Assistant Department Director, Cultural Resources

Job overview

The Assistant Department Director, Cultural Resources role is based in Reno, NV, with a hybrid work arrangement and annual pay of $130,000–$145,000. The position leads operations for WestLand’s Nevada Cultural Resources Department and supports projects in neighboring states.

What you'll do

• Supervise and mentor staff
• oversee project delivery and serve as project manager or principal investigator
• address operational issues
• coordinate technical editing and report delivery
• train staff on project procedures and software
• plan resource allocation
• support client relations and business development
• maintain technical review and quality standards
• update processes for agency requirements
• contribute to proposals and go/no-go decisions
• and assist with department budgets.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cultural resources

department leadership

archaeology

great basin

project management

staff supervision

reno nv

westland resources

hybrid

full-time

$130k–$145k/year

client relations

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Nine paid holidays, healthcare benefits, PTO, 401(k) matching, flexible schedules, remote/hybrid options for most roles, tuition reimbursement, financial incentives to publish work, mentorship, and career-path support.

Why this role

Leadership role requiring a master’s degree in anthropology, archaeology, or a related field, at least 10 years of cultural resources management experience, and at least five years in a supervisory or leadership role. Benefits include paid holidays, healthcare, PTO, 401(k) matching, flexible schedules, remote/hybrid options for most roles, tuition reimbursement, and career development.

About the employer

Westland Resources is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.