Anna Neuzil

Experience

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  Archaeology Southwest (formerly known as the Center for Desert Archaeology)

  Jan 2003 - Dec 2005

  Preservation Fellow

  As a Preservation Fellow at the Center for Desert Archaeology (now known as Archaeology Southwest) I conducted my dissertation research in the Safford and Aravaipa valleys in southeastern Arizona. I wrote a successful National Science Foundation Dissertation Improvement Grant, directed a crew of volunteers in the field and the lab, oversaw the preparation of project materials for curation, and contributed to the overall preservation goals of the Center for Desert Archaeology.My dissertation research demonstrated that the Safford and Aravaipa valleys were on the receiving end of a wave of prehistoric migration originating in the Kayenta/Tusayan area of the Four Corners region during the late 13th and early 14th century AD. Unlike other destinations along this migration route, migrants were readily integrated into the fabric of the local society after a short initial separation. I developed new methods through the course of this research to examine how people leave markers of their identity in the crafts they produce, particularly ceramic vessels, and how that information can be used to follow population dynamics. Show less

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  Archaeology Southwest (formerly the Center for Desert Archaeology)

  Jan 2006 - Dec 2006

  Preservation Archaeologist

  As a Preservation Archaeologist for the Center for Desert Archaeology (now known as Archaeology Southwest), I directed several field projects for the Bureau of Land Management, and worked collaboratively with the Center for Desert Archaeology staff to promote the preservation of archaeological resources throughout the greater Southwest.

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  Tierra Right of Way Services

  Jan 2007 - Jun 2008

  Ceramic Analyst and Project Director

  As a ceramic analyst at Tierra Right of Way Services, I analyzed prehistoric and historic ceramic artifacts from archaeological projects in Arizona and New Mexico, and contributed to a variety of technical reports. In addition, I directed data recovery excavations at several sites in the Tucson area.

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  EcoPlan Associates, Inc.

  Jun 2008 - Jun 2015

  Principal Investigator and Project Director

  As a Principal Investigator and Project Director at EcoPlan Associates, Inc. I managed multiple diverse projects, conducted ceramic analyses, wrote technical and synthetic reports, assisted agencies with Section 106 and state level consultation, oversaw and managed crew, created budgets, wrote proposals, and participated in tribal consultation. Although the bulk of my work was focused in southeastern Arizona, I worked throughout the state. I directed and oversaw numerous projects to completion, ranging in size from small Class I surveys to large, multimillion dollar data recovery projects with complicated logistics and permitting requirements, and large crews. I generally managed three to ten projects of various size simultaneously. My attention to detail and strong organizational skills ensured that each project was completed on time and at or under budget.The majority of the projects for which I acted as Principal Investigator at EcoPlan were undertaken for the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT). Because most ADOT projects that I worked on were federally funded, I have diverse experience working in the context of Section 106, from small projects requiring only federal or state level consultation to large multi-year data recovery projects. The large data recovery projects I directed have involved managing and overseeing over 40 employees in the field, and directing the completion of complex technical reports. I also acted as Principal Investigator and Project Director on projects undertaken for compliance with Section 110 for the Bureau of Land Management and the Department of Defense (Air Force and Department of the Navy), and projects undertaken for compliance with Section 106 for the Department of Agriculture (United States Forest Service), Department of Energy (Western Area Power Administration), and tribal entities, particularly the Pascua Yaqui Tribe and Navajo Nation. Show less

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  SWCA Environmental Consultants

  Jul 2015 - Jan 2017

  As the Cultural Resources Team Lead in SWCA's Portland office, I led and oversaw the development of the cultural resources program in Portland, managing cultural resources staff and cultural resources projects throughout Oregon and southwest Washington. I oversaw the professional development of cultural resources staff members, mentoring them through management of diverse projects. In this role, I continued to manage projects, in addition to assisting agencies and landowners through the compliance process at the federal, state, and municipal levels. Show less As a Senior Archaeologist and Project Manager at SWCA, I led the continued development of the cultural resources program in Portland, as well as overseeing a variety of cultural resources projects in the area. I managed multiple projects simultaneously, creating budgets and scopes of work, writing proposals, conducting a variety of fieldwork including overseeing and managing crew, and wrote technical and synthetic reports. I also assisted agencies and other landowners through the compliance process at the federal, state, and municipal levels. Show less

  • Cultural Resources Team Lead

    Feb 2016 - Jan 2017

  • Senior Archaeologist and Project Manager

    Jul 2015 - Jan 2016
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  EPG Environmental Planning Group, LLC

  Jan 2017 - now

  Pacific Northwest Cultural Resources Program Director

  In my capacity as the Pacific Northwest Cultural Resources Program Director I was charged with the development and growth of EPG's new and growing cultural resources program in Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Alaska. I was responsible for business development, project management, development of cultural resources staff members, and collaboration with EPG's other service line leads. My familiarity with federal, state, and municipal law allowed me to provide clients with sound guidance through regulatory processes, ensuring the successful completion of cultural resource compliance to meet project goals and schedules. Show less

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  Contractor (Flux Resources, LLC) for Bonneville Power Administration

  Apr 2018 - now

  Archaeologist

  As an archaeologist for the Bonneville Power Administration, I oversee project compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, both for improvements and changes to BPA's transmission infrastructure and as part of BPA's Fish and Wildlife program.

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  Bonneville Power Administration

  Apr 2021 - now

  As the Special Emphasis Program Manager for the Federal Women's Program at Bonneville Power Administration, I assist BPA in the elimination of employment discrimination and help assure full participation of women in all facets of BPA employment. My focus is on the identification and elimination of employment barriers specific to women. This is a collateral duty position requiring up to 20 percent of my time during my two year appointment.

  • Archaeologist

    Sept 2019 - now

  • Special Emphasis Program Manager, Federal Womens Program

    Apr 2021 - Feb 2023