Archaeologist 2

State of Louisiana • Baton Rouge, LA

26d • Onsite

About The Position

This full-time, in-office position is located at the Capitol Annex Building in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The Archaeologist 2 serves as an MHPA Section 106 reviewer focused on archaeology and evaluates Section 106 submissions to fulfill the State Historic Preservation Office’s responsibilities under the National Historic Preservation Act. The role does not include fieldwork or curation duties; the posting also states that it does not include outreach duties, though the listed duties mention assisting with outreach activities as assigned by the State Archaeologist.

The position supports archaeological review and recordkeeping, including maintaining the Division’s GIS and Section 106 databases, coordinating document submissions and reviews, and providing responses and technical comments. Projects are to be reviewed within 30 days of submission. The employee reports in-office and may be required to work evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime, and travel.

Minimum qualifications are a bachelor’s degree in anthropology, archaeology, maritime studies, geography, history, or heritage resources plus one year of experience as an archaeologist; or a master’s degree in one of those fields. Compensation depends on experience and certification.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in anthropology, archaeology, maritime studies, geography, history, or heritage resources, plus one year of experience as an archaeologist; or a master’s degree in one of those fields.
• Knowledge of archaeological field and survey methodology.
• Ability to report in-office at the Capitol Annex Building in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA).
• Knowledge of Microsoft 365.
• Knowledge of GIS.

Responsibilities

• Work with the State Archaeologist to maintain, upgrade, and edit the Division’s Geographic Information System as necessary.
• Input and edit archaeologically surveyed areas in GIS.
• Maintain the Section 106 database, including compiling and organizing data submissions, consulting with clients and agencies to ensure correct document submission, coordinating with in-house staff for timely reviews, and ensuring responses are logged and sent on schedule.
• Log Section 106 reports into the Division’s databases and assign report numbers.
• Review projects for impacts on archaeological resources and provide responses to applicants.
• Work with the State Archaeologist to ensure projects are reviewed within 30 days of submission.
• Review marine archaeological surveys and provide technical comments and concurrence on findings and recommendations.
• Assist with outreach activities and perform other duties as assigned by the State Archaeologist.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level