Cultural Resource Specialists/Archaeologists/Field Technicians

FRAME Technical Services, LLC; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

FRAME Technical Services, LLC is seeking qualified professionals to support cultural resources management and environmental compliance at the Hanford Site in southeastern Washington. The role focuses on archaeological investigations, surveys, monitoring, and regulatory documentation to protect cultural resources.

You will work with regulatory agencies, tribes, and project teams, applying GIS/GPS and field data collection techniques to deliver high-quality technical reports and records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in archaeology, anthropology, historic preservation, or related discipline.
• Experience with NHPA/Section 106/110 and NEPA regulations.
• Experience conducting cultural resource surveys, documentation, and site recordings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct archaeological pedestrian surveys, subsurface investigations, site evaluations, and cultural resources monitoring.
• Support NHPA/NEPA regulatory compliance and related documentation.
• Perform archaeological monitoring during construction and ground-disturbing activities.
• Identify, document, and evaluate archaeological and historic resources.
• Prepare field notes, reports, site records, and monitoring documents.
• Coordinate with project personnel, regulatory agencies, and Tribal representatives.

Skills

GIS/GPS proficiency

Field data collection

Technical writing

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Coordination with agencies/Tribal reps

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in archaeology or related discipline

Tools

ESRI ArcGIS Pro

ArcMap

Field Maps

Job description

FRAME Technical Services, LLC (FRAME) is seeking qualified and motivated professionals to support cultural resources management and environmental compliance activities at the Hanford Site in southeastern Washington.

FRAME is an SBA-certified HUBZone small business with extensive experience supporting U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) contractors. We take pride in providing high-quality technical services while fostering a collaborative, professional, and employee-focused work environment.

We are looking for individuals with experience in archaeology, cultural resources management, historic preservation, and regulatory compliance who are interested in joining a growing company and contributing to important environmental and cultural resource protection efforts.

Position Overview

Selected individuals will provide technical and field support for cultural resources management activities, including archaeological investigations, cultural resource surveys, construction monitoring, historic property evaluations, documentation, and regulatory compliance.

Personnel may support activities involving the identification, evaluation, documentation, monitoring, and protection of archaeological, historical, and culturally significant resources.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct archaeological pedestrian surveys, subsurface investigations, site evaluations, and cultural resources monitoring.
• Support cultural resources compliance activities associated with the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and other applicable federal and state regulations.
• Perform archaeological monitoring during construction, excavation, remediation, and other ground-disturbing activities.
• Identify, document, and evaluate archaeological and historic resources.
• Prepare field notes, technical reports, site records, monitoring reports, and other project documentation.
• Support National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) eligibility evaluations and historic property assessments.
• Coordinate with project personnel, regulatory agencies, and Tribal representatives, as appropriate.
• Utilize GPS, GIS, and other field data collection technologies.
• Assist with cultural resources data management, mapping, and records maintenance.
• Support project planning, scheduling, field coordination, and technical deliverables.
• Perform assigned activities in accordance with applicable safety, environmental, and quality requirements.

Desired Qualifications

Candidates should possess a combination of education, training, and relevant professional experience in one or more of the following disciplines:

• Archaeology
• Anthropology
• Cultural Resources Management
• Architectural History
• Historic Preservation
• Environmental or Natural Resource Management
• Related scientific or technical disciplines

Preferred qualifications include:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in archaeology, anthropology, historic preservation, or a related discipline.
• Experience performing cultural resources work for federal agencies, DOE contractors, or other government organizations.
• Familiarity with NHPA Section 106 and Section 110, NEPA, and applicable cultural resources regulations.
• Experience conducting archaeological surveys, excavation, construction monitoring, and site documentation.
• Knowledge of Pacific Northwest archaeology, cultural history, and Tribal resources.
• Experience preparing cultural resources technical reports and regulatory documentation.
• Proficiency with GIS/GPS applications, including ESRI ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap, or Field Maps.
• Experience working in industrial, construction, remediation, or environmentally sensitive settings.
• Strong communication, organizational, and technical writing skills.

Additional desirable credentials:

• Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA).
• Secretary of the Interior Professional Qualification Standards for Archaeology or Architectural History.
• Experience serving as a Principal Investigator, Field Director, Crew Chief, or Archaeological Monitor.
• HAZWOPER training.
• Previous Hanford Site or DOE complex experience.

FRAME Technical Services, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We will provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all employees and job applicants. All decisions regarding recruiting, hiring, promotion, assignment, training, termination, and other terms and conditions of employment will be made regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. FRAME Technical Services, LLC hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.