Senior Archaeologist

Vantage Point Solutions•Rapid City, SD

17h•$30 - $35

About The Position

Staff Archeologist Job Summary The Environmental and Cultural Resources Team is looking for an SOI-qualified archeologist to assist with projects in both the office and in the field. The applicant must have strong writing skills and should be familiar with the National Environmental Projection Act and National Historic Preservation Act/Section 106 requirements for different project types. Successful applicants will have previous experience planning and leading archeological projects in multiple states for multiple agencies, be willing to work in a team to complete other permitting projects, be able to multi-task, and be a strong communicator. VPS specializes in telecommunications projects in more than 40 states. This position is based at the VPS Rapid City, South Dakota office, with travel around the United States.

Requirements

Master’s degree or higher in one of the following fields (or related field): archeology, anthropology, historic preservation
Experience with federal or state permitting for environmental and/or cultural resources required
Valid US Driver’s license, clean driving record
Strong organizational skills
Ability to work independently under minimal supervision
Ability to be in the field/travel mandatory (40% office/60% field on average, more during summer months/field season)

Responsibilities

Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and right-of-way specialists for environmental and cultural resource concerns
Coordinate with federal and state agencies on current permitting requirements
Writing and preparation of archeological proposals, Phase I/Class I reports, and providing technical professional opinions for project planning
Organize and plan Phase III/Class III field projects of various sizes, in multiple states