Job Description

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The Archaeology Crew Chief is a temporary hourly adjunct staff position within the Department of Anthropology that supports the successful execution of summer archaeological field and laboratory operations. Working under the supervision of faculty project directors, the position provides leadership and operational support during active field investigations, including oversight of excavation procedures, documentation standards, artifact handling, and associated laboratory processing. The role requires prior archaeological field experience, the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced research environment, and sufficient technical knowledge to assist in maintaining professional field and laboratory standards.

This position plays an important role in ensuring continuity between field excavation and post-excavation laboratory work, helping the department meet research timelines and project obligations during the summer field season. The position carries responsibility for assisting with day-to-day field coordination, supporting student and volunteer activities when applicable, and contributing to the accurate collection and processing of archaeological data and materials. This is a temporary, non-benefited hourly position and is not considered essential staff for purposes of university curtailment or emergency operations.

Duties/Responsibilities

Archaeological Fieldwork Operations (60%)

• Assist faculty supervisors with the coordination and execution of daily archaeological excavation activities.

• Support implementation of field methodologies, documentation standards, mapping, and artifact recovery procedures.

• Provide day-to-day guidance and oversight to students, volunteers, or field crew participants as needed.

• Help maintain field equipment, organize work areas, and ensure adherence to project safety and research protocols.

• Contribute to accurate recording and management of archaeological data collected during field investigations.

Laboratory Processing and Collections Support (30%)

• Assist with post-excavation laboratory work, including cleaning, cataloging, labeling, and organizing archaeological materials.

• Support the preparation and maintenance of artifact records, inventories, and associated project documentation.

• Help ensure proper handling, storage, and organization of collections and research materials.

• Contribute to project wrap-up activities and completion of laboratory tasks following the conclusion of fieldwork.

Administrative and Project Support (10%)

• Assist with general logistical and operational needs related to the archaeological project.

• Support communication and coordination among project personnel, students, and faculty supervisors.

• Help maintain organized project records and comply with university and project reporting requirements.

• Perform related duties as assigned to support successful completion of the summer field season.

Requirements

Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant archaeological field experience.

• Prior participation in archaeological fieldwork or field school experience required.

• Experience with basic archaeological excavation, documentation, and laboratory procedures.

Required Licenses & Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license or reliable transportation to and from fieldwork locations.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of standard archaeological field and laboratory methods and practices.

• Ability to work effectively in outdoor field environments and under varying weather conditions.

• Ability to follow detailed research, excavation, and documentation protocols.

• Strong organizational and recordkeeping skills with attention to detail.

• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with faculty, students, and project staff.

• Ability to work independently with limited supervision while maintaining project standards.

• Basic computer proficiency, including familiarity with spreadsheets, databases, and digital documentation tools.

• Ability to safely handle archaeological materials, equipment, and field supplies.

Other Requirements:

• Ability to perform physically demanding fieldwork, including walking on uneven terrain, standing for extended periods, lifting and carrying equipment or materials, and working outdoors in varying environmental conditions.

• Availability to work a full-time schedule during the summer field season.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree completed by start date.

• Previous experience serving in a supervisory or crew leadership role during archaeological fieldwork.

• Experience with archaeological cataloging, collections management, or laboratory processing.

• Familiarity with archaeological mapping, photography, or digital recording systems.

• Demonstrated ability to mentor or assist students and volunteers in a field or laboratory setting.

Applicant Instructions:

Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the My Experience: Resume/CV section of the application: (Maximum of 5 Documents)

• Resume/CV

Compensation Pay Range:

$ 15/hour

Please be advised that this position is supported by external sponsor funding. As such, continued employment in this role is contingent upon the availability of those external funds. If, for any reason, the sponsor funding is reduced or discontinued, employment may be subject to modification or termination in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.

The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here:USNH Employee Benefits | Human Resources

Location:

Durham

Salary Grade:

Adjunct Hourly Staff 00