Cultural/GIS Specialist

Tessera; Hinesville (GA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

11 holidays + vacation time

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Tessera is seeking a Cultural/GIS Specialist to support Phase I inventories and NRHP evaluations at Fort Stewart, GA. The role emphasizes GIS data management, regulatory compliance, and coordination with tribal and military partners.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in Anthropology/Archaeology and strong GIS and GPS capabilities, with a commitment to safety and collaboration in a federal environment. Excellent benefits accompany full-time employment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of Anthropology/Archaeology experience required.
• GIS mapping and GPS data collection skills preferred.
• Knowledge of NEPA/NHPA/ARPA and historic preservation regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead Phase I inventories and Phase II NRHP evaluations.
• Review federal undertakings for impacts on archaeological resources and prepare NEPA documentation.
• Maintain CRM GIS spatial data layers per SDSFIE standards.
• Monitor NRHP-eligible sites and install protective signage.
• Assist with tribal consultations and historical information packets.

Skills

GIS mapping

GPS data collection

Cultural resource databases

Education

8+ years Anthropology/Archaeology

Job description

Cultural/GIS Specialist

Location: Fort Stewart, GA

Type: Exempt

Work Schedule: Full-Time

Compensation: $76,000-$76,000

Benefits:

Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.

Full-Time benefits of a Cultural/GIS Specialist at Tessera include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Elective 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% employer discretionary contribution after 90-days of employment
• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
• 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave
• Potential shared earning bonus
• Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
• Verizon wireless discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

Tessera is dedicated to "Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities" by hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities as well as veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our purpose-driven culture, our core values - Inclusion, Partnerships, Integrity - and our commitment to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Tessera is seeking a expert and creative Cultural/GIS Specialist with a positive attitude.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Lead and execute Phase I archaeological inventories and Phase II National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) evaluations in accordance with the ICRMP and under the technical supervision of an SOI-qualified archaeologist.
• Conduct desktop reviews of federal undertakings to determine potential impacts on archaeological resources, prepare NEPA documentation, and maintain the internal NEPA/CRM Review Database.
• Maintain and update the installation's CRM GIS spatial data layers (including archaeological sites, survey boundaries, high-probability zones, cemeteries, historic features, and archival maps) in strict conformance with the Army's SDSFIE standards.
• Perform systematic monitoring of NRHP-eligible or indeterminate archaeological sites annually. Implement physical site protection measures including painting boundary trees, recording GPS datums, and installing Seibert stakes or protective signage.
• Assist in conducting archaeological field investigations of reported intentional or unintentional site damage, draft Archaeological Impact Summary Reports, and deliver ARPA briefings to units, civilian staff, and contractors.
• Logistically support government-to-government tribal consultation by drafting formal correspondence, managing and quarterly verifying the Tribal Contact Database, and archive all communications within five business days of receipt.
• Assist with compiling and producing historical information packets and maps for the bi-annual Cemetery Visitation program and lead brief historical discussions for visiting public members.
• Compile environmental metrics to support annual Army data calls, including internal/external Environmental Performance Assessment System (EPAS) audits and annual Environmental Quality Universal Information Portal (EQUIP) surveys.
• Assist the FS/HAAF CRM Curation Specialist with detailed, standard laboratory artifact analysis of all physical materials recovered during Phase I and Phase II archeological field investigations.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience in Anthropology with emphasis in Archaeology is required; specialized vocational, technical, or other formal training may be substituted in part for experience.
• Skills in GIS mapping, spatial analysis, GPS data collection, and management of cultural resource databases is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of federal cultural and environmental compliance requirements, including NEPA, NHPA, ARPA, and historic preservation regulations is highly sought.

Physical Requirements:

Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis.

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.
• Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required.
• Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.

Requirements:

• A valid state driver's license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera's insurance.
• Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act. Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id
• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.

Date Posted: 11/02/2026

Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act.

Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at [phone] or email [e-mail].

Tessera is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to "Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities" through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled - Tessera participates in E-Verify