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Communications Assistant/Technical Writer

ARCHER CRM is an archaeological consulting company with offices throughout British Columbia. ARCHER CRM strives to create and foster a workplace environment where diversity and inclusion are encouraged and celebrated. Through the recognition that every individual brings with them unique experiences, cultural histories, and perspectives, our goal is to create a workplace community that encourages growth, creative contribution, and success. With these goals, and through education, integrity and innovation, ARCHER Cultural Resource Management Corp. is committed to promoting the values of Canada’s cultural landscape.

Our Archer CRM Delta office has an in-office position available for a full time Communications Assistant/Technical Writer to carry out and assist with report writing and data compilation. As part of the Communications Team, the Technical Writer prepares technical reports, technical memos and daily activity summaries for the Communications Leads and Project Lead Archaeologists. We are looking for applicants who are professionally driven and eager to continue to develop and expand their professional experience.

ARCHER CRM has a competitive benefits package for this position, and provides an additional Health and Wellness plan for our long-term employees.

Job description

Primary Responsibility: To assist in the implementation, maintenance, and support of ARCHER CRM's internal and external communication strategies and projects. Roles and tasks include, but are not limited to:

• Provide support compiling and centralizing project data and project activity information for Project Lead Archaeologists and Project Managers;
• Centralize project activity information from multiple internal and external sources;
• Compile, and maintain, the tracking of service and product delivery requirements;
• Maintain the Company’s databases in conjunction with other staff;
• Archival and background research, which may involve travel;
• Adhere to ARCHER CRM’s OH&S & Quality Assurance programs;
• Participate in efforts to maintain existing clients and develop new relationships and opportunities.

Preference given to those with the following skills/experience:

• Demonstrated proficiency in compiling and writing consulting level Archaeological Impact Assessments, preliminary field reconnaissance, and final permit reports;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Professional suite and Adobe Acrobat;
• Ability to interpret maps;
• Basic knowledge of surficial geology and/or landscape archaeology;
• Previous experience as a field Archaeologist in Cultural Resource Management would be advantageous;
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance and in a team environment, taking direction from Project Lead Archaeologists;
• Prior experience liaising with First Nations, Proponents, regulatory bodies, land agents, and landowners;
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse crew to effectively facilitate fieldwork and report compilation;
• Detail oriented with an aptitude for technical editing.

Requirements:

• Valid Class 5 Driver License preferred; Class 7N Drivers License will also be considered;
• Ability to independently travel to and from the office/worksite location daily;
• Canadian Citizen, or legally eligible to work in Canada for a minimum of two years as of the date of the application;
• A recognized post-secondary education (or equivalent experience) in Archaeology, Anthropology, History or other related fields of study;
• A minimum of one (1) year in a busy office environment or equivalent. Prior exposure to public communication, research and data management, and marketing is beneficial;
• Demonstrate writing and research experience/abilities;
• This position is office based and in person;
• Submitting at least two (2) relevant references for verification of qualifications is beneficial;
• Submitting at least two (2) examples of writing or technical writing that has not been edited by multiple reviewers (ie. Thesis) is beneficial.

Remuneration:

• Wage commensurate with demonstrated experience and/or qualifications

No telephone inquiries. References must be submitted with CV. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Questions & expressions of interest are to be forwarded to jobs (at) archercrm (dot) ca

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $28.00-$36.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Extended health care
• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Delta, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person