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

Requisition ID: req35565

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:
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

Department:
Office of Contract Archeology (937C)

Employment Type:
Staff

Staff Type:
Term - Full-Time
Term End Date:
1 year from date of Hire

Status:
Non-Exempt

Pay:
Hourly: $19.56 - $22.00

Benefits Eligible:
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

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:
1/16/2026

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.
Cover letter, Resume/UNMJobs application. Application must show previous work experience with dates and average hours worked.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:

• Bachelor's in Archaeology
• GIS Experience
• Webpage Editor
• Field School plus 6 months on the job experience.