Senior Archaeologist

Geosyntec Consultants•Austin, TX

38d•Hybrid

About The Position

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Archaeologist. In this role, you will apply your academic knowledge and practical experience to assist in executing archeological projects in Texas, Louisiana, and surrounding states. You will conduct Phase I, Phase II, and Phase III cultural resource surveys for linear corridor and large contiguous projects and support permitting and compliance projects for new developments, expansions, and operation and maintenance activities. Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

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 8 years of experience in Cultural Resource Management (CRM); or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience with Primary report authorship in a CRM context providing 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 clients in the private and public sectors.
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 a satisfactory driving record for business travel.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in archaeology, anthropology, or a related field.
Solid understanding of Texas Antiquities Code, National Historic Preservation Act and National Environmental Policy Act compliance, Department of the Interior requirements, and standards.
Experience as a Cultural Resources Principal Investigator in historic and prehistoric archaeology.

Responsibilities

Identifying cultural resources to support the environmental permitting of infrastructure projects
Preparing environmental documents for compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) including, environmental resource reports, Environmental Assessments (EA), and Environmental Impact Statements (EIS)
Providing Primary report authorship in a Cultural Resource Management (CRM) context for quality control review of field documents, site forms and reports
Coordinating with state and Federal resource agencies related to historic resources
Data management and curation post field assessment
Conducting archaeological site inspections and monitoring, including deep testing
Business development
Curating finds and documents as required
Preparing a variety of technical documents and environmental permit applications