Andriana Means
Lakeside,CA
Summary
Dedicated Anthropologist with a passion for biological anthropology and archaeology. Brings a strong academic background and use of the scientific method and anthropological approach to the field. With experience working in both field and laboratory settings, is eager to apply knowledge and skills to new projects, and to contribute to the analysis, preservation and interpretation of various archaeological sites. With a strong work ethic and a commitment to collaboration, will be an excellent contribution to the team.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Archaeology Field Technician and Surveyor
Palomar College
01.2023 - Current
- Excavation of units for various historical and prehistorical sites in Southern California.
- Use of field techniques, instruments and tools, project analysis and reports, legal documentation and filing.
- Laboratory analysis of artifacts and preservation.
- Performed site recordation and land surveying.
- Archival research and artifact identification.
- Use and knowledge in GIS and other mapping sciences.
- Knowledge and understanding of CEQA, NEPA, The Antiquities Act, and NAGPRA.
Office Management
Hikers Construction
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Managing office services by ensuring office operations and procedures are organized and completed in timely manner.
- Provide direct administrative support as needed to other employees.
- Understanding of construction work, equipment, building codes and safety regulations.
- Managing construction and reconstruction jobs
Intern - Laboratory and Collections Management
San Diego Archaeological Center
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Handling public and federal artifact collections brought to the facility.
- Cleaning, cataloguing, organizing, and verifying various artifacts to ensure their preservation and proper storage.
- Maintaining accurate records of each artifact's intake.
- Facility inventory management and organization.
- Knowledgeable with museum collection and California history/prehistory.
Lead Contact Tracer
County Of San Diego Health & Human Services Agency
05.2020 - 05.2023
- Trace exposure of communicable diseases to individuals visiting and/or living within San Diego County area.
- Monitoring people for symptoms and further exposure
- Provide updated instructions, guidelines, resources, referrals and support to those affected by disease exposure.
- Entrusted to collect and record time sensitive and private medical information for data analysis and for further exposure/tracing needs of multiple diseases.
- Lead and manage team of twenty people and oversee cases and reports when completed or needs closure.
Education
Minor - Criminology
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Anthropology
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.2022
Skills
- Computer Proficiency
- Leadership Experience
- Problem-Solving Abilities
- Critical Thinking
- Knowledge of History and Prehistory
- Artifact Identification and Preservation
Certification
Palomar College
San Marcos, CA - 12/2023
Archaeological Field Technician
Palomar College
San Marcos, CA - 05/2024
Geographical Information Systems
Timeline
Archaeology Field Technician and Surveyor
Palomar College
01.2023 - Current
Intern - Laboratory and Collections Management
San Diego Archaeological Center
08.2022 - 07.2023
Office Management
Hikers Construction
05.2022 - 08.2023
Lead Contact Tracer
County Of San Diego Health & Human Services Agency
05.2020 - 05.2023
Minor - Criminology
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Science - Anthropology
Arizona State University