Archeologist

Ducks Unlimited • Jackson, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

In a developmental capacity, the incumbent assists in researching archaeological databases and other records systems to identify potential sites; assists in determining locations of major cultural resources in different environments and in adapting methodologies to address each. Assists in investigating proposed projects on State, tribal, and private lands to meet NRCS policy in compliance with State and Federal laws and assists in developing technical cultural resource sections of contracts, environmental and agreement documents, and other instruments of agency intent in the State. Incumbent prepares reports of findings and recommendations for NRCS and other agencies as requested. Attends regular staff meetings. Maintains accurate daily records of time distribution and work accomplishments and summarizes this information each pay period. Performs other related duties as assigned. The incumbent will be expected to travel extensively to conduct multi-day field investigations. Will usually be in overnight traveling status over 11 days a month. Significant time will be dedicated to working with field office staff to develop conservation plans.

Requirements

• A master’s degree in Archaeology or Anthropology.
• Relevant experience as a principal investigator.
• CRM project management experience.
• 3 plus years of relevant field and report writing experience.
• Quality communication skills, both written and oral.
• Demonstrated ability to support projects in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Must be able to pass all pre-hire screenings.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state motor vehicle operator’s license for the type of vehicle(s) operated.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience encompassing time in field, laboratory, and office.
• Expertise in state and federal laws and guidelines governing cultural resources management.
• Knowledge and support of equal opportunity and civil rights policies.
• Exceptional organizational and record keeping skills.
• Ability to manage multiple archaeological projects concurrently.
• Ability to satisfy client requirements and maintain professional and company standards and ethics.
• Ability to assure bias free written and oral communications.
• Respecting and valuing differences of other employees and clients.
• Experience with a broad range of cultural resource projects.
• Performing duties in a supportive manner of a safe and healthy work environment.
• Exercising caution and maintaining all safety requirements when exposed to dangerous objects, chemicals, and extreme temperatures.
• Preparing for career advancement opportunities.

Nice To Haves

• Meeting the Secretary of the Interior’s professional qualifications standards for archaeology.
• Being an RPA or eligible to become an RPA.

Responsibilities

• Researching archaeological databases and other records systems to identify potential sites.
• Determining locations of major cultural resources in different environments and adapting methodologies.
• Investigating proposed projects on State, tribal, and private lands to meet NRCS policy in compliance with State and Federal laws.
• Developing technical cultural resource sections of contracts, environmental and agreement documents, and other instruments of agency intent.
• Preparing reports of findings and recommendations for NRCS and other agencies.
• Attending regular staff meetings.
• Maintaining accurate daily records of time distribution and work accomplishments.
• Summarizing time and accomplishment information each pay period.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.
• Traveling extensively to conduct multi-day field investigations.
• Being in overnight traveling status over 11 days a month.
• Working with field office staff to develop conservation plans.

Benefits

• Comprehensive group medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance, including spouse and dependent coverage.
• Three weeks paid vacation.
• Paid sick leave.
• Ten paid holidays.
• 401(k) plan (including partial employer match).
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

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