PROJECT -II ARCHAEOLOGIST

About the role

Broadbent & Associates, Inc. is seeking a Project-II Archaeologist for full-time, salaried employment in the Las Vegas Metro Area. This position is not seasonal and requires a mix of office and field skills.

Responsibilities

• Hiking in moderate terrain in populated and remote areas of the Great Basin and Southwest
• Communicating effectively with the field crew and office personnel
• Recording and evaluating cultural resources
• Participating in surveys, excavations, and monitoring projects
• Safely driving field vehicles in the backcountry
• Reading topographic maps for navigation in the field
• Collaborating with the larger cultural resources team in Reno and Denver
• Conducting field work and managing cultural resources projects in various regions

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a closely related field
• Qualify as a Crew Chief or Principal Investigator statewide in Arizona and Nevada for ARPA permits, CRUP, and state permits
• Experience implementing Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act
• Ability to traverse moderate mountain and desert terrain while carrying a 30-pound pack
• Five years of experience working in a consulting company, state agency, or federal agency
• Experience with data entry, producing site forms, and professional communication
• Experience writing professional reports for Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act

Qualifications

• Passion for helping clients navigate Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act
• Experience with ArcGIS/Database Specialist
• Knowledge of Broadbent's administrative staff and temporary/seasonal field staff

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including competitive pay, bonus potential, medical insurance, dental/vision insurance, Health Savings Account, a 401K plan with a company match, paid sick leave, paid holidays, and paid vacation

Pay

The annual salary is between $61,000 and $90,000 (based on 40-hour week), commensurate with education, training, and experience.

Schedule

Project hours are typically eight, 10-hour days in the field. Out-of-town fieldwork as required.

Contact

Contact Margo Memmott, Associate Archaeologist at mmemmott@broadbentinc.com

Broadbent is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace.