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As the GTA Ontario Archaeology Lab Coordinator, you will be responsible for:
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The development and management of integrated cultural resource management across WSP Ontario archaeology labs.
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Development and management of artifact catalogue templates according to standardized processes.
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Development and management of lab processes, such as washing, sorting, analysis and storage.
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Management, organization, and proper safe storage of project materials, across WSP Ontario archaeology labs (with a main focus on our Mississauga and Burlington labs) in line with Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism (MCM) expectations.
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Directing employees in completing lab tasks and analysis.
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Leading the transportation, organization, and storage of artifacts and data collected in the field.
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Where applicable, aid in the analysis and documentation of artifacts per the MCM Standards and Guidelines and Parks Canada guidance.
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Where applicable, aid in the analysis of artifact assemblages, including research on artifacts, manufacturing dates, and maker's mark.
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Artifact analysis quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC).
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Assisting with all aspects of archaeological assessment requirements aligned with the Ontario Heritage Act and MCM policies for archaeology on federal lands.
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Researching, preparing, and submitting proposals and reports for a variety of archaeological projects, as applicable.
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Performing project management tasks, which may include: overseeing project scope, budgets, schedules, and quality; leading client and stakeholder communications; and delegating to and mentoring support staff, as applicable.
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Providing visible leadership by promoting health and safety in your projects and teams.
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Work collaboratively with the team and Team Leads to arrange internal resources and logistics for the Ontario Labs.
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Support business development activities.
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Interact with clients, government personnel, and members of Indigenous Nations and communities.
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Experience following requirements and standards of various curation facilities.
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Knowledge of Ontario historical period and/or Indigenous material culture.
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5 years of experience in collection management.
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Degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Museum Studies or related field, with a focus on archaeology.
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Detailed working knowledge of Ontario archaeology with an applied understanding of current Standards and Guidelines for Consultant Archaeologists issued by the MCM and associated Technical Bulletins.
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Detailed working knowledge of Ontario archaeology with an applied understanding of archaeological policies and protocols
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Capable of delivering quality work in a deadline-driven environment with minimal supervision.
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Able to follow and implement both technical and safety training and instructions.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to obtain Provincial and Federal Security Clearance.
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A valid Canadian driver's license with satisfactory driving record, per the WSP's driving policy
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Expert knowledge of Ontario historical period material culture.
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Knowledge of Ontario pre-contact period material culture.
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Professional or Research License to conduct archaeological fieldwork in good standing from the MCM.
