Cultural Resources Specialist 2 (Part-time)

Cultural Resource Specialist II HDR is seeking a highly motivated Cultural Resource Specialist II to join our Cultural Resource team in Southern California. Responsibilities: Perform complex assignments, exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of standard science techniques and procedures for archaeological and historic structure projects. Make decisions on significant design and scientific procedures, taking responsibility for survey data compilation, assessment, analysis within historic contexts, historic context development, and report writing. Function as Technical Specialist, Field Supervisor or Project Manager on mid-size projects as needed; however, project management is not the sole focus of the position. Supervise a group of professionals and technicians as needed. Perform other duties as needed. Preferred Qualifications A minimum of 5 years of field experience in Southern California cultural resource management, including monitoring, survey, testing, and data recovery. Experience with lab analysis of precontact and historic-period cultural materials. Experience working in a supervisory position (field crew chief, lab manager) in Southern California cultural resource management. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Architectural History or closely related field. A minimum of 5 years experience in cultural resource projects. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite. Must demonstrate knowledge of and experience with project compliance-related activities including consultation, quality assurance and reviews. Willingness to work under varied weather conditions. Successful candidates must be familiar with field study design and documentation, regulatory framework for cultural resource management, and GIS utilities. An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must. We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position is $33–$50 per hour and depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Primary Location: United States – California – San Diego Other Locations: United States – California – Los Angeles Industry: Environment/Sciences Schedule: Part‑time Employee Status: Regular Business Class: Cultural Resources Job Posting: Apr 3, 2026 At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. (Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer: #J-18808-Ljbffr HDR