Field Director

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Regular Full-Time New Orleans, LA, US

Salary Range: $24.00 To $27.00 Hourly

Job Posting

Title:

Field Director

Job Description

Job Title:
Field Director

Reports to:
Project Manager/Senior Management

Location:
Southeast Region;
New Orleans, Louisiana. Fieldwork is primarily located in Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi, Texas, and other Southern U.S. States. Opportunities for fieldwork in other parts of the United States may occur.

Travel Requirements: Yes, for fieldwork duties and project supervision. The successful candidate will primarily participate in and supervise fieldwork.

Who We Are: Goodwin & Associates is a cultural resource management firm with expertise in meeting local, state, and federal regulatory requirements. Our nationwide practice is supported by full-service offices in New Orleans, Louisiana;
Frederick, Maryland;
Lawrence, Kansas; and Berlin, Connecticut. Goodwin & Associates supports all phases of cultural resource management and project development from due diligence studies to historic property identification, to the development and execution of treatment strategies for heritage resources. Our team of experts is distinguished by our professionalism, client orientation, and depth of experience.

Summary/Objective:We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Field Directors to support project execution across all phases of archaeological investigations primarily in the southeastern US with occasional assignment to the Mid Atlantic. This is a full time, salaried (non-exempt), professional position with full benefits package (paid holidays; health, dental, and life insurance starting on date of hire; vacation and sick leave accrue after 90-days of full employment;

and a 401(K) plan after one year [365 days] of full employment). Starting pay ranges from $24 to $27 per hour depending on experience. Per diem for worked days in the field is paid on a monthly basis at a rate of $45 per worked day for out-of-town projects. Opportunity for advancement to significant management responsibilities is available for the right candidate.

Candidate must be able to travel to project sites to direct and conduct Phase I, Phase II, and Phase III investigations. Residence within commuting distance of the New Orleans office will be preferred for this position.

This position involves collaborating closely with senior management, project personnel, and clients to ensure fieldwork is completed on time and within budget while adhering to applicable state and federal guidelines. The ideal candidate will have experience in cultural resource management, strong organizational and communication skills, and a willingness to grow into a leadership role within the company.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Assist in coordinating and communicating with clients and other stakeholders during field investigations and throughout project development.
• Support the direction and supervision of field crews ensuring efficient and accurate field data collection and analysis.
• Provide training and mentorship to junior archaeological staff in field methods and best practices.
• Participate in field surveys, excavations, and other field investigations, as needed.
• Utilize GPS equipment and other field technologies to document sites and coordinate fieldwork.
• Maintain accurate records of project activities, methods, and fieldwork.
• Monitor project progress and assist in problem-solving to address challenges and optimize efficiency.
• Perform other duties and support special projects as assigned.
• Contribute to report writing, as needed.
• Time Management
• Organizational Skills
• Verbal and Written Communication
• Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
• GPS data collector Proficiency (e.g. ESRI Field Maps)
• Familiarity with GIS Software
• Archaeological Field Methods for All Phases

Education, Experience, &

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree (M.A. or M.S.) or higher in Anthropology/Archaeology is required.
• Minimum of two years of experience in cultural resource management (CRM).
• At least one full year of…