Senior Archaeologist

Cabin Resource Management’s Ltd. growing Heritage Division is seeking a Senior
Archaeologist.

Cabin takes an innovative approach to its Heritage Division by applying and innovating
anti- colonial practices that promote reconciliatory action and develop relationships of
trust with our First Nations partners. We pride and hold ourselves accountable to our
Core Values (Adaptability, Reconciliation, Adventure, Balance, Integrity, and Self-
Improvement) which we integrate into all our projects. At Cabin, we take a rights-based
approach to our archaeological work that centers the community and individual rights of
First Nations to their tangible and intangible archaeological cultural heritage.

We provide services for all project phases and types including private land assemblies
to forestry developments and everything in between. We ensure regulatory compliance
and go beyond by integrating Indigenous community collaborators throughout a
project’s lifecycle to find solutions that respect and support their social, cultural, and
economic needs. Our highly skilled team integrates digital tools and technology to
record, understand, and learn from the past to develop innovative systems to plan for a
sustainable future. Cabin is committed to building respectful relationships with
Indigenous communities throughout BC and centers reconciliation in all our actions.

Responsibilities:

• Fieldwork including survey, monitoring, and data recovery excavation


• Assisting in cost estimate and proposal preparation


• Coordinating with field staff, GIS staff, and senior managers from Cabin’s other
  Divisions to support project work


• Liaison and coordination with First Nations on a project-by-project basis


• Field preparations and logistical support


• Compiling and submitting Provincial site inventory records


• Writing, review and editing of AOA, PFR, AIA interim and final reports, and
  drafting comprehensive Heritage Management Plans


• Routine office tasks; Contributing to and developing innovative community-
  guided cultural heritage management practices

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in archaeology or anthropology


• BC Archaeology Branch approved Field Directors (as per Bulletin 17) for the
  Interior Plateau Cultural Zone. (Those that can demonstrate that they are very
  close to obtaining this will also be considered)


• Individuals eligible to hold permits, with preference to candidates with province-
  wide 


• Permit holding status will be strongly considered


• Canadian citizen or valid work permit


• Valid BC driver’s licence (Class 5 or higher)


• Willingness to travel and spend time away from home


• Compliance with Cabin’s OH&S system


• WCB OFA Level 1 (transportation endorsement an asset)


• Excellent interpersonal skills


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team


• Ability to solve problems


• Ability to manage your time and set priorities to meet project deadlines


• Able to conduct fieldwork under strenuous conditions and rough terrain


• Experience creating, tracking, and managing budgets


• Experience writing and editing technical reports


• Familiarity with the Heritage Conservation Act and current BC Archaeology
  Branch 


• Policies and bulletins


• Demonstrated experience or willingness to work collaboratively with First Nations

What we offer:

• A positive, dynamic and inclusive work environment for everyone


• Wage and biannual profit share based on experience, competency and length of
  service


• Boot, training and professional development allowance


• Extended medical and dental and and RRSP contributions based on years of
  service


• Flexible holidays and 20 cm snow rule for winter shredding


• The chance to work in a unique industry in the beautiful outdoors

Cabin is committed to LGBTQ+ inclusion in the workplace by creating a diverse and
inclusive work environment for everyone.

Whether you are looking for a full time career or a seasonal position, apply today, or
contact our HR Coordinator at [email protected] for more information. 

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview
will be contacted.