees receive a comprehensive benefits package (after 3 months), funding for professional memberships and conferences.

Please submit your CV to Richard Burkmar, rick@matrix-research.ca

Golder Associates Ltd.
Senior Archaeologist

Golder Associates Ltd. is seeking a Senior Archaeologist for its Burnaby, BC office. The successful candidate will work with members of the Socio-Cultural Division located across BC assisting with the design, implementation, execution, and management of multi-disciplinary projects. The Socio-Cultural Division contains 35+ full-time staff, as well as multiple part-time and seasonal staff across BC.
The key qualifications and skills of this position will include, but are not limited to the following:

• A Master’s degree in Archaeology or Anthropology (with specialty in archaeology) or Bachelor’s degree with equivalent training and experience;
• A minimum of seven years of field experience, preferably coastal experience and primarily in a consulting environment;
• Required to be a Coastal Permit Holder or equivalency in qualifications;
• Permit Holder or Field Director status in other BC culture areas would be an asset but is not required;
• Strong positive working relationships with First Nations community groups;
• Ability to liaise effectively with clients, government regulators, and other stakeholders;
• Strong technical skills such as the design of archaeological survey, assessment, and mitigation programs;
• Demonstrated expertise in conducting laboratory and office-based tasks such as large-scale project management, proposal and technical report writing and client/government regulator interactions;
• Provide effective direction in training and supporting team members as well as team building;
• A commitment to health and safety leadership.

Please visit www.golder.com for further details.
Please send résumé with covering letter (referencing Job ID 2013-9146) stating salary expectations, availability and references by e-mail to Priya Kuber at pkuber@golder.com.

Golder Associates Ltd.
Junior to Intermediate Archaeologists

The successful candidates will work with members of the Socio-Cultural Division located across BC assisting with the design, implementation, execution, and management of multi-disciplinary projects. The Socio-Cultural Division contains 35+ full-time staff, as well as multiple part-time and seasonal staff across BC.
The key qualifications and skills of this position will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Applicants must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology or Anthropology, or equivalent;
• A minimum of three years of field experience, preferably coastal experience and primarily in a consulting environment;
• BC Heritage Conservation Act Permit Holder status is desirable, with a thorough understanding of the BC Archaeological Impact Assessment process;
• Field Director status in other BC culture areas would be an asset but is not required;
• Strong field skills such as archaeological survey, assessment, and mitigation work;
• Experience in conducting laboratory and office-based tasks such as proposal writing, background research, artifact cataloging and analysis, site form preparation, technical report writing and client/government regulator interactions;
• The candidate must be willing to travel, work in remote areas and on occasion be required to be away from home for extended periods; and,
• Valid BC Driver’s license (Class 5) with a clean driving record.

Please visit www.golder.com for further details.
Please send résumé with covering letter (referencing Job ID 2013-9145) stating salary expectations, availability and references by e-mail to Priya Kuber at pkuber@golder.com.

Stantec Consulting Ltd.
Field Directors

Stantec Consulting Ltd. is a large Canadian consulting firm, whose services include a full range of environmental disciplines. Stantec’s British Columbia archaeology group is one of the largest in the province, and is growing rapidly.  Stantec currently has multiple openings for Field Directors in both our Burnaby and Sidney offices.  These positions will be based at these office locations but will involve travel around the province.

The successful candidates will have:

• A Master’s degree in archaeology or anthropology with a specialty in archaeology, or Bachelor’s degree with an equivalent combination of postgraduate training and experience;
• Archaeology Branch Field Director status in the Northwest Coast, Interior Plateau, or Subarctic/Boreal Forest areas of BC, with a preference for candidates with Field Director status in multiple areas;
• A proven ability to develop effective research design and complete analyses while also meeting budget and schedule requirements; and,
• A proven ability to write high quality technical reports in a timely manner.

Core requirements include:

• Organized, efficient and flexible individuals who work well in a team environment;
• Responsible for conducting archaeological field survey, monitoring, and excavation work throughout British Columbia;
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home for several weeks at one time;
• Valid driver’s license;
• Physically fit; and,
• Committed to safety.

Wage will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Stantec offers a comprehensive benefit package with full-time employment. Please submit your CV with cover letter outlining your experience, availability, references and salary expectations to Shane Bond at shane.bond@stantec.com.

AMEC Environment & Infrastructure
Junior Archaeologists

AMEC is one of the world’s leading engineering, project management and consultancy companies employing 27,000+ professionals across 40 countries, including 30+ archaeologists in Western Canada. AMEC’s Archaeology and Cultural Heritage Group (formerly Arcas) AMEC Environment & Infrastructure is accepting applications for Junior Archaeologists for its Burnaby, Fort St John and Tumbler Ridge offices. We have openings for full-time permanent staff, as well as, seasonal employees. Start dates vary, but most positions would start in May or June. The candidates will be primarily responsible for field work, data analysis, and report writing.  The candidates will work in a dynamic and supportive team environment with some of the most experienced consulting archaeologists in BC. The job offers opportunities to work on a variety of projects throughout BC and other locations, as well as, to develop new skills and further career advancement.

Applicants must have a Bachelors degree in archaeology or anthropology or be enrolled in a degree program. Preferred but not essential qualifications include previous archaeological consulting experience, completed B.A., familiarity with BC archaeology, and good written and verbal communication skills. Candidates must be prepared to spend extensive amounts of time in the field, sometimes in remote locations.  We are also looking for candidates interested in an office-based position with little field work. Applicants must be physical fit, and hold a valid Driver’s License

This is a career path position. AMEC offers an excellent remuneration package, conference support, and health and safety training for term and permanent employees.  Wages will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Please send résumé with covering letter stating salary expectations, availability and references by e-mail to arcas.employment@amec.com with copy to diana.alexander@amec.com.

AMEC Environment & Infrastructure
Senior Archaeologist / Project Manager

AMEC is one of the world’s leading engineering, project management and consultancy companies employing 27,000+ professionals across 40 countries, including 30+ archaeologists in Western Canada. AMEC’s Archaeology and Cultural Heritage Group (formerly Arcas) is looking for a full-time Senior Archaeologist/Project Manager for its Burnaby office. The candidate will be responsible for the design, implementation, and management of cultural resource management projects throughout the province. Responsibilities include proposal preparation, research, data analysis, report writing, interacting with clients and government personnel, marketing, and supervising/mentoring staff. Field work is optional. The candidate will work in a dynamic and supportive team environment with some of the most experienced consulting archaeologists in BC. The job offers opportunities to work on a variety of projects throughout BC and other locations, as well as, to develop new skills and further career advancement. Candidates interested in part-time work or work based in other locations will also be considered.

Applicants must have a Bachelors or graduate degree in archaeology or anthropology; minimum 15 years archaeological consulting experience; familiarity with BC archaeology; very good written and verbal communication skills; capable of working in a quality deadline-driven environment with minimal supervision. Preferred but not essential qualifications include: defended M.A.; field director status throughout BC; and BC permit holding status. Applicants must be hold a valid Driver’s License.

This is a career path position. AMEC offers an excellent remuneration package, conference support, and health and safety training.  Wages will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Please send résumé with covering letter stating salary expectations, availability and references by e-mail to arcas.employment@amec.com with copy to diana.alexander@amec.com.

Tipi-Mountain Eco-Cultural Services Ltd.
Field Director

Tipi-Mountain Eco-Cultural Services Ltd. (TMECS) seeks an experienced full-time field director and/or permit holder. Our office is located in Cranbrook with majority of work being conducted within the East and West Kootenay Regions of BC.

To be considered for this position applicants must have the following:

• Approved field director status and/or permit holder in the ‘Interior Plateau’
• Valid driver’s licence

Additional Requirements:

• Physically fit
• Strong verbal and written skills
• Well developed report writing and computer skills

Role Duties:
The successful applicant will direct a small field crew (2-5 technicians) and be responsible for report writing and interaction with clients. Applicants must be physically fit and prepared to work long field days for extended periods of time, frequently in remote locations with unpredictable weather conditions.

Company Benefits:
TMECS offers competitive wages, flexible work arrangements, training and safety certification. Permanent full-time employees receive a health and wellness benefit, BC Medical Premium coverage, and cell phone and computer allowances.

Qualified applicants are asked to send their CV, attention Myrriah Sherriff to myrriah@tipimountain.com. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be notified.

Northwind Archaeological Consulting Ltd.
GIS Technician

Northwind Archaeological Consulting Ltd. is immediately seeking a full time energetic, self-motivated Geographic Information System (GIS) professional must be capable of orthophoto analysis, data acquisition and conversion, data modelling, spatial database development and cartographic presentation.

Qualifications for GIS Technician include:

• Must have a minimum of technical degree in GIS or 2-5 years GIS experience.
• Demonstrated report writing skills, experience processing field data and writing site forms.
• Must be willing to take part in Archaeological field assessments.
• Must work well in a team environment, with team leader experience being ideal.
• Must have the capacity to conduct work with minimal supervision and oversight.
• Accustomed to working with 4x4 trucks, ATVs and Snowmobiles would be an asset.

Safety Tickets would be an asset:

• Level 1 First Aid
• Transportation Endorsement
• H2S Alive
• WHMIS
• ATV Safety
• Snow Pro
• Bear Aware
• Valid Class 5 Drivers License

Preference will be given to applicant with an Archaeology/Anthropology degree.

Please forward resume to Northwind Archaeological Consulting Ltd. 10528 Alaska Rd., Fort St. John, BC, V1J 1B3 or email: ken@northwind-arch.com

Katzie Development Corporation
Intermediate Archaeologist

Katzie Development Corporation, located in Pitt Meadows, BC, seeks an experienced consulting archaeologist for a full time Intermediate Archaeologist position. Most work will take place in the Fraser Valley and some overnight travel is required.

Applicants must have a Bachelors or graduate degree in archaeology or anthropology, and a minimum of 1 year archaeological consulting experience.  In addition, applicants must be familiar with the rules and regulations governing  archaeology in British Columbia. Candidates should also possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, be capable of working in a quality deadline-driven environment with minimal supervision, and be comfortable working in the field for long hours.  Applicants should also have familiarity with working in and around active construction sites.

Responsibilities include field work, report writing, interacting with clients and government personnel, working with First Nations, and supervising/mentoring staff. Candidates must be willing to participate in both office and field work.

Preferred but not essential qualifications; Field Director status.
Applicants must be physically fit and hold a valid Driver’s License.
Salary will be commensurate with education, skills and experience.

Submit your C.V. electronically to:
Debbie Miller, General Manager
kdc@katziedc.com