Archaeology Crew Chief at University of New Mexico – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Requisition ID: req35013

Working Title:
Archaeology Crew Chief

Position Grade:
10

Position Summary:
Under direct supervision, oversees and leads an archaeological crew during archaeological surveys and excavation projects. Oversees the collection, recording, and interpretation of archaeological data in the field, and coordinates laboratory processing and analysis activities. Assists in the preparation of final descriptive, analytical, and technical reports for publication, and contributes chapters to technical reports.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment:

• Possession of a valid United States driver's license is a requirement for this job.
• Successful candidate must be able to meet minimum requirements for Local/State/Federal Archaeological permits.
• Successful candidate must submit to a post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.

Campus:
Main - Albuquerque, NM

Benefits Eligble:
No Benefits with this position.

Department:
Office of Contract Archeology (937C)

Employment Type:
Staff

Staff Type:
On-Call
Status:
Non-Exempt

Pay:
$23.00 - $26.00 per hour (DOE)

Benefits Eligible:
No Benefits with this position.

ERB Statement:
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required:
Yes
For Best Consideration Date:
12/1/2025

Application Instructions:
Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Describe the documents the applicant should attach for a complete application. Include any additional application instructions that may be required of applicants.Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, equivalent discipline; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 Years Supervisory Experience
• 2-3 Years Field Work
• Permittable by the State of NM (Historical Preservation Division)
• Lab Experience
• Specialty (Lithics, Historic Materials, etc.)