Senior Archaeologist

ICF; United States; Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible workplace arrangements

Donation matching

Tuition reimbursement

401k matching

Job summary

ICF seeks a Senior Archaeologist for our Northern California region, primarily Sacramento. The role covers historical research, fieldwork, report writing, and regulatory compliance under CEQA, NEPA, and NHPA.

The candidate will work across archaeology, built environment, tribal resources, and planning while handling project management and delivery of technical services. The ideal candidate will lead tasks, coordinate staff, and deliver high-quality results in transportation, water, energy, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology or related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in cultural resources management.
• Must have valid driver’s license and pass MVR check.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental compliance projects and manage client contact, budgets, schedules and subcontractors.
• Lead investigations to identify and evaluate resources for the NRHP/Cal. Register; develop management recommendations.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to solve problems with regulatory knowledge and field results.
• Support clients in achieving long-term objectives from planning to implementation and maintenance.

Skills

Project management

Fieldwork

Report writing

Regulatory knowledge

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Anthropology or Archaeology

Job description

ICF Seeks an experienced SeniorArchaeologist forourNorthernCaliforniaregionwith a focus on the Sacramento/San Joaquin Central Valley.This position is intended to be based in theSacramento, CA office, however it can be fully or partially remote, and applicants living throughoutnorthernCA are encouraged to apply. TheSenior Archaeologistshould be comfortable working across the primary disciplines thatcomprisecultural resources management (archaeology, builtenvironment, tribal resources, landscapes) and comfortably navigate between project management (scoping, staffing, progress reporting) and delivery of technical services (quality control, schedule, cost).

This position includesperforminghistorical research, fieldwork, and report writing forarchaeologystudiesand developing and implementing regulatory compliance solutions in support of our clients’ compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). Projects areanticipatedto focus on Transportation, Water, Energy, and Planning & Developmentclients.At ICF, you willwork with talented and passionate individuals andwillgrow with a firm that believes in nurturing talentto developlong-term career success.Our cultural resources team includes experts in architectural history, history, archaeology, GIS, data management, environmental regulations, and planning.

Whyyou will loveworking here:

• Quality of life: Flexible workplace arrangements, work-life balance

• Investment of the community: Donation matching, volunteer opportunities

• Investment in you: Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• And many, many more

What you will be doing:

• Work onprojects related to environmental compliance and cultural resource management, including client contact, task order management, budget control, invoicing, schedule, personnel allocation/planning, and subcontractor involvement

• Leadorparticipateininvestigations thatidentifyand evaluateresources for National Register of Historic Placesand/or the California Register of Historical Resources, assess project effects on resources, develop resource management recommendations, and provide support to address complex management challenges that requirea command oftechnicalandregulatory knowledge

• Collaborate in integrated teams of cultural resources specialists (archaeologists, historians, ethnographers, landscape historians,etc) to solve problems alongside natural resources scientists, planners, regulators, engineers, and other stakeholders

• Supportclients to achieve long-termobjectivesand efficiencies, from programmatic strategies and feasibility studies through implementation, operations, and maintenance

What You Will NeedToHave (Minimum Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s degree inAnthropology,Archaeologyor related field.

• 5+ years of professional experience in cultural resources management.

• Must have valid driver’s license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check.

WhatWe'dLike You to Have (Preferred Qualifications):

• RegisteredProfessional Archaeologist certification.

• Master’s degree inAnthropology,Archaeologyor related field.

• Thorough knowledgeofCEQA, NEPAand Section 106 regulatory requirements

• Experience obtainingconcurrenceNHPA Section 106 findingsand serving as archaeology lead forthe full cycle of CEQA review includingmeeting requirements for consideration of Tribal cultural resources (a.k.a. AB 52).

• Advanced knowledgenorthernCalifornianative American tribesandregionalcontexts.

• Strong fieldwork skillsincludingpedestrian and subsurface survey, testing and evaluation, anda workingknowledge of GPS.

• Qualifications and experience to be BLM-permittedas a Principal Investigator in California and Nevada.

• A background working with private and public sector clients and regulatory agencies.

Professional skills you will use:

• A desire toparticipatein andcontribute to a progressive work environment for employee development and career fulfillment

• A desire to excel and passion for rewarding work on complex environmental challenges in a team environment

• Excellent interpersonal skills and empathy

• Demonstrated ability to think strategically

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a multi-disciplinary environment

• Orientation toward fulfilling client objectives

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we're not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world’s toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.Together, our employees are empowered to share theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email [e-mail] and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) CoverageAct.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [e-mail]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$73,770.00 - $125,408.00

California Remote Office (CA99)