Archaeologist job description

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Your Impact:

At Jacobs, you'll work for a company that strives to provide opportunities for employees to learn, grow and thrive. As an Archaeologist, you'll work on a variety of projects in the Northern California and throughout the United States. Your primary focus will be providing archaeological support on a large-scale electrical transmission project in Northern California. In addition, you will also provide desktop and field-based cultural resources support for planning, engineering, and construction services to government, military, and commercial clients in various locations. The Archaeologist career path provides the opportunity to work on projects that require compliance with the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and other federal, state, and local cultural resource regulations.

As an Archaeologist, you'll primarily complete Phase I surveys and construction monitoring, and serve as a key team member working with scientists, engineers, project managers, and other project staff across business sectors and practices in the company. You'll analyze and interpret data; write and review cultural resources technical reports and site forms; develop archaeological treatment plans and agreement documents; and evaluate eligibility of resources for listing in the NRHP and state registers. You'll also provide support to, and work with, senior-level cultural resources staff on a variety of projects and support clients during agency and tribal consultation.

Possible office locations: HYBRID, REMOTE, or OFFICE. Must be located in Lake County, Sonoma County, northern Bay Area, or Sacramento area

Here's What You'll Need:

* Bachelor's Degree in Anthropology
* Minimum of 5 years of professional archaeological fieldwork experience
* Must be capable of walking for long periods of time over unfamiliar terrain, excavating shovel tests and test units, screening soil, and carrying field equipment
* Must be willing and able to travel frequently and for long periods of time, as needed -
* Experience using GPS technology -
* Experience working with the northern California tribal groups. Ideally, You'll Also Have: - Experience working in the consulting environment and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and be responsive to both internal and external clients
* Experience completing cultural resources studies for infrastructure, electrical transmission, Bureau of Land Management, Caltrans, renewable energy, and/or remediation projects -
* Existing relationships with the tribal community.

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At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. With $13 billion in revenue and a talent force of more than 55,000, Jacobs provides a full spectrum of professional services including consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery for the government and private sector.

As-Needed Archaeologist responsibilities may include records searches and background research, field surveys, excavation (testing and data recovery), construction monitoring, lab work (cleaning, sorting, and cataloging artifacts), and assistance with report and Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) 523 form preparation. Candidates must be comfortable with strenuous hiking and working in remote/desert areas, sometimes for extended periods; be knowledgeable of the archaeology and culture history of southern California; be self-motivated and possess strong organizational, interpersonal, and verbal communication skills. Candidates must be willing to work independently and must have a positive attitude. Projects are located throughout southern California, especially San Diego, Riverside, San Bernardino, Orange, and Los Angeles counties.

Please provide a detailed resume or curriculum vita demonstrating your project experience and how you meet this position's requirements and additional skills.

HELIX offers competitive hourly rates based on experience and project-specific per diem.

HELIX is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and an inclusive work environment. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply regardless of gender, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service or veteran status. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs.

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Requirements:

Minimum Requirements for As-Needed Archaeologist:

• A minimum of one year of experience doing archaeological field surveys, excavation, or construction monitoring at an academic or professional level
• Must be currently enrolled in (or have previously completed) college-level classes in anthropology, archaeology, history of California, or closely related field, or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of the archaeology and cultural history of southern California
• Ability to identify artifacts and cultural features
• Possess a valid California Driver's License and 3 years clean driving record
• Ability to do strenuous hiking and work full days in remote/desert areas
• Demonstrate strong written/verbal communication skills

Additional skills considered a plus for Archaeologist:

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in anthropology, archaeology, history, or closely related field, or equivalent experience
• Experience in southern California archaeology highly preferred
• City of San Diego-qualified monitor
• Experience preparing DPR forms
• Experience with GPS equipment
• Willingness to travel and stay overnight
• Willingness to perform night work (projects starting at 5pm or later)
• HAZWOPER training/certification
• Railway/roadway safety training/certification

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About the Job

Dudek is seeking an archaeologist with 7+ years of experience in cultural resources management and a completed graduate degree with focus in archaeology. The archaeologist should have experience with survey, excavation, and preparation of technical reports and environmental document sections. Should have regional experience in regulations and current archaeological theory. Position is in our San Juan Capistrano, CA office although part-time remote work is an option.

Duties and Responsibilities

+ Will work under the direct supervision of Senior cultural staff, as well as in coordination with other cultural resources staff throughout Dudek

+ Would work from home and office in the Orange County or surrounding region

+ Primary fieldwork and reporting focus will be in the Orange County region, although incidental fieldwork and reporting for projects in other areas of California, Nevada, and other areas in the western United States may be required.

+ Anticipated to be primarily office work, multiple project coordination, and incidental fieldwork.

+ Expected to work for 40/hours each week

+ Should be able to complete relatively standard archaeological reports and fieldwork, start to finish, with limited oversight and review.

+ Should have a strong working understanding cultural resources management work and writing within CEQA and NHPA

+ Should work well with others, anticipate coordination of junior cultural staff, be capable of coordinating directly with PMs, and be receptive to Senior cultural staff QA/QC and oversight as a standard practice

Minimum Qualifications

+ BA, MA in progress or similar degree in Anthropology/Archaeology

+ 7 years in CRM completing fieldwork, reporting, and managing field staff.

Preferred Qualifications

+ BA or MA in Archaeology/Anthropology

+ 7 years minimum in CRM

+ No specific certifications required

+ Proactive, strong writing, communication, leadership, organization, and problem-solving skills.

+ General understanding of Word, Adobe Acrobat, Excel, and common GPS and desktop mapping platforms.

About Dudek

Dudek is a leading California-based environmental and engineering firm that helps public and private clients plan and implement reliable, effective, and compliant projects. Founded in 1980, Dudek is a stable company that has grown steadily to more than 600 professionals across the U.S., located primarily in offices in California, Hawai'i, and Oregon.

As an employee-owned company, Dudek's culture rewards smart, productive team members with professional and financial benefits. Our offices are designed to encourage collaboration, sustainability, and connectivity with the surrounding communities.

At Dudek, we need inclusivity to succeed and diversity to lead. We understand that the best problem solving happens when diverse viewpoints and experiences are applied. We recognize that different perspectives, inclusivity, and trust build a stronger culture and add value to our firm. We celebrate our differences and strive to make meaningful progress toward becoming a more diverse company.

Please visit www.dudek.com to learn more!

Dudek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

Protecting the health and safety of our communities is our highest priority. Please note that due to the federal government's recent Executive Order for federal contractors, Dudek has adopted a policy requiring all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to limited exemptions/accommodations based on medical conditions, sincerely held religious beliefs, or applicable state laws and regulations. In addition, a number of Dudek's clients have similarly issued requirements that any personnel working on their projects must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

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