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 hybrid full-time, salary-based position based out of our Scottsdale, AZ office.

Applicants are preferred to live in Arizona and possess an understanding of the regional archaeology of the state.

Applicants working towards being permitted or who are already permitted on an Arizona Antiquities Act Permit are strongly encouraged to apply.

A successful candidate will be able to provide technical assistance during all phases of the project lifecycle and demonstrate strong communication, writing, and critical thinking skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES:  


* Complete online and in-person record searches in preparation field fieldwork


* Walk up to 8 hours each day with a backpack


* Lead field crews conducting pedestrian cultural resource inventories


* Supervise the recording of artifacts, features, and sites using a tablet and GPS


* Follow all field safety procedures and hold morning safety tailgates


* Evaluate project impacts to sites


* Maintain all field records, hard copy and digital


* Contribute to report writing


* Assist with managing report production to meet deadlines

REQUIREMENTS:


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


* 2+ years of related professional experience


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


* Experience contributing to technical reports


* Must have strong attention to detail in documentation of work


* Excellent communication and computer skills


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


* Knowledge of Arizona Archaeology


* Previous experience with mapping equipment and other special application equipment (e.g., tablets and GPS)


* Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite


* Must be available locally for projects


* Ability and willingness to 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 and archaeological units, including facing trenches.


* Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:


* Graduate degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or closely related field


* Registered Professional Archaeologist


* Ability to be listed on Arizona Antiquities Act Permit or working toward it


* Strong oral and written communication skills


* Detail oriented; resourceful


* Positive and ene...