King County (Water & Land Resources) Archaeologist (PPMIII)

Washington Archaeology; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

King County's Water & Land Resources Division seeks an Archaeologist (Project/Program Manager III) to help protect cultural resources while advancing watershed planning and restoration initiatives.

The role involves research, surveys, tribal consultation, regulatory compliance, and coordinating with project teams, tribes, and resource agencies to integrate findings into design and permitting, helping protect resources while improving watershed health.

Qualifications

• Master's degree as specified in the posting.
• Two years of full-time professional archaeology experience, including fieldwork and office tasks.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal historic preservation regulations.
• Working knowledge of GIS software and related procedures.
• Strong oral and written communication abilities.
• Experience with cross-cultural engagement and environmental justice principles.

Responsibilities

• Identify and protect cultural resources through research, surveys and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with project teams, tribes and agencies to integrate findings into design and permitting.
• Monitor construction for compliance and protect archaeological resources.
• Provide staff training and support across divisions.
• Engage with stakeholders to ensure consistent cultural resource protection.

Skills

Effective communication

Cross-cultural sensitivity

Environmental justice knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Archaeology/Anthropology/Cultural Resource Management

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

Job description

• King County (Water & Land Resources) Archaeologist (PPMIII)

King County (Water & Land Resources) Archaeologist (PPMIII)

Come join our dynamic team leading innovative watershed planning & restoration efforts! The Capital Delivery/Management & Support Section of the Water and Land Resources Division is seeking an Archaeologist (Project/Program Manager III) to help our division protect and preserve cultural and historic resources while advancing projects and initiatives that improve water quality, restore and reconnect salmon habitat and help reduce flood hazards in our community.

The Archaeologist supports capital projects by identifying and protecting cultural resources through research, surveys, tribal consultation, and regulatory compliance. They integrate findings into design and permitting, monitor construction, manage consultant work, provide staff training, and coordinate countywide processes to ensure consistent, effective cultural resource protection. In this role, they will work closely with Capital Project teams, project sponsors, the KC Historic Preservation Program, tribes and resource agencies to help identify and protect cultural resources while restoring watershed health throughout the county.

Application deadline: July 5th, 2026.

At minimum, you will need:

• A Master's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or Cultural Resource Management in accordance with Secretary of Interior standard for professional archaeologists.
• Two (2) years of full-time professional work experience as an archeologist performing office and field work, including experience with and understanding the cultural and historical aspects of Native American Tribes of the Northwest.
• Knowledge of relevant local, state, and federal regulations, standards, and procedures related to historic preservation and cultural resource management.
• Knowledge of Geographic Information System (GIS) development and implementation, including Environmental Systems Research Institute programs like ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and similar software.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms.
• Demonstrated understanding of and experience working in situations requiring cross-cultural sensitivity and centering racial equity, social justice principles, and environmental justice.

Protecting and preserving Washington's
archaeological resources since 1981.