Principal Investigator

Job Summary

Kleinfelder is seeking a full-time Principal Investigator to lead our work in the Western Pacific (primarily Guam) from our office in Tumon, Guam where we have an active team of 12 archaeologists.

Responsibilities

The primary responsibility of this position will be to serve as a senior technical lead and manager for cultural resource management projects in Guam. This will include overseeing the planning and directing of multiple archaeological projects simultaneously with the help of KLF’s Senior Program Manager (based in Hawai'i) and Project Directors; coordinating with clients, government agencies (e.g., Guam SHPO), and community entities; assisting with budget preparation and tracking; supervising/training/mentoring junior staff; and overseeing and ensuring technical quality and accuracy of field investigations, data and laboratory analysis, and report preparation and analysis.

Other responsibilities and expectations for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Ensure technical accuracy and high quality of archaeological deliverables.
• Serve as lead author and technical reviewer of archaeological reports.
• Help maintain business operations.
• Train junior staff to recognize archaeological resources in the field and perform archaeological recording tasks (e.g., mapping and preparing thorough written documentation and measured stratigraphic profiles).
• Train/mentor KLF staff in preparing technical write-ups, including how to interpret archaeological findings and relay that information to internal and external reviewers.
• Periodic travel and work outdoors in remote locations and for extended periods under all weather conditions (especially high heat and humidity), sometimes in rugged terrain and conditions.
• Help promote and maintain a safe, respectful, and collaborative work environment.
• Serve as a role model to junior staff.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in written form.

Technical Qualifications

• Master’s degree and/or PhD from an accredited institution in Anthropology/Archaeology.
• Minimum of 10 years demonstrated, full-time experience working on archaeological projects in the Pacific and/or Asia Region (other regional experience may be considered). This must include documented experience directing research efforts/projects and 2 years of documented supervisory experience.
• Must be a strong technical writer with a minimum of five years of experience as a lead author on technical archaeological reports with demonstrated experience carrying research to completion (if selected for an interview, candidate will be required to submit three writing samples).
• The ability to independently identify Pre-Contact and Historic Period cultural resources.
• Strong working knowledge of National Historic Preservation Act (Section 106, Section 110), National Environmental Policy Act, and associated federal and state laws and regulations with documented experience carrying projects through historic preservation compliance.
• Guam, Hawai’i, and/or other Pacific Island experience is strongly preferred; cultural sensitivity and awareness is required.
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Proficient with digital field technology (Trimble GPS) and familiar with GIS applications and software.
• Ability to lead a team and delegate tasks as necessary.
• Ability to communicate efficiently and respond quickly while working in the field or office.
• Ability to plan and manage multiple archaeological projects simultaneously, including coordinating with clients, budget tracking, supervising staff, and overseeing field investigations, data and laboratory analysis, and report writing.
• Ability to independently plan and organize work to meet fast-paced deadlines.
• Must be attentive to organization, detail, and accuracy.
• Ability to work well with and as part of a team, especially during rugged field conditions.

Employment Requirements

• Must have a satisfactory driving record and complete a background check.
• Must complete a pre-employment physical to ensure fitness for duty.

Pay is commensurate with experience and qualifications and starts at $110,000 annual salary for fully qualified candidates.

To apply: Send an email to Cacilie Craft at [email protected] to introduce yourself and express your interest. Please attach a cover letter and a professional cv with at least three references. Writing samples are also welcome.

Progress with an Employer that Values You

Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Benefits: Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and eight paid holidays.

Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES

Please note that Kleinfelder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.