Cultural Resources & Archaeology - Senior Level

Nimitta Works; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Nimitta Works in Tucson, AZ seeks an experienced Cultural Resources and Archaeology professional to lead archaeological investigations and manage cultural resource compliance projects in the Southwestern U.S. The role is full-time with compensation based on experience.

Ideal candidate has a Master’s degree and 10+ years of archaeological experience, with strong Section 106/110 knowledge and willingness to travel as required. U.S. citizenship is required for project work.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required in Archaeology, Anthropology, History, or related discipline.
• 10+ years of relevant archaeological/cultural resources experience.
• Experience supervising field crews and managing projects.
• Strong knowledge of Section 106/110 and Southwest permitting requirements.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license; willingness to travel, including occasional overnight stays.
• U.S. citizenship required due to project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead field investigations (surveys, testing, monitoring, data recovery).
• Manage cultural resource projects from planning through completion.
• Prepare technical reports, research designs, and resource management documentation.
• Ensure compliance with NEPA/NHPA and Section 106/110.
• Coordinate with federal/state agencies and project stakeholders.
• Supervise and mentor field personnel.
• Support proposals, budgets, and scheduling.
• Conduct archival research and GIS-related documentation.

Skills

Field supervision

Project management

NEPA/NHPA compliance

Stakeholder coordination

Technical reporting

Education

Master's degree in Archaeology/Anthropology/History

Tools

ArcGIS

GPS equipment

Digital field-data collection

Job description

Nimitta Works | Full-Time | Competitive compensation, based on experience

We’re seeking an experienced Cultural Resources and Archaeology professional to lead archaeological investigations and manage cultural resource compliance projects in Tucson, AZ, with a focus on the Southwestern U.S.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead field investigations (surveys, testing, monitoring, data recovery)
• Manage cultural resource projects from planning through completion
• Prepare technical reports, research designs, and resource management documentation
• Ensure compliance with NEPA/NHPA and Section 106/110
• Coordinate with federal/state agencies and project stakeholders
• Supervise and mentor field personnel
• Support proposals, budgets, and scheduling
• Conduct archival research and GIS-related documentation

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, History, or related discipline
• 10+ years of relevant archaeological/cultural resources experience
• Experience supervising field crews and managing projects
• Strong knowledge of Section 106/110 and Southwest permitting requirements
• Valid U.S. driver’s license; willingness to travel, including occasional overnight stays
• U.S. citizenship required due to project requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in AZ, NM, TX, or CA
• Professional archaeological registration or equivalent credentials
• Experience with tribal consultation and stakeholder coordination
• Proficiency with ArcGIS, GPS equipment, and digital field-data collection
• Specialized knowledge (lithics, ceramics, faunal analysis, or historical archaeology)