Associate Archaeologist - Hybrid/Remote Field Lead

Jacobs; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a full-time, Associate (Mid-Level) Archaeologist to support projects across the western United States. The role combines desktop research, field-based cultural resources work, and compliance with NHPA, NEPA, ARPA, and NAGPRA for government, military, and commercial clients.

You will work with scientists, engineers, and project managers, conduct fieldwork (Phases I-III), write reports, review NRHP eligibility, and consult with agencies and tribal entities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Archaeology or related field.
• Meets the Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualifications Standards for Archaeology.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional archaeological fieldwork in the US West.
• Knowledge of NHPA, NEPA, ARPA, and NAGPRA regulations.
• Ability to travel frequently and for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Serve as task and/or field lead for small to medium projects.
• Coordinate directly with GIS and technical editors for project completion.
• Serve as lead author for small to medium sized project reports.
• Independently prepare resource forms.
• Develop fieldwork plans and Health, Safety, and Environment Plans.
• Prepare fieldwork permit applications.
• Mobilize and demobilize field gear and activities.
• Direct the field crew in implementing plans.
• Contribute to strategic planning and problem solving.
• Mentor junior staff and crew members.
• Contribute to business development, including scopes of work and budgets.
• Coordinate with cultural resources team for integration of sections.
• Prepare materials for meetings and consultations.
• Participate in client and regulator meetings.

Skills

Archaeology fieldwork

Written communication

Team collaboration

Project coordination

Education

Master's degree in Archaeology

Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualifications Standards for Archaeology

Tools

GPS technology

Microsoft Office

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a full-time, Associate (Mid-Level) Archaeologist to support projects across the western United States. The role combines desktop research, field-based cultural resources work, and compliance with NHPA, NEPA, ARPA, and NAGPRA for government, military, and commercial clients.

You will work with scientists, engineers, and project managers, conduct fieldwork (Phases I-III), write reports, review NRHP eligibility, and consult with agencies and tribal entities.