Consultant, Archaeology (Mid - Level)

ERM is seeking highly motivated Consultant, Archaeologist to join our global consulting firm as part of our Cultural Resources Services team.

This is a full-time, salary position.

Applicants are preferred to be local to the Pacific Northwest offices in Seattle, Washington or Portland, Oregon, as well as be familiar with the relevant regional regulatory processes (i.e., federal, state, and municipal).  Pacific Northwest archaeological field experience is required.

Successful candidates must be flexible and responsive to a challenging and changing work environment where schedules and tasks fluctuate according to the needs of the projects and clients.

The successful candidate will provide technical assistance for archaeological desk and field studies for clients within the United States. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:  


* Conduct research and writing for cultural resource heritage components of Washington SEPA and Governor’s Executive Order 21-02 (formerly 05-05), NHPA Section 106, and NEPA documents for projects for private and government sector clients.


* Perform literature review, field reconnaissance, field surveys, and excavation for archaeological studies.


* Interact with various State Historic Preservation Offices, the Washington Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation, and access online cultural resource databases.


* Lead and supervise staff in an office setting and/or during fieldwork.


* Perform research and write technical reports.


* Provide technical consulting skills to support the growth of ERM’s business and client base in the area of archaeology and cultural heritage.


* Interact with other ERM practice areas to share multi-disciplinary resources and best practices across the country.

REQUIREMENTS:


* Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or closely related field of study.


* 2+ years of related professional experience.


* Knowledge of Great Basin, Northwest Coast, and Columbian Plateau culture areas.


* Demonstrated experience completing inventory, survey, testing, and/or data recovery.


* Experience authoring (primary or co-author) agency-reviewed technical reports.


* Must have strong attention to detail in documentation of work.


* Experience interacting with regulatory agency personnel.


* Excellent communication and computer skills.


* Demonstrated business development abilities.


* Ability to work within a team as well as independently.


* Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.


* Must be locally available for projects.


* Ability and willingness to frequently travel to field sites that will be located in and out of state.


* Must be able to walk long distances (up to ten miles per day) in varying terrain under adverse conditions, including inclement weather, wildlife encounters, and able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs., and able to excavate shovel tests.


* Must have a valid driver’s license and be abl...