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Chronicle Heritage · 1 month ago

Senior Maritime Archaeologist | Full-Time | Florida

Pensacola, FL

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$70K/yr - $95K/yr

6+ years exp

Chronicle Heritage is a solution-driven heritage consulting firm specializing in cultural resource management. They are seeking a Senior Maritime Archaeologist to lead and manage an underwater team, ensuring project completion and thorough documentation of archaeological sites while mentoring staff and maintaining industry knowledge.

Environmental Consulting

No H1B

Responsibilities

Assist in managing fieldwork and office work related to projects to ensure the proper collection methods according to site conditions

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulations affecting CRM and general industry trends

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of technical trends for both diving and geophysical techniques

Support all phases of archaeological investigation and regulatory compliance

Manage, mentor, and ensure the continued and proper training of staff, as well as self

Complete accurate, detailed, and comprehensive field documentation

Complete and assist team in office work, including technical writing related to pre- and post-field activities

Ability to work with and support a culturally diverse team of all skillsets and professional levels

Direct collection, analysis, and interpretation of data when needed; formulate recommendations and solutions to highly complex problems or those involving risk. As well as the ability to listen to and work with team members of all professional levels regarding operations and work environments

Work with Chronicle Heritage Principals, Team Leads, Principal Investigators, Project Managers, and other staff to implement project-specific instructions and methods

Identify and research project opportunities, develop proposals, and scope maritime archaeological projects

Work with technical field, lab, and office staff to ensure projects meet Chronicle Heritage standards

Observe and uphold Chronicle Heritage’s Fieldwork Procedures and Health and Safety requirements

Qualification

Maritime archaeologyTechnical report writingMarine archaeology supervisionMarine geophysical methodsMicrosoft Office SuiteDiving certificationProject managementLeadership skillsAttention to detailTeam collaboration

Required

Advanced degree in maritime archaeology, archaeology, anthropology, or closely related field

6+ years of experience working on/directing maritime archaeology projects

5+ years of experience with analysis and technical report writing

4+ years of experience in a marine archaeology supervisory role

Expertise in marine archaeological field methods and data collection

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)

Listed on the Register of Professional Archaeologists

Meet or exceed the Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualification Standards for Archaeology

Able to work in an outdoor environment for prolonged periods of time and in a range of weather conditions

Rescue Diver (OWD) certification

Experience with boat handling and working on larger vessels

Be willing to travel and stay overnight on short- and long-term projects

Valid driver's license

Preferred

Contribute to and assist in managing an ever-growing team by adding a strong marine archaeological and geophysical skillset

Demonstrable experience supervising and being available to assist field crews during archaeological studies

Proficient organizational, task management, scheduling, and budget management skills

Proficiency in identifying submerged sites via diving or geophysical operations

Proficiency with marine geophysical and GIS data collection and processing methods in the field and in the office

Proficiency with scientific diving and above all, safe diving practices

Show strong focus and technical excellence to efficiently utilize modern collection methods

Proficiency and familiarity with Section 106 processes and NRHP eligibility criteria for sites

Ability to endure adverse environmental conditions, including hot and cold temperatures, precipitation, and challenging terrain for sustained durations

Excellent attention to detail, a positive work ethic, reliability, and commitment to working both independently and in a team environment

Excellent leadership skills and ability to work with team in the field

First Aid/CPR Certification