Cultural Resources Archaeologist – Field & Report Lead

Greatriv; Missouri; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel statewide

Fieldwork opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

Greatriv seeks a Cultural Resources Specialist/Archaeologist to lead and manage cultural resource investigations in Missouri for federally funded or permitted projects. You will scope, fieldwork, analyze, and report findings while coordinating with federal, state, and local agencies to ensure compliance with NHPA Section 106, NEPA, and Missouri SHPO standards.

The role involves arch/archaeology surveys, archival research, report preparation, and collaboration with agencies like FHWA, USACE,

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate degree in archaeology, anthropology, architectural history, art history, historic preservation, or closely related field.
• OR Bachelor's degree in an applicable field plus at least two years of full-time professional experience (for architectural history/history).
• Experience: Minimum one year of full-time professional experience or equivalent training in archaeological or historic/architectural research, administration, or resource management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and/or assist Phase I–III cultural resource investigations (archaeological and architectural surveys).
• Conduct background/archival research using state site files, NHPR data, and previous surveys.
• Identify, record, and evaluate prehistoric and historic resources per 36 CFR Part 800 and Missouri SHPO guidelines.
• Prepare technical reports, eligibility determinations, and effect assessments per standards/guidelines.
• Coordinate with federal/state agencies (FHWA, USACE, NRCS, FEMA, MO DNR SHPO).
• Support Section 106 consultation and assist with MOA mitigation when needed.
• Manage field crews and ensure data QC, mapping, and artifact curation.
• Assist NEPA documentation and interdisciplinary environmental studies involving cultural resources.

Skills

ArcGIS

GPS data collection

Digital mapping tools

Microsoft Excel

Adobe

Outlook

Ten Key Proficient

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Graduate degree in archaeology or related field

Bachelor's degree + 2+ years professional experience (architectural history/history)

Tools

ArcGIS

GPS data collection devices

Digital mapping software

Job description

Greatriv seeks a Cultural Resources Specialist/Archaeologist to lead and manage cultural resource investigations in Missouri for federally funded or permitted projects. You will scope, fieldwork, analyze, and report findings while coordinating with federal, state, and local agencies to ensure compliance with NHPA Section 106, NEPA, and Missouri SHPO standards.

The role involves arch/archaeology surveys, archival research, report preparation, and collaboration with agencies like FHWA, USACE,