TPWD - Program Supervisor VI (Archeological Servic

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FLandAction=UandFOCUS=ApplicantandSiteId=1andJobOpeningId=107753andPostingSeq=1Job DescriptionTPWD MISSIONTo manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations. HIRING CONTACT: Michael Strutt 512-389-4739, Email: michael.strutt@tpwd.texas.gov PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: 1340 Airport Commerce Drive Bldg 6. Austin, TX 78744 GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Under the general direction of the Cultural Resources Program Director, the Archeology Services Team Lead performs advanced (senior-level) administrative and supervisory program work. Responsible for supervising and directing team members which may include a Project Archeologist, Crew Chiefs, and/or Crew Members in archeological survey, testing, and excavation projects. Applies for Antiquities Permits and successfully completes investigations under the Antiquities Code of Texas. Applies for federal antiquities permits and completes projects under federal guidelines. Plans and executes research initiatives using statewide database of archeological information available at TPWD and other repositories. Coordinates team's research activities with all Cultural Resources Program staff. Conducts pre-field planning and logistical arrangements. Responsibilities include pre-survey or pre-excavation planning, archeological survey, site recording, mapping, testing, excavation, and artifact analysis. Designs, writes, edits, and supervises the writing and editing of archeological reports ensuring that they meet the specifications of the Antiquities Code of Texas, and the Council of Texas Archeologists. Coordinates Archeology Services Team activities with regional Cultural Resource Coordinators, Historic Preservation staff, and park staffs. Works directly with project managers, program directors, and/or resource coordinators in scoping and estimating archeological investigations. Advises Cultural Resources Program Director regarding state and federal cultural resources laws and regulations and assists in developing agency policies. Designs and conducts cultural resources trainings for agency staff. Provides technical assistance to other governmental and professional organizations. Manages team budget. Presents Cultural Resources outreach activities to the public. Consults with interpretive staff on archeological information. Coordinates management of staff time with laboratory supervisor. Assists Program Director as assigned. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures.NOTE:Provides supervision and support to a team of professional archaeologists and conducts archaeological investigations all over the Texas State Parks system. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education:Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Anthropology or Archeology.Experience:Ten years of experience in archeology.Meets criteria for a Principal Investigator as defined by the Antiquities Code of Texas. Four years of experience managing archeological projects, budgets, and full-time staff. NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.Licensure:Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid state driver's license. Must be qualified to obtain Texas antiquities permits.NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required license. ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS: Experience:PhD in Anthropology or Archeology may substitute for two years of qualifying experience in archeology. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education: PhD in Anthropology o Archeology with an emphasis in archeology/cultural resources management.Experience:Ten years of conducting archeological investigations using Antiquities Code and Council of Texas Archeologists standards.Five years of experience managing and supervising full-time staff. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESKnowledge of Texas prehistoric and historic archeology, including the material culture of Texas.Knowledge of historic documentary research techniques.Knowledge of cultural resource management, theory, and practice. Knowledge of GIS and its function in cultural resources management.Knowledge of state and federal antiquities laws. Knowledge of cultural resources stewardship practices and how to apply them.Knowledge of archeological data collection techniques, and laboratory procedures necessary for performing archeological investigations and analyses.Skill in directing archeological site identification and/or testing/excavation projects, and archeological field recording projects.Skill in technical report writing and editing.Skill in public speaking and communication. Skill in managing multiple projects, short deadlines, and conflicting priorities.Skill in using word processing and database programs.Skill in using GPS equipment.Skill in Geographic Information Systems.Skill in working on planning teams.Skill in conceiving research initiatives.Ability to work under limited supervision with latitude for use of initiative and accomplish multiple tasks simultaneously.Ability to plan, assign, delegate, and supervise the work of others, and to direct and allocate staff efforts and available funds to achieve program goals and meet agency and statutory deadlines.Ability to apply archeological and historic research techniques and methods.Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and using technical writing skills.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.Ability to gather, correlate, and analyze data and problem solve.Ability to coll