Archaeologist

Responsibilities

• Independently manage and conduct archaeological resources assessments
• Lead archaeological resources surveys and portions of multi-disciplinary projects
• Manage archival research, resource documentation, and impacts analysis meeting NEPA/SEPA, Section 106, and Executive Order 21-02 requirements
• Serve as primary author of archaeological resource assessment reports
• Supervise small project teams and lead client meetings
• Prepare draft scopes of work and budgets for small and mid-size projects
• Collaborate with architectural historians, paleontologists, and other specialists

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in cultural resources surveys, testing, and data recovery
• Graduate degree in archaeology, geoarchaeology, or a closely related field
• SOI (Secretary of the Interior) qualifications
• Experience with WISAARD and OARRA records searches
• Proficiency in managing archaeological and tribal resources within regulatory frameworks
• Ability to perform physical fieldwork, including walking long distances and lifting 40 pounds
• Valid driver’s license and experience driving 4WD vehicles off-road
• Ability to work in various weather conditions and terrains

Preferred Qualifications

• GIS experience
• Knowledge and skillset to mentor junior staff members

About the Company

Environmental Science Associates (ESA) is a 100% employee-owned environmental consulting firm. We plan, design, permit, mitigate, and restore for projects across our communities, infrastructure systems, open spaces, and wildlands.