Associate Archaeologist

Environmental Research Group • Richmond, VA

10d • $54,000 - $60,500 • Onsite

About The Position

Environmental Research Group, LLC (ERG) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Archaeologist to support cultural resource management (CRM) projects at Fort Lee. This full-time, on-site position is suited to early- to mid-career professionals interested in archaeology, fieldwork, and preserving cultural heritage. The employee will work on-site at Fort Lee five days per week, eight hours per day, conducting archaeological fieldwork under senior staff supervision and assisting with field and laboratory artifact work.

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 be able 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 using 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 dynamic 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.

Benefits

• Health insurance with a generous employer subsidy.
• Eleven paid holidays.
• Paid time off.
• Fitness stipend.
• 401(k) plan with an employer contribution regardless of employee contribution.
• Bonuses may be offered for exceptional performance.

What This Job Offers

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