Archaeological Field Director
Archaeological Field Director
Archaeological Field Director: An application for archaeologists to demonstrate their ability to direct field work within a specific culture area of the province. Application to be submitted directly to the Archaeology Branch.
Related Activities: Archaeological Permit Holder, Archaeological Permit Tracking System (APTS) Registration
Contents:
- Mandatory Authorizations
- Costs
- Eligibility Requirements
- Information Requirements
- Potential Additional Requirements
- Related Links
- Other Things you Should Know
About this Activity Guide
| This guide summarizes the most common requirements and recommendations for your chosen activity and is designed to help you submit a complete application. Be aware that this information is for guidance purposes only. |
Mandatory Authorizations
| Authorization Name | Link to Authorization Guidance | Link to Application |
|---|---|---|
| Approved as a Field Director. Bulletin 17 provides the required forms and summarizes the required qualifications. | Authorization Guidance | Apply Now |
Costs
Cost may be a specific value or range of values. The cost includes GST, where applicable.
| Cost Type | Cost Description | Cost | Link to Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application fee | Not applicable. | Not applicable. |
Eligibility Requirements
Ensure that you meet the eligibility requirements prior to applying.
| Requirement | Description |
|---|---|
| MA or BA with equivalent training in Archaeology or Anthropology. | MA or BA with equivalent training in Archaeology or Anthropology. |
| Experience in archaeological resource management. | Minimum of 360 days experience (including 40 days supervising archaeological impact assessments) under the authorization of a Heritage Conservation Act Permit for the applicable cultural area. |
| Systematic Data Recovery experience. | 60 days excavation experience. |
| Experience is validated in permitted reports. | Experience is outlined in permitted reports with Branch confirmation. |
Information Requirements
| Requirement | Description | Link to Details |
|---|---|---|
| Experience Summary Worksheet | Minimum of 360 days of experience with varied sites representative of the culture area, plus 40 days supervising archaeological impact assessments. Include information about previous assessments, recorded sites and excavation experience presented in an MS Excel table. | Field Director Qualifications - Bulletin 17 |
| Curriculum Vitae | Current contact information, summary of work and educational experience. | |
| Reports (Final Permit Reports and Interim Reports) | Reports confirm role of applicant in fieldwork and detailed experience. |
Potential Additional Requirements
| Requirement | Description | When is it Required? |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance letters of previous reports | Management recommendations from the Regulator (Archaeological Branch and/or Oil and Gas Commission), accepting previous assessments. | Facilitates application review to demonstrate applicant's abilities |
Related Links
| Link | Description |
|---|---|
| Archaeology Website | Main web page providing information about Archaeology in B.C. |
| Field Director Qualifications - Bulletin 17 | A Bulletin containing specific requirements and providing links to documents relating to Field Director Qualifications. |
Other Things You Should Know
Archaeology Information
Archaeological sites are protected under the Heritage Conservation Act and must not be altered or damaged without a permit issued by the Archaeology Branch. Information regarding potential risks to protected archaeological sites may be obtained by submitting an online data request form to the Archaeology Branch or by contacting a professional archaeologist via the BC Association of Professional Archaeologists (www.bcapa.ca) or via local directories. Visit the Archaeology Branch website for more information.
BCeID - What Is It and Why Get It?
BCeID is an online service that allows you to create a user ID and password to sign in securely to many Government services in British Columbia. The benefits of having a BCeID account include:
- Stop and start. Save and return later to complete your application without losing any information previously entered.
- Real time status information. Check the status of your application in real time.
- Access your applications for multiple people (Business BCeID only) to edit or submit your application or check its status. To enroll in this service, visit the BCeID web page: FrontCounter BC - BCeID
Consulting with First Nations
- The Province is committed to reconciliation as part of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous People Act.
- The Province is responsible for ensuring adequate and appropriate consultation and accommodation, it may involve the proponent in the procedural aspects of consultation.
Legal Disclaimer
This guide provides the most current and accurate information available to the Government of British Columbia at the time of publishing; however, we make no warranty regarding the completeness, currency or accuracy of this information. This information is for guidance purposes only and does not replace legislated requirements. Each application is unique and circumstances may result in additional requirements beyond those included in this guide.
Last Updated: July 14, 2023