Associate Archaeologist

Environmental Research Group•Richmond, VA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Environmental Research Group, LLC (ERG) is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Associate Archaeologist to support cultural resource management projects at Fort Lee. This full-time, on-site position is suited to early- to mid-career professionals interested in archaeology, fieldwork, and cultural heritage preservation. The role requires being on-site at Fort Lee five days per week, eight hours per day, and conducting fieldwork in variable terrain and weather conditions. The Associate Archaeologist conducts archaeological surveys, shovel testing, excavations, and construction monitoring under the supervision of senior staff. The position also includes documenting field observations, assisting with artifact processing and cataloging in field and laboratory settings, maintaining equipment and supplies, and collaborating with project teams while following ERG safety protocols and ethical standards. ERG describes itself as an environmental consulting company and a certified Service-Disabled-Veteran-Owned, Women Owned Small Business and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise. The stated annual salary range is $54,000 to $60,500, commensurate with experience. Bonuses may be offered for exceptional performance. Benefits include health insurance with an employer subsidy, eleven paid holidays, paid time off, a fitness stipend, and a 401(k) plan with an employer contribution regardless of employee contribution.

Requirements

Be SOI qualified, with at least a master's degree in a relevant program.
Be able to pass a federal government background check.
Be able to operate a company-provided 4WD motor vehicle on and off base.
Have field experience in CRM or academic settings and the ability to independently conduct archaeological fieldwork and monitor construction in varying terrain and inclement weather.
Be familiar with GPS units, field mapping, and basic artifact identification.
Be able to operate a GPS unit and use Trimble GPS Pathfinder Office and Terrasync.
Be able to work outdoors in variable weather and hike long distances while carrying field gear.
Be proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.
Have strong communication and teamwork skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with ArcGIS Pro.
Ability to identify prehistoric and historic artifacts of the Mid-Atlantic.
Working knowledge of soil identification.
Knowledge of Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA).
First Aid/CPR certification.

Responsibilities

Conduct archaeological field surveys, shovel testing, and excavation under the supervision of senior staff.
Be present on-site at Fort Lee five days per week, eight hours per day.
Document field observations with detailed notes, maps, and photographs.
Assist with artifact identification, processing, and cataloging in field and laboratory settings.
Follow ERG safety protocols and ethical standards during field activities.
Collaborate with diverse teams in field environments.
Maintain and organize field equipment and supplies.
Participate in pre-field briefings and post-field debriefs.
Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.
Independently conduct archaeological fieldwork and monitor construction.