Archaeologist

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

Geosyntec is seeking an experienced Archaeologist to support archaeological and cultural resource projects in Texas, Louisiana, and surrounding states. The role involves conducting Phase I, Phase II, and Phase III cultural resource surveys for linear corridor and large contiguous projects, as well as supporting permitting and compliance efforts for new developments, expansions, and operations and maintenance activities. Preferred candidates have experience as a Cultural Resources Principal Investigator in historic and prehistoric archaeology. The position includes identifying cultural resources for infrastructure permitting; preparing National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents; authoring and reviewing Cultural Resource Management (CRM) reports and field documentation; coordinating with state and federal resource agencies; managing and curating data and finds; conducting archaeological site inspections and monitoring, including deep testing; supporting business development; and preparing technical documents and environmental permit applications. Fieldwork and overnight travel may each account for up to 30% of the role. The position is available through offices in Austin, Dallas, or Houston, Texas; Baton Rouge or New Orleans, Louisiana; Phoenix or Tucson, Arizona; Pensacola or Tallahassee, Florida; Detroit, Michigan; Albuquerque, New Mexico; Raleigh, North Carolina; Portland, Oregon; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Salt Lake City, Utah; Memphis, Tennessee; Milwaukee, Wisconsin; or Atlanta, Georgia. Geosyntec describes itself as an international engineering and consulting firm serving private- and public-sector clients and offers competitive pay, benefits, and well-being programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in archaeology, anthropology, or a related field.
Ability to meet the Secretary of the Interior’s standards, 36 CFR, Part 61.
At least 7 years of experience in Cultural Resource Management (CRM), or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience with primary report authorship in a CRM context, including quality control review of field documents, site forms, and reports.
Experience conducting Phase I, Phase II, and Phase III cultural resource surveys for linear corridor and large contiguous projects.
Experience preparing proposals for various types of private- and public-sector clients.
Ability to work independently for 40 or more hours per week, sometimes on an unpredictable schedule.
Demonstrated ability to hold and complete a Texas Antiquities Permit as a Principal Investigator.
Excellent writing and communication skills.
Valid U.S. driver’s license and satisfactory driving record for business travel.
Health and safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing may be required.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in archaeology, anthropology, or a related field.
Experience as a Cultural Resources Principal Investigator in historic and prehistoric archaeology.
Solid understanding of the Texas Antiquities Code, National Historic Preservation Act, National Environmental Policy Act compliance, Department of the Interior requirements, and standards.

Responsibilities

Identify cultural resources to support environmental permitting of infrastructure projects.
Prepare environmental documents for NEPA compliance, including environmental resource reports, Environmental Assessments, and Environmental Impact Statements.
Provide primary report authorship in a CRM context and perform quality control review of field documents, site forms, and reports.
Coordinate with state and federal resource agencies regarding historic resources.
Manage and curate data following field assessments.
Conduct archaeological site inspections and monitoring, including deep testing.
Participate in business development.
Curate finds and documents as required.
Prepare technical documents and environmental permit applications.