Archaeologist

Snyder & Associates, Inc.; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Archaeologist to join their dynamic team in Ankeny. This exciting role offers flexibility in scheduling and the opportunity to lead various projects that involve cultural resource management and compliance. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of experience in archaeological consulting, strong project management skills, and a passion for fieldwork. You will engage with clients, prepare technical reports, and coordinate with various agencies, all while contributing to community improvement initiatives. If you are self-motivated and eager to make an impact, this position is for you.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Archaeology or related field required.
• 5+ years of archaeological consulting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare technical scopes of work and project budgets.
• Lead archaeological surveys and site recordation.
• Coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies.

Skills

Project Management

Technical Writing

Communication Skills

Field Work

Regulatory Knowledge

Education

Master's degree in Archaeology

Registered Professional Archaeologist

Tools

Microsoft Office

ArcGIS

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Overview

Snyder & Associates has an immediate opening for an archaeologist. This is a new position that offers the candidate flexibility to create their own daily schedule and develop the role within the team.

Projects, both local and non-local, will be coordinated from our Ankeny office and include tasks such as communication between team sectors, project planning, management, supervising cultural resource inventories, assisting with compliance of laws and regulations, and report writing and review. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and organized.

Responsibilities

1. Prepare technical scopes of work, project budgets, RFPs, and technical reports.
2. Assist with project management related to cultural resources investigations.
3. Lead archaeological surveys, site recordation, and excavations (evaluations and data recovery).
4. Prepare reports for Section 106 compliance and state regulations.
5. Coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies.
6. Assist with Native American coordination efforts.
7. Prepare NEPA cultural resources sections.
8. Engage with clients and participate in meetings.
9. Participate in trade organizations, conferences, and contribute technical papers.
10. This role includes field work; travel and overnight stays are required.

Qualifications

1. Master's degree or higher in Archaeology or a related field.
2. Registered Professional Archaeologist preferred.
3. At least 5 years of archaeological consulting or agency experience in the Midwest.
4. Proficient in Microsoft Office and ArcGIS.
5. Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience in technical documentation.
6. Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
7. Willingness to travel for short-term assignments.
8. Ready to perform field tasks and oversight.
9. Knowledge of federal and Midwestern US state cultural resources regulations.

Life at Snyder

Snyder & Associates is a growing regional civil engineering and planning firm with locations across the Midwest, committed to community improvement and client satisfaction. We value diversity and are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Learn more about us through our About Us video.