Job Description

Supervising Archaeologist for a Premier Cultural Resources Consulting Firm – Portland, OR

Acumen is proud to partner with Archaeological Investigations Northwest, Inc. (AINW) to find their next Supervising Archaeologist to support their expanding business.  Our client is a group of long-tenured architectural historians, archaeologists, and technical specialists who have a passion for history and are dedicated to positively impacting our community in the present. At AINW you will work with multidisciplinary teams to balance new infrastructure development with the preservation of important places. You will play a significant role in contributing to local knowledge of archaeology and history.

 If You:

• Are a go-getter who hungers for more knowledge and experience
• Live with a sense of awe and curiosity of archaeology and history
• Possess strong writing skills
• Are professionally qualified in archaeology per the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards and Guidelines, or are nearly there
• Thrive in a team environment with other passionate archaeologists
• Enjoy mentoring from caring and brilliant professionals

Then this may be a great opportunity for you!

Compensation: Salary of $66,500 to $87,360 per year and a generous benefits package. 

 Your key responsibilities would include:

Leading field investigations throughout Oregon and Washington. The position includes a supervisory role for field investigations and authorship of reports. The position presents a valuable opportunity for career growth, as you will be mentored by current AINW Project Managers who have unsurpassed knowledge of archaeology and the business of cultural resource consulting in the Pacific Northwest.

• Collecting data at archaeological resource locations.
• Analyzing and interpreting complex field data.
• Preparing written reports for submission to clients, agencies, and Tribes.
• Assisting with project coordination tasks.
• Conducting research at state and federal agencies and other facilities.
• Providing information to assist in proposal preparation.
• Focusing on projects with an emphasis on Oregon and Washington.

You would report to AINW Project Managers/Assistant Project Managers. We are seeking a candidate who can work full-time and travel frequently (up to 50% of your time) when needed for meetings and fieldwork.

 Requirements for this position include:

• One to five years of prior archaeological experience
• M.A., M.S., or higher degree in archaeology or closely related field
• Professionally qualified in archaeology per the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards and Guidelines, ideally
• Can obtain archaeology permits issued by Oregon, Washington, and federal agencies
• Strong scientific writing skills

Procedure for Applying: To apply or see our other positions available, please go to Acumen Executive Search to submit a resume and brief cover letter indicating your interest in the opportunity. If our current open positions are not the right fit for you and you would like us to share relevant opportunities, please send your resume and a brief cover to info@AcumenExecutiveSearch.com.

About Acumen: Established in 2007, Acumen Executive Search is a “Most Admired” company and is recognized as the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search Partner in the Pacific Northwest with a global clientele. We deliver high-impact results and higher than the national average retention rates while nurturing genuine long-term relationships. Acumen works shoulder-to-shoulder with our clients to provide customized, meaningful, and proven leadership solutions that empower organizational success.

Keywords: archaeology, anthropology, fieldwork, writing, supervisor, assistant project manager, analysis, interpretation, excavation, data collection, research