Archaeological Technician and Office Administrator

Position Title: Archaeological Technician (50%) and Office Administrator (50%)

Position Status: Full-time, Permanent, Regular/Benefited, Non-Exempt

Compensation: commensurate with experience, plus benefits

Location: Santa Cruz

Position Description Summary: Albion is seeking to hire an Anthropological Archaeologist to support our projects and operations in an entry level role. We anticipate that 50% of the employee’s time will be dedicated to archaeological technician roles and responsibilities, supporting Albion’s field and laboratory projects. The other 50% of the employee’s time will be dedicated to administrative roles and responsibilities, supporting the Company Principals in administering the operations of the company.  

This position is an excellent opportunity for someone interested developing skills for a career in CRM. It will provide not only valuable insight into to how a CRM firm operates, but will offer opportunities to develop a broad range of skills beyond a typical technician position. It is an excellent opportunity for professional growth within the company as well as the broader world of CRM.    

Required Qualifications: 

  • B.A. in Anthropology/Archaeology

  • Completion of certified field school

  • Basic understanding of archaeological method and theory

  • Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel

  • Experience with database management systems (e.g., Microsoft Access, EndNote)

  • Excellent writing and communication skills

  • Capable of professionally representing Albion to staff, clients, subcontractors, and the public

  • Punctual, detail-oriented, motivated, self-directed, team-oriented

  • Available to work on time-sensitive processes

Benefits:

  • Paid time off

  • Sick leave

  • Family leave

  • Health insurance

  • Retirement plan

  • Family- and pet-friendly

  • Hybrid work opportunities (work from home or office when not in field or lab)

  • and others

Example Responsibilities:

Office Administration Responsibilities (50%)

  • Filing

  • Maintain orderliness of common areas

  • Assist in the management of office and field equipment (e.g., computers, copier, iPads, cameras, GPS, company vehicles, field tools) 

  • Maintain office supplies

  • Assist staff with minor IT issues

  • Assist Project Managers with project mobilization tasks (e.g., rental cars, lodging, stakeholder communication/consultation letters)

  • Technical edits of reports

  • Report Formatting

  • Report Production

  • Mailing and shipping

  • Manage Endnote Database

Archaeological Technician Responsibilities (50%)

  • Perform basic survey and excavation

  • Construction monitoring

  • Efficiently use a compass, and read topographic, aerial, and project maps

  • Draw site and feature maps

  • Complete standard archaeological site records

  • Fill out record forms in an accurate and concise manner

  • Conduct basic identification of cultural materials in the field and in the lab

  • Carry out laboratory procedures such as washing and organizing materials in the field

  • Carry out additional laboratory procedures such as cleaning, sorting, cataloging, and accessions

  • Enter archaeological artifact and project data in appropriate forms and databases

  • Prepare artifacts for curation according to standard Albion guidelines

To Apply: 

Send a letter of interest and CV to HR@albionenvironmental.com 

Position is open until filled.