Archaeologist 7/29/26

Azad Technology Partners; Portland, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 59,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Co-paid Medical

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Cafeteria Plan

Paid Sick Leave

401K Plan

Credit Union Membership

Referral Bonus

Job summary

AZAD Technology Partners seeks an Archaeologist and Cultural Resource Specialist to support the Historic Preservation program at the facility. You will coordinate with US Army Corps of Engineers, Bureau of Reclamation, tribes, SHPOs and land managers to address NHPA Section 106 compliance and to plan at least 16 meetings annually.

You will inventory and evaluate prehistoric and historic resources while balancing multiple projects.

Qualifications

• NHPA Section 106 knowledge and experience.
• Experience in archaeological field inventories and reporting.
• Driver's license or RealID required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with US Army Corps of Engineers, Bureau of Reclamation, tribes, SHPOs and land managers.
• Inventory and evaluate prehistoric and historic resources and prepare technical reports.
• Support compliance with NHPA Section 106 and manage multiple projects.

Skills

NHPA knowledge

Field inventories

Written technical reports

Driver's license / RealID

Education

Master's degree in Archaeology or related field

Bachelor's degree in Archaeology or related field

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

GPS technology

Job description

Join AZAD Technology Partners as an Archaeologist and function as a Cultural Resource Specialist, providing professional support and assistance to the Historic Preservation organization at the facility. This assignment will support the facility's Federal Columbia River Power System Cultural Resource Program, which requires substantial coordination between the facility and partner agencies (the US Army Corps of Engineers and the Bureau of Reclamation) to address cultural resources compliance pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, including attendance at and coordination of at least 16 meetings per year between , US Army Corps of Engineers, Reclamation, tribes, state historic preservation offices, and land managing agencies. The primary purpose of this assignment is to provide professional knowledge in the inventory, evaluation, protection and management of prehistoric and historic resources. This assignment will require the ability to balance and prioritize multiple assigned projects and interact with a wide variety of the facility internal personnel and management, as well as federal, state, and tribal officials and other interested parties.

This is a 2 year plus consultant position with high probability of long term and ongoing continued employment. This position is hybrid based in Portland, Oregon with onsite 2 days per week. The hourly pay rate for this position (which includes a health and welfare fringe benefit of $5.09) is between $35.31 and $43.59 depending on related qualifications and experience, as well as composition of selected compensation package.

The ideal candidate must possess the minimum qualifications:

• Master's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology or directly-related field is preferred.
• Bachelor of Arts or Science in Archaeology, Anthropology or directly-related field is required.
• With an applicable Bachelor's or Master's degree, 5 years' professional work experience or equivalent specialized training in archaeological research, administration or management is required.
• 6 months of supervised field and analytic experience in BPA's service territory (Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, California, Nevada, Wyoming).
• Working knowledge of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA); demonstrated experience with and/or knowledge of Section 106 of the NHPA.
• Extensive experience in conducting archaeological field inventories and producing written technical reports.
• Valid U.S. Driver's License or RealID is required.

Preferred Skills:

• Archaeological experience within the Columbia River and Snake River Basin.
• Knowledge of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
• Understanding of GIS, including a working knowledge of ArcGIS Pro, and GPS technology.
• Knowledge of reservoir impacts to historic properties, electrical transmission systems, and fish and wildlife mitigation programs.

AZAD is looking for bright, talented, flexible, and customer centric problem solvers who enjoy the challenges associated with solving the most complex problems by utilizing the most sophisticated technologies and strong people skills.

Founded and managed by technologists and engineers, AZAD is a leading provider of Consulting Services to Fortune 500 and innovative firms since 1992.

AZAD's model provides a unique employment experience that is career path focused, relationship based and dedicated to advocacy and retention with an average tenure of 9 years.

Our collaborative approach to support our clients, projects and supporting our employees' career paths are the keys to our success. Join AZAD's professional team and enhance your career by being engaged with some of the most interesting projects in the Pacific Northwest.

EXCELLENT EMPLOYEE BENEFITS including Co-paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Cafeteria Plan, Paid Sick Leave, 401K Plan, Credit Union Membership, and Referral Bonus.

U.S. Citizens only for Federal Clearance Requirement.

AZAD values diversity - in backgrounds and in experiences. Since our inception, we have witnessed how our diverse workforce has thrived while contributing to the increases in innovation and advancements in the client organizations we serve.

AZAD is committed to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and is striving to build an even more diverse, inclusive team that reflects the people and communities where we live and work.

AZAD, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that considers and employs qualified individuals based upon job related qualifications regardless of race, color, sex, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, national origin, age or any other status protected under applicable local, state or federal law. AZAD takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified employees and applicants who are disabled, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Armed Forces services medal veterans, and other protected veterans.

AZAD, Inc. is a Certified Minority Owned Business and OFCCP compliant.