A4 Technical Writer, Archaeology

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: A4 –Technical Writer, Archaeology

SUPERVISOR:
General Manager

TERMS:
Full-Time, Permanent

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Under the direction of the General Manager and in collaboration with the Portfolio Archaeologists, the Technical Writer prepares, reviews, and edits contractual and regulatory deliverables for archaeological and cultural heritage projects. Deliverables include preliminary, interim, and final reports; archaeological site forms; technical memoranda; and letter reports.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and processing field data collected in digital and hard-copy formats.
• Preparing regulatory documents and drafting and submitting archaeological site forms.
• Identifying opportunities to improve operations and archaeological reporting.
• Mentoring KSAS staff in regulatory reporting requirements.

All responsibilities are carried out in accordance with Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc policies and bylaws, the BC Heritage Conservation Act, and applicable guidelines.

• Coordinate analysis and manage digital and hard-copy field data.
• Conduct background research and maintain accurate supporting records.
• Prepare summary, overview, interim, and final reports.
• Review and edit reports for accuracy, clarity, consistency, and compliance.
  
  Complete final written reports in accordance with permit requirements under the BC Heritage Conservation Act.

• Liaise with KSAS field personnel and other archaeological staff.
• In consultation with archaeological staff, recommend approaches to conserving and interpreting archaeological findings.
• Advice on opportunities to improve operations and reporting processes.

• Mentor KSAS staff at all levels in office-based assignments, including research, data management, analysis, reporting, and archaeological site documentation, in accordance with regulatory requirements and TteS policies.
• Perform all duties in accordance with TteS policies, standards, and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality in all matters relating to the affairs of TteS.

Assist the Portfolio Archaeologists and other KSAS staff as directed by the General Manager, and perform other related duties as required.

• Bachelor’s or graduate degree in archaeology, anthropology, or related discipline, together with demonstrated experience producing regulatory deliverables with 4 years of relevant work experience
• Demonstrated technical report-writing, leadership, and communication experience.
• Experience with Geographic Information Systems and mapping tools for producing accurate, standardized, and legally compliant archaeological regulatory reports (ESRI ArcGIS, QGIS, Google Earth).
• Knowledge of and experience complying with occupational health and safety regulations.
• Experience in Interior Plateau archaeology is an asset.
• Understanding of Secwépemc culture and heritage, or experience working with a First Nations organization, is an asset.

• Communicate clearly and confidently when providing education about archaeology and related regulatory requirements.
• Produce clear, accurate technical documents and manage field data effectively.
• Work independently with minimal supervision in a deadline-oriented environment.
• Coordinate concurrent activities, set priorities, meet project deadlines, and keep staff and colleagues informed.
• Researc…