Senior Archaeologist 2026-02321

State of Wyoming; Wyoming; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Flexible schedules

Meaningful work

Job summary

State of Wyoming is seeking a Senior Archaeologist primarily based at Camp Guernsey to manage day-to-day prehistoric and historic operations, ensuring NHPA compliance. You will supervise seasonal crews, coordinate field surveys, testing, and excavations, and collaborate with SHPO and tribal offices.

The role involves data analysis, report writing, budget assistance, and outreach to partners, with a focus on maintaining secure field logistics and providing leadership across projects.

Qualifications

• Two years of demonstrated field archaeology experience as a field crew chief with site recording and reporting.
• Knowledge of NHPA requirements and cultural resources management.
• Experience supervising seasonal staff and coordinating with contractors.

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day cultural resource fieldwork and Camp Guernsey projects.
• Plan surveys, testing, excavation, and site monitoring; coordinate logistics.
• Prepare technical reports and maintain documentation and databases.
• Provide training and supervision to seasonal staff and contractors.

Skills

Archaeology field methods

GPS/GIS

Field supervision

Team leadership

NHPA compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Archaeology

Master's degree preferred

Tools

GPS devices

GIS software

Field equipment management

Job description

Open Until Filled

General Description

This position serves as the Wyoming Military Department's Senior Archaeologist, primarily operating out of Camp Guernsey and reports to the Cultural Resources Manager (CRM). The primary duty of this position is to manage day-to-day prehistoric and historic operations at Camp Guernsey to ensure agency compliance with the National Historic Preservation Act (54 U.S.C SS 300101-307108: 36 CFR Part 800). Conducts archaeological fieldwork and report writing, to include survey, testing, site recordation and excavation as needed. Provides direction and management to seasonal staff, contracted and partnered field crews and provides training and coordination with Camp Guernsey staff and the public to further the agency’s mission and goals. Assists the CRM with consultations and coordination with the State Historic Preservation Office, Tribal Historic Preservation Offices, various Federal and State agencies, and public stakeholders in accordance with 36 CFR Part 800.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

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Human Resources Contact: Molly Skala / [e-mail]

Essential Functions

The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

• Coordinates with the CRM to prioritize and implement archaeological fieldwork on Camp Guernsey to support the Agency's Mission.
• Independently manages day-to-day cultural resource-related fieldwork and projects at Camp Guernsey and related logistics.
• Independently arrange for supplies, tools, equipment, and access; conduct archaeological surveys, site testing and/or excavations, field visits, assessments, and monitoring as needed for WYMD projects.
• Conduct library and archival research and analysis: using complex analysis and current scientific methods, analyze fieldwork data and write technical reports.
• Supervise seasonal AWECs: oversee the fieldwork of archaeological and historic contractors and consultants; review consultant reports and data; update appropriate WYMD databases; provide regular updates to the CRM on progress and issues.
• Implement the Site Protection Measures program at Camp Guernsey.
• Maintain protective measures including toppers, stakes, GPS/GIS documentation, and preparation of work orders.
• Update and maintain documentation, photos, GPS/GIS, maps, and notes of sites annually and report any issues to the CRM.
• Conduct troop support, monitoring, and education.
• Conduct military unit field exercise coordination; assist range operations in placing units outside of environmental restriction areas.
• Monitor and report damage to cultural sites resulting from training.
• Provide Inadvertent Discovery Plan Briefing to contractors.
• Assist in the development of the budget for the purchase of equipment and materials, production of toppers and recruitment of seasonal employees.
• Assist with outreach efforts to include the preparation of project scoping materials for WYMD Camp Guernsey projects which involve outside governmental agencies including SHPO, the Bureau of Land Management, and Native American Tribes.

Preferences

Preference will be given to a candidate holding a Master's Degree.

Knowledge

• Two years of demonstrated experience conducting archaeological fieldwork as a field crew chief including recording sites, site testing and excavation, field supervision and writing technical reports/site forms/documents; GPS use; GIS use; Off-Road driving,
• Knowledge of military training impacts on cultural resources.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Archaeology)

Experience:

1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Archaeology) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Archaeologist I

OR

Education & ExperienceSubstitution:

4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Archaeology) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Archaeologist I

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Physical Working Conditions

• Requires strenuous physical activity, including periods of standing, squatting, walking, climbing, hiking, lifting, and carrying heavy objects.
• Incumbent must be able to hike carrying a backpack of up to 50 lbs.
• Some activities will occur in physically dangerous and potentially hazardous areas or settings where situational awareness is critical, including steep slopes, rocky and uneven terrain, fire lines, near heavy maneuvering military equipment, and near live fire training ranges.
• Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in all types of weather.
• Research work will involve long periods of sitting, typing, and reading.

Notes

• FLSA: Non-Exempt

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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Human Resource Contact: Molly Skala / [e-mail]