Archaeologist/Cultural Resource Specialist

VHB•Rutland, VT

23d•$60,000 - $80,000•Hybrid

About The Position

VHB’s growing Vermont team is actively seeking an Archaeologist/Cultural Resources Specialist to join our regional Environmental Services Group. The position would serve as the technical lead for archaeology and cultural resource projects in Vermont and the surrounding region. This hire would be a core member of our growing cultural resource practice in the New England region. This position reports to the Vermont team with the option to sit in other New England VHB offices or potential for remote work from another New England state, with anticipated travel for project work and meetings. We are looking for a sharp, creative problem solver who is passionate about archaeological and historical properties. By working closely with our engineers, designers, planners, and clients, VHB strives to preserve and protect our shared cultural heritage across more than 30 offices along the East Coast.

Requirements

Familiarity working with NEPA, ARPA, NHPA, NAGPRA, and New England state environmental compliance laws is strongly preferred.
Familiarity with and experience conducting archaeological fieldwork in accordance with the Vermont Division for Historic Preservation’s 2017 Guidelines for Conducting Archaeology in Vermont and applying the Environmental Predictive Model for Locating Pre-contact Archaeological Sites is strongly preferred.
Self-motivated with an attention to detail and the ability to think critically.
Must be able to work independently and as a part of project teams.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Experience in digital photography.
A Master’s Degree in anthropology, archaeology, or a closely related field required.
Must meet the Secretary of the Interior (SOI) professional standards for archaeology.
A member of the Register of Professional Archaeologists (RPA), or has the credentials necessary for enrollment.
3-5+years of professional experience in archeology and/or cultural resource management.
Ability to conduct archaeology work in Vermont and complete archaeological survey in all New England states preferred.
Ability to travel to a location, walk/hike and conduct fieldwork for long hours, sometimes in inclement weather, rugged terrain, and ability to carry equipment and supplies. Must be able to carry field equipment weighing up to 40 pounds for extended periods.
Valid U.S. driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Northeastern American archaeology; knowledge of architectural styles, and periods of development is a plus.
Motivated to lead and mentor others.

Responsibilities

Conduct, lead, author, and/or review Vermont Archaeological Resource Assessments (ARAs), Cultural Resource Assessment Surveys, and Archaeological Resource Identification Surveys at the Phase I, II, and III levels of investigation.
Conduct archival and historical background research.
Assess archaeological site integrity, significance, and National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) eligibility.
Assess proposed infrastructure improvement and/or construction projects and other engineering related impacts to identified cultural resources.
Prepare recommendations for the preservation, avoidance, and/or minimization of impacts to eligible or listed cultural resources.
Coordinate regulatory compliance efforts with federal, state, and municipal agencies.
Support other VHB departments and regional offices with archaeological and historic preservation planning, site history research, compliance with Vermont State regulations such as Act 250 and Section 248 of Title 30, as well as Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act.
Provide artifact analysis and assist in curation efforts.
Prepare field survey and maps for reporting using the ESRI suite of software.
Manage scope, schedule, and budget for cultural resource projects.
Review/respond to Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
Support and build client relationships.
Assist with mentoring and leading field, junior, and mid-level staff archaeologists.