Senior Archaeologist

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Archaeologist to lead our cultural resource management assessments in the Yukon and British Columbia. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for supervising staff, preparing technical reports, and actively participating in our Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) programs.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Lead cultural resource management assessments, including supervising staff and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
• Prepare technical reports, including regulatory deliverables, and ensure their accuracy and quality
• Actively participate in our HSSE programs, promoting a strong safety culture and ensuring the well-being of our team members

Qualifications and Requirements

• Experience leading field-based cultural resource management assessments, including supervising staff and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
• Experience identifying traditional use sites and features, CMTs, and precontact and historical artifacts
• Ability to hold a Class 2 Yukon Archaeological Site Regulation permit or possess the required experience to become a permit holder in the near future
• Dedicated to following and promoting a strong safety culture
• Desire to work closely with other environmental professionals and First Nations
• Excellent technical writing skills and experience in cultural resource management, including the preparation of regulatory deliverables
• Self-motivated and ability to solve complex problems using sound professional judgment, creativity, and innovation
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License (Yukon) or equivalent

Education and Experience

• A Bachelor's degree in Anthropology or Archaeology is required; a Master's degree is an asset
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Cultural Resource Management; experience in the Yukon is an asset
• Experience working in remote locations is an asset