Associate Or Senior Archaeologist

Dokken Engineering; Folsom, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with bonus

Full benefits package

401(k) + ESOP

Paid time off

Job summary

Dokken Engineering in Folsom, CA is seeking a cultural resources professional to lead field surveys, document sites, and draft CEQA/NEPA cultural reports for public projects.

Requirements include a BA/BS/MA in anthropology, archaeology, history, geoarchaeology, or CRM, 5+ years of cultural resource management experience, and strong knowledge of CEQA, NEPA, and Caltrans Section 106 processes. This is a full-time hybrid position with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in cultural resource management/archaeology, preferably in California.
• Completed archaeological field school.
• BA, BS, or MA in anthropology, archaeology, history, geoarchaeology, or CRM.
• Associate Position: 5–15 years; Senior Position: 10–20 years, CA preferred.
• Experience with: Archaeological Field Survey; Phase I testing; report writing; Native American consultation; archival research; GPS/GIS data collection.

Responsibilities

• Lead archaeological field surveys and prepare site documentation.
• Coordinate Native American consultation and regulatory coordination.
• Write cultural reports including Caltrans/Section 106 and CEQA/NEPA sections.
• Develop and implement mitigation and monitoring reporting programs.
• Work with clients, regulators, and subconsultants to avoid impacts.

Skills

Communication

Initiative

Critical thinking

Learning mindset

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Technical writing

Education

BA/BS/MA in anthropology/archaeology/related field

Tools

GPS/GIS data collection

Field survey equipment

Job description

Folsom, CA, USA Full Time Hybrid $80,000 - $130,000 per year

About the Role

Our Cultural Management Team offers specialized expertise to local, state, and federal agencies across California. We collaborate closely with clients and our internal engineering team to design projects that not only meet community needs but also minimize or avoid impacts to cultural resources. This approach ensures that we respect and preserve cultural heritage while delivering essential services. Achieving this balance requires creative thinking, strong collaboration, and input from a variety of disciplines.

Critical Traits & Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Driven and takes initiative
• Problem solver and strong critical thinking skills
• Curious with a desire to continuously learn
• Good attention todetail
• Effective technical writing and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Core Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct literature research and record searches
• Coordinate Native American consultation
• Lead archaeological field surveys and prepare site documentation
• Conduct archaeological excavation (testing and data recovery)
• Write cultural reports including, but not limited to, Caltrans-formatted cultural reports and other federal agency Section 106 formatted cultural reports, as the primary author
• Write the cultural sections of CEQA/NEPA environmental documents
• Work with clients, regulatory authorities, and subconsultants
• Assist with the development and implementation of mitigation and monitoring reporting programs
• Develop creative solutions to avoid impacts to cultural resources

We are seeking an individual with a minimum of 5 years’ experience who will be responsible for field surveys, recordation of archaeological resources, archival research, Native American Tribal Government consultation, resource evaluations, construction monitoring, and cultural report drafting needed to comply with both the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) regulations. Additionally, you will have:

• Completed an archaeological field school.
• Completed a BA, BS, or MA in anthropology, archaeology, history, geoarchaeology, or cultural resource management.
• Associate Position: 5-15 years of experience in cultural resource management/archaeology, preferably in California.
• Senior Position: 10-20 years of experience in cultural resource management/archaeology, preferably in California.
• Applicants must have substantial experience with:

• Archaeological Field Survey
• Extended Phase I Presence/Absence Testing
• Report Writing (primary or sole author)
• Native American Consultation
• Historical Groups Consultation
• Archival Research
• GPS/GIS data collection and mapping
• Strong understanding of CEQA, Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, and NEPA
• Experience with public works projects, transportation projects, and/or the Caltrans Section 106 process, is preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Will sit, stand or walk for the entire duration of aworkday
• Will use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a regular basis
• Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perceptionWork indoors and outdoors. Outdoor work can be in remote or urban environments
• Usually work near others, such as in a shared office space
• Occasionally wear protective gear, such as a hard hat
• Sometimes work in noisy or distracting workenvironments
• Occasionally travel to project sites by automobile, train, and/or airplane

FLSA Status: Full-Time Exempt

Competitive pay with bonus program

Exceptional medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs.

401(k) Profit Sharing Plan with generous company match and ESOP contributions

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Dokken Engineering is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. There shall be no discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, national origin, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, sexual orientation, military service, or political affiliation. We are an inclusive organization that actively promotes equality of opportunity for all, with the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based solely on individual merit.