Archaeologist Houston, TX

Archaeologist Houston, TX

Archaeologist, Supervisor, Historic, Prehistoric Archeaology, Phase I-III fieldwork, Valid drivers license

 

Experience level: Mid-senior Experience required: 4 Years Education level: Masters degree Job function: Engineering Industry: Civil Engineering Compensation: View salary Total position: 1 Relocation assistance: Limited assistance Visa sponsorship eligibility: No

After an initial training period, a hybrid work schedule is available.

This position is not eligible for employer-based sponsorship with the exception of the TN visa classification.

Position Summary:

Responsible for scheduling, managing, and conducting Phase I-III fieldwork, lab analysis, and research associated with archaeological projects. Responsible for writing all, or portions of, archaeological reports at the direction of the Senior Archaeologist. The qualified candidate for this position will assist JMT Senior Archaeologists during Phase I-III field work throughout the country, with a focus on Texas and adjacent states.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Conducts archaeological field work with the ability to identify artifacts and determine the presence of archaeological sites

Collects data during archaeological investigations

Analyses historic and pre-historic artifacts

Documents methodologies and findings of research and archaeological investigations

Reviews and writes archaeological reports and/or prepares archaeological site forms

Assists in making decisions about project alternatives and the resolution of adverse effects to archaeological resources

Prepares artifacts and project records for curation

Works with technical field, lab and office staff, managers and administrative staff to ensure that projects meet JMT and professional quality standards

Required Skills

Strong written and oral communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and Excel

Required Experience

Masters Degree from an accredited school in anthropology, archaeology, or a closely related field

Must meet the Secretary of the Interiors Qualification Standards for Archaeologists

4+ years of experience, including at least one year of supervisory experience

Regional experience in historic and/or prehistoric archaeology

Demonstrated skills and supervisory experience in Phase I-III fieldwork

Must be able to provide a writing sample from either a thesis, dissertation, or archaeological report

Must possess a valid drivers license.

Preferred Experience

Registered Professional Archaeologist

Familiarity with ArcGISPro, Field Maps, Google Earth, and/or other GIS programs

Experience obtaining a Texas Antiquities Permit

Significant lab and curation experience

MUST HAVE:

Masters Degree from an accredited school in anthropology, archaeology, or a closely related field.

Must meet the Secretary of the Interiors Qualification Standards for Archaeologists.

4+ years of experience, including at least one year of supervisory experience.

Regional experience in historic and/or prehistoric archaeology.

Demonstrated skills and supervisory experience in Phase I-III fieldwork.

Must be able to provide a writing sample from either a thesis, dissertation, or archaeological report.

Must possess a valid drivers license.