Principal Archaeologist

Geosyntec Consultants•Austin, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Geosyntec is hiring an experienced Principal Archaeologist for its Austin or Houston, Texas office. The position applies academic knowledge and practical experience to archaeological projects in Texas, Louisiana, and surrounding states. The archaeologist will conduct Phase I, Phase II, and Phase III cultural resource surveys for linear corridor and large contiguous projects and support permitting and compliance work for new developments, expansions, and operation and maintenance activities. Candidates with experience as a Cultural Resources Principal Investigator in historic and prehistoric archaeology are preferred. The role includes identifying cultural resources for infrastructure permitting; preparing environmental documents for National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance; authoring and quality-controlling Cultural Resource Management (CRM) reports and field documentation; coordinating with state and Federal resource agencies; and managing and curating data, finds, and documents. Duties also include archaeological inspections and monitoring, including deep testing, business development, and preparing technical documents and environmental permit applications. Fieldwork and overnight travel may each be up to 30%.

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 10 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.
15 or more years of experience in Cultural Resource Management (CRM).
Experience as a Cultural Resources Principal Investigator in historic and prehistoric archaeology.
Solid understanding of the Texas Antiquities Code, National Historic Preservation Act and National Environmental Policy Act compliance, and Department of the Interior requirements and standards.

Responsibilities

Identify cultural resources to support environmental permitting of infrastructure projects.
Prepare environmental documents for National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance, including environmental resource reports, Environmental Assessments (EA), and Environmental Impact Statements (EIS).
Provide primary report authorship in a Cultural Resource Management (CRM) context and conduct quality control review of field documents, site forms, and reports.
Coordinate with state and Federal resource agencies related to historic resources.
Manage and curate data following field assessment.
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.
Conduct fieldwork and travel overnight as needed, each up to 30%.