Principal Archaeologist

NV5, Inc.; Albuquerque, Northern (NM, KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

NV5 is seeking a full-time Principal Archaeologist/Investigator for Cultural Resources Management work in New Mexico. The successful candidate must be listed on or eligible for listing as a Principal Investigator on the NM SHPO Directory of Qualified Supervisory Personnel.

The role will involve leading Section 106 studies, field surveys, artifact analysis, and data recovery for diverse clients. You will manage multiple projects, coordinate with agencies and the public, and contribute to NV5’s

Qualifications

• Professional archaeological experience in New Mexico required.
• Master’s degree in anthropology, archaeology, or a closely related field.
• RPA certification or eligibility; eligible to be listed as Principal Investigator on NM SHPO Directory.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Section 106 and/or due diligence assessments for infrastructure and energy projects, including fieldwork, resource identification and evaluation, and effects assessment.
• Lead or assist with consultation and mitigation tasks, and develop data recovery plans as needed.
• Conduct artifact analysis and curation efforts.
• Prepare avoidance/minimization measures for preservation of National Register resources.
• Manage project performance and coordinate with clients, agencies, and the public.
• Maintain communication with project teams and contribute to business development.
• Assist in marketing NV5’s archaeological practice in the southwestern and southeastern United States.

Skills

New Mexico experience

Valid driver's license

Project management

Education

Master's degree in anthropology/archaeology

RPA eligible

Tools

ArcGIS

Microsoft Office

GPS usage

Job description

Overview

NV5 is seeking a full-time Principal Archaeologist/Investigator for Cultural Resources Management work in New Mexico. The successful candidate will report to NV5’s Cultural Resource Program in Alpharetta, Georgia; however, the position has location flexibility and remote work may be possible dependent on candidate experience and qualifications. New Mexico experience is required: the successful candidate must be listed on or eligible for listing as a Principal Investigator on the New Mexico State Historic Preservation Office’s SHPO Directory of Qualified Supervisory Personnel.

This position will complete various types of reports, such as Management Summaries, Archaeological Resource Identification/Survey Reports at the Phase I, II, and III level of investigation, Assessment of Effects, historic contexts, etc., for a variety of clients in the transportation, energy, land development, and municipal sectors. The archaeologist will conduct research, field surveys, and data recovery initiatives to assist in the identification and evaluation of archaeological sites and will complete project tasks within deadlines and budgets. The Project Archaeologist reports to the Senior Archaeologist (Principal Investigator).

The successful candidate with be listed on or eligible for listing as a Principal Investigator on the New Mexico State Historic Preservation Office’s SHPO Directory of Qualified Supervisory Personnel.

Responsibilities

The most frequent and essential work activities include:

• Conduct Section 106 and/or due diligence assessments for infrastructure and energy projects, as required, including fieldwork/survey, archaeological resource identification and evaluation, and project effects assessment. Evaluations would include field assessments, use of background documentation (i.e. property records and archival research, county surveys, maps, site files, context studies, etc.), delineation of site boundaries using GIS mapping, and photography.
• Complete or assist with additional Section 106 tasks, including leading or assisting with consultation (i.e. supporting project consulting parties’ meetings or public meetings, etc.) and project mitigation (i.e. developing data recovery plans and undertaking data recovery efforts, etc.).
• Conduct artifact analysis and curation efforts.
• Complete other archaeology-related tasks as needed; other tasks could include preparation of proposed avoidance and/or minimization measures for the continued preservation of National Register-listed or eligible archaeological resources.
• Manage the performance of individual projects and coordinate with a variety of colleagues, clients, agencies, and the public.
• Maintain effective and successful communication with project team, co-workers, and clients.
• Assist in business development and marketing efforts, focusing on the development of NV5’s archaeological practice in the southwestern and southeastern United States.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Professional archaeological experience in New Mexico required
• Master’s degree in anthropology, archaeology, or a closely related field
• Current standing or eligibility for Register of Professional Archaeologists (RPA) or qualified archaeologist under the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualifications for Archaeology (36 Code of Federal Regulations, CFR Part 61
• Listed on or eligible for listing as a Principal Investigator on the New Mexico State Historic Preservation Office’s SHPO Directory of Qualified Supervisory Personnel.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Be eligible for and able to respond to federal and state permitting requirements
• Experience as an archaeological field director or project manager a plus

Preferred knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Experience with Microsoft Office and ArcGIS software
• Proficiency in utilization of GPS equipment to assist with site boundary delineations
• Experience as an archaeological field director or project manager a plus
• Experience in U.S. regions beyond New Mexico a plus
• DOT and/or energy-related (FERC and/or Corps-regulated pipelines, transmission lines, etc.) experience a plus
• Experience in conducting Native American consultation a plus

Work environment and physical demands of this position

The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. When properly requested and when feasible (without undue hardship to the organization), reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Work will be in both field and office settings with some opportunities to be exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
• Fieldwork will involve long-term standing and frequent walking as well as include common hazards at project sites.
• Must be able to carry, lift and push/pull up to 30 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Must have the ability to see, smell, hear, talk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel and twist, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, sit, stand, and walk.
• As-needed weekend, overtime work, and overnight work and travel will be required. Travel will typically be in southwestern and southeastern U.S.
• Additional physical duties may be required as necessary.
• Office work will include working with fingers by picking, pinching, typing and grasping often with repetitive motion.
• Must have visual acuity for viewing a computer screen, the ability to talk, hear and sit for extended periods of time.

The pay range for this position is $ per year. Base pay offered may be higher or lower depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location of the candidate. Restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

All local employment laws apply. Base pay information is based on market location.

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.