Project Archaeologist

Responsibilities

• Complete various types of reports, such as Management Summaries, Archaeological Resource Identification/Survey Reports at the Phase I, II, and III level of investigation, Assessment of Effects, historic contexts, etc., for a variety of clients in the transportation, energy, land development, and municipal sectors.
• Conduct research, field surveys, and data recovery initiatives to assist in the identification and evaluation of archaeological sites and complete project tasks within deadlines and budgets.
• Conduct Section 106 and/or due diligence assessments for infrastructure and energy projects, including fieldwork/survey, archaeological resource identification and evaluation, and project effects assessment.
• Evaluate field assessments, use background documentation, delineate site boundaries using GIS mapping, and conduct photography.
• Complete or assist with additional Section 106 tasks, including leading or assisting with consultation and project mitigation.
• Conduct artifact analysis and curation efforts.
• Manage the performance of individual projects and coordinate with a variety of colleagues, clients, agencies, and the public.
• Maintain effective and successful communication with project team, co-workers, and clients.
• Aid in business development and marketing efforts, focusing on the development of NV5’s archaeological practice in the Southeastern United States.

Qualifications

• Professional archaeological experience in NC required
• Master’s degree in anthropology, archaeology, or a closely related field
• Current standing member of the Register of Professional Archaeologists (RPA) or qualified archaeologist under the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualifications for Archaeology (36 Code of Federal Regulations, CFR Part 61)
• Experience with Microsoft Office and ArcGIS software
• Proficiency in utilizing GPS equipment to assist with site boundary delineations
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid driver’s license prior to employment

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience as an archaeological field director or project manager a plus
• Experience in Southeast U.S. a plus
• DOT and/or energy-related (FERC and/or Corps-regulated pipelines, transmission lines, etc.) experience a plus
• Experience in conducting Native American consultation a plus

Work Environment and Physical Demand

• When properly requested and when feasible (without undue hardship to the organization), reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
• Work will be in both field and office settings with some opportunities to be exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
• Fieldwork will involve long-term standing and frequent walking as well as include common hazards at project sites.
• Must be able to carry, lift and push/pull up to 30 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Must have the ability to see, smell, hear, talk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel and twist, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, sit, stand, and walk.
• As-needed weekend, overtime work, and overnight work and travel will be required.
• Travel will typically be in Southeastern U.S.
• Additional physical duties may be required as necessary.
• Office work will include working with fingers by picking, pinching, typing and grasping often with repetitive motion.
• Must have visual acuity for viewing a computer screen, the ability to talk, hear and sit for extended periods of time.

Pay

Competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

Schedule

As-needed weekend, overtime work, and overnight work and travel will be required. Travel will typically be in Southeastern U.S.