Senior Archaeologist - Remote

Overview

The Environmental and Cultural Resources Team at Vantage Point Solutions 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 Protection 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.

In Short

• 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
• Manage/train junior staff

Requirements

• Master’s degree or higher in one of the following fields (or related field): archeology, anthropology, historic preservation
• 1+ years of experience in cultural resource management
• Experience with federal or state permitting for environmental and/or cultural resources preferred
• 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 (60% office/40% field on average, more during summer months/field season)

Benefits

• This position offers $28-35 pr/hour depending on experience
• An attractive benefits package including per diem (no receipts) when away from office/home base
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
• 401(k)
• And more