Archaeologist I

BDO USA, P.C.

2h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Archaeologist I serves as part of an environmental team working on BDO’s Government Services projects/programs that support states, counties, and municipalities in navigating complex, often overlapping environmental regulations and requirements governing federal funding. Specifically, this position supports Section 106 component of environmental reviews associated with federally funded projects. The incumbent focuses on desktop analysis to support consultation with State Historic Preservation Offices (SHPOs), Native American Tribal Organizations, and other stakeholders in compliance with the National Historic Preservation Act and 36 CFR Part 800. The role is primarily office-based and does not involve regular fieldwork; however, infrequent fieldwork and travel may be required. The Archaeologist I will collaborate with senior cultural resources staff and interdisciplinary project teams to support timely, accurate, and compliant delivery of environmental reviews across multiple projects and jurisdictions, contributing to successful client outcomes while developing technical and regulatory expertise.

Requirements

Master’s degree as required by the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualifications Standards (PQS) for Archaeology (SOI-qualified)

Nice To Haves

One (1) to three (3) years of relevant professional experience in archaeology, cultural resources management, or historic preservation
Experience supporting Section 106 compliance under the National Historic Preservation Act and 36 CFR Part 800
Experience preparing or contributing to desktop cultural resources or archaeological assessments, technical memoranda, or consultation documentation
Experience conducting records research and literature reviews, including use of cultural resources databases, GIS, historic maps and aerials, and prior survey reports and site documentation
Experience assisting with or supporting the production of consultation materials for State Historic Preservation Offices (SHPOs) and other consulting parties
Experience reviewing project plans, scopes, and maps to evaluate potential impacts to archaeological resources
Experience drafting clear, well organized technical documentation suitable for agency review
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and virtual collaboration tools
Familiarity with Southeastern U.S. archaeology
Occasional overnight travel to conduct field investigations, which may include shovel testing, photo documentation, and site assessments under the supervision of senior staff
Familiarity with identification of historic properties, assessment of effects, and supporting documentation for effects determinations
Ability to interpret and apply federal and state cultural resources regulations, policies, and guidance with direction from senior staff
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail with ability to produce high-quality, compliant documentation
Ability to manage assigned tasks across multiple concurrent projects and meet established deadlines
Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision
Learns quickly and adapts to new technologies
Self motivated, detail oriented, and capable of working independently while collaborating within a remote multidisciplinary team

Responsibilities

Performs desktop archaeological and cultural resources analyses to support compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) and 36 CFR Part 800
Conducts records research and literature reviews, including review of site files, previous surveys, historic maps, and cultural resources databases
Assists with identification of historic properties, assessment of effects, and documentation supporting effects determinations
Supports preparation of consultation materials for State Historic Preservation Offices (SHPOs), Tribal Historic Preservation Offices (THPOs), and other consulting parties
Coordinates with senior cultural resources staff to address agency comments and revises documentation as needed
Reviews project plans, maps, and scope information to evaluate potential impacts on archaeological resources
Maintains organized and complete project files as well as administrative records consistent with federal funding and audit requirements
Collaborates with remote interdisciplinary environmental review teams to ensure cultural resources compliance is integrated into broader NEPA/HUD environmental reviews
Tracks and meets assigned tasks and deadlines across multiple projects and supports timely delivery of client deliverables
Applies federal, state, and local cultural resources regulations and guidance under direction of senior staff
Participates in internal quality control reviews and implements feedback to improve documentation accuracy and consistency
Supports development and use of standard templates, forms, and procedures related to Section 106 compliance
Develops increasing independence in preparing cultural resources documentation while receiving technical guidance and oversight from senior staff
Other duties as required

Benefits

Flexibility and opportunities for advancement
Valued for your individuality
Culture centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits offerings
Annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock
Chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, with no employee contributions
Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients
Empowering team members to explore their full potential
Talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunities
Celebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirs
Focus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communities
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