Senior Cultural Resources Technical Writer

System One; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

System One seeks a Cultural Resources Technical Writer to support a large federal infrastructure program. The candidate will independently develop, edit, and quality-check cultural resources deliverables while collaborating with field teams, GIS specialists, and project managers.

The role requires experience in archaeology, strong writing/editing skills, and familiarity with Section 106 and NEPA processes. Collaboration with SHPOs/THPOs and tribal reps is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in anthropology, archaeology, or closely related field.
• At least five years of cultural resource management experience in the western United States.
• Experience writing and editing cultural resources technical reports.
• Knowledge of Section 106, NEPA, and National Register eligibility evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review cultural resources work plans, reports, and monitoring documentation.
• Interpret archaeological field data for Section 106 and NEPA documentation.
• Assess resources and develop NRHP eligibility recommendations.
• Review field records and GIS data for accuracy and consistency.
• Coordinate with SHPOs, THPOs, and tribal representatives.
• Produce clear deliverables meeting client, agency, and project deadlines.

Skills

Technical writing

GIS analysis

Independent writing

Section 106/NEPA knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s in anthropology/archaeology

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Survey123

Field Maps

ArcGIS Pro

Job description

System One seeks a Cultural Resources Technical Writer to support a large federal infrastructure program. The candidate will independently develop, edit, and quality-check cultural resources deliverables while collaborating with field teams, GIS specialists, and project managers.

The role requires experience in archaeology, strong writing/editing skills, and familiarity with Section 106 and NEPA processes. Collaboration with SHPOs/THPOs and tribal reps is essential.