Mid-Level Archaeologist

LAUKOA; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation and sick leave

Life and AD&D insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible work environment

Job summary

LAUKOA is seeking a Mid-level Archaeologist to join its cultural resources team in San Diego. The role partners with the Cultural Resources Program Manager to support client projects and ensure effective reporting and field support.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of archaeology experience, a BA/BS in anthropology or archaeology, and strong communication and organizational skills. Travel and background checks are required for project assignments.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Anthropology/Archaeology or closely related field required.
• At least 4 years of relevant archaeological experience or internships.
• Ability to identify historical and prehistoric artifacts and features.
• Strong written and verbal communication and organizational skills; experience recording and reporting is a plus.
• Detail-oriented with hands-on troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task, travel as needed, and work independently or with supervision.
• Familiarity with NHPA, NEPA, ARPA, and NAGPRA.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Able to pass federal and state background checks.

Responsibilities

• Support Cultural Resources staff with project management, including monitoring contracts.
• Author or co-author cultural resources reports.
• Supervise field staff and provide logistic support for monitoring projects.
• Review cultural resources reports and coordinate with senior staff.
• Assist business development and manage monthly invoices.
• Oversee projects in the cultural resources program, including budgeting and staffing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical ability

Multi-tasking

Travel flexibility

Education

B.A./B.S. in Anthropology, Archaeology or closely related field

M.A./M.S. in Anthropology, Archaeology or closely related field

Job description

Mid-Level Archaeologist

LAUKOA is seeking a Mid-level Archaeologist for the cultural resources team. The ideal candidate will work closely with Cultural Resources Program Manager to support the client.

Responsibilities:

• Support LAUKOA's Cultural Resources staff with project management, specifically the contracts we hold for cultural resources monitoring
• Author, or co-author cultural resources reports
• Supervise field staff
• Provide logistic support for monitoring projects
• Review of cultural resources reports
• Communication and coordination with LAUKOA's senior members
• Provide support with business development
• Manage projects within the cultural resources program which include
  • Preparation of monthly invoices
  • Communication with and oversight of monitoring staff
  • Logistics support
  • Budgetary oversight
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• B.A./B.S. in Anthropology, Archaeology or closely related field.
• 4+ years of relevant archaeological experience or professional internships.
• Ability to identify historical and prehistoric artifacts and features.
• Effective written/verbal communication and organization/analytical skills; experience recording/writing technical data and reports a plus.
• Detail-oriented and hands-on troubleshooting/problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility, travel, and work independently as well as with supervision.
• Familiarity with environmental regulations including but not limited to the NHPA, NEPA, ARPA and NAGPRA.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Able to pass a federal and state background check for project-based assignments.

Preferred Qualifications

• M.A./M.S. in Anthropology, Archaeology or closely related field.
• Experience providing cultural resources monitoring in California, Arizona, New Mexico and/or Texas
• Familiarity with Customs and Border Protections Border Barrier operations

This is a full time, salaried position

Salary - Starts at $70,000 annually

LAUKOA is an Equal Opportunity/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

LAUKOA offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.

LAUKOA gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.