Senior Staff Archaeologist

Job Summary

Responsible for leading and overseeing archaeological projects, including field surveys, excavations, data analysis, report writing, and client interaction, often with a focus on managing complex projects, complying with regulatory requirements, and oversight of other Staff Archaeologists and field technicians assigned to those projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement research designs for archaeological investigations.
• Lead field teams during surveys and excavations, ensuring proper documentation and data collection.
• Manage project budgets and timelines, assigning tasks to staff.
• Coordinate with clients, landowners, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to navigate project requirements.
• Conduct detailed archaeological analysis of artifacts and features, including identification, classification, and interpretation.
• Utilize advanced archaeological techniques such as GIS, remote sensing, and laboratory analysis.
• Stay current with latest archaeological methodologies and best practices.
• Prepare comprehensive archaeological reports, including site descriptions, analysis, interpretations, and recommendations.
• Present findings to clients, regulatory agencies, etc.
• Effectively communicate complex archaeological concepts to diverse audiences.
• Ensure projects adhere to all relevant cultural resource management regulations at the state and federal level.
• Navigate permitting processes for archaeological investigations.
• Work with tribal representatives and cultural monitors when necessary.
• Train and supervise junior archaeologists in field techniques, data recording, and report writing.
• Provide guidance and support to team members on technical aspects of archaeological research.
• Assists the Cultural Resources team with ongoing project and programs.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of work related experience
• Strong understanding of archaeological theory, methods, and cultural history
• Familiarity with relevant cultural resource management laws and regulations
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook; Internet research; Adobe Professional (list additional software requirements – software for data management and analysis)
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently
• Sound judgment capability and ability to maintain confidentiality

Benefits

• Full-time employment
• Company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave
• 401(k)/Roth with company match
• Paid time off including parental and military leave
• Employee referral and professional license bonuses
• Educational reimbursement
• Employee resource groups
• Flexible work schedules
• Extensive training
• Wellness programs
• Buddy and mentoring programs