A1 – Archaeologist; Entry Level

Position: A1 – Archaeologist (Entry Level)
JOB POSTING
Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc (TteS) is a fast-growing vibrant organization committed to the development and progress of its Band Members and Community. As such, the TteS invites applications from qualified, highly motivated and dynamic individuals to fill the following position.

POSITION TITLE:

A1 - Archaeologist (Entry Level)
DEPARTMENT:
Knúcwmens le Sxwixwéytemc Archaeology Services Ltd. (KSAS)
SUPERVISOR:
Field Crew Lead

TERMS:

Seasonal
REFERENCE #:
Purpose Of Position
The purpose of these positions is to represent and assist KSAS with field operations, conducting surveys, testing, monitoring and data recovery in both lab and field settings. All responsibilities are governed by the policies and bylaws of Tk’emlups te Secwepemc.

Duties And Responsibilities

Fieldwork

Learning about archaeological process

Conducts pedestrian survey, shovel testing, monitoring and data recovery in the field.

Assists Supervisor in conducting surveys and data recovery.

Participates in cultural resource management projects within the territory with outside firms as a representative of TteS

Provides cohesive field notes and waypoints with photos that include daily observations and recommendations that assist with the interpretation, conservation, and protection of cultural sites and features identified during daily field work.

Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the TteS policies, standards, and procedures.

Assists in preparing and maintaining field equipment and fleet vehicles.

Ensure accuracy and timely submission of time sheets and expenses.

Work safely as per TteS safety policy

Maintains confidentiality on all matters relating to the affairs of the TteS and will not divulge any confidential or proprietary information for profit.

Other related duties as required.

Professional Certification, Education And Experience

Previous education, training, and outdoor field experience, in similar type of field work.

Must possess Level 1 First Aid certificate or be willing to obtain the training.

Must possess a valid BC Class 5 driver’s licence and have reliable transportation.

Must possess a clean driver abstract and maintain clean status throughout employment.

Must be able to provide satisfactory drug test results and maintain that throughout the project life-cycle for projects that require pre-access testing.

Bear Aware, ATV/UTV training, S100, H2S Alive, Outdoors survival and leadership skills an asset.

Previous experience in Cultural Resource Management or fieldwork an asset.

Financial Responsibility
Ensure accuracy and timely submission of time sheets and Labor, Equipment, Material (LEM) time tickets that document daily work, resources, and materials for invoicing.

Supervision Or Training Duties
N/A

Working Conditions

Fieldwork in a variety of outdoor environments including urban and remote locations.

Fieldwork in extreme temperatures, repetitive stooping, shovelling, lifting, long periods of standing and carrying heavy loads 20-50 lbs

Routine office tasks

Working around heavy machinery

Walking long distances of average 4 - 10 kilometres/day

Normal field week - Monday to Friday 10 hours/day

Non-normal shifts may be required depending on project scope, deadlines and priorities.

Some weekend and holiday work may be required during the season.

Skills And Abilities

Familiarity with Secwepemc culture and ability to work in a cross-cultural setting.

Good oral and written communication skills.

Ability to collect data, prepare field notes and other documents.

Must be able to operate modern technology utilized for field operations.

Must have good orienteering skills to navigate in remote forested settings

Must be physically fit and willing to work in challenging and remote environments

Must have strong teamwork and cooperation,…