Senior Archaeologist [Remote]

Senior Archeologist

Job Summary

The Environmental and Cultural Resources Team at Vantage Point Solutions is looking for an SOI-qualified archeologist to assist with projects in both the office and in the field. The applicant must have strong writing skills and should be familiar with the National Environmental Protection Act and National Historic Preservation Act/Section 106 requirements for different project types. Successful applicants will have previous experience planning and leading archeological projects in multiple states for multiple agencies, be willing to work in a team to complete other permitting projects, be able to multi-task, and be a strong communicator.

VPS specializes in telecommunications, broadband, and power engineering projects in more than 45 states. However, the ES Team takes on projects of all shapes and sizes throughout the United States for additional clients.

This posting is fully remote for someone based in the Southwest United States.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and right-of-way specialists for environmental and cultural resource concerns
• Coordinate with federal and state agencies on current permitting requirements
• Writing and preparation of archeological proposals, Phase I/Class I reports, and providing technical professional opinions for project planning
• Organize and plan Phase III/Class III field projects of various sizes, in multiple states
• Manage/train junior staff

Qualifications and Skills

• Master's degree or higher in one of the following fields (or related field): archeology, anthropology, historic preservation
• 1+ years of experience in cultural resource management
• Experience with federal or state permitting for cultural resources, specifically in the states of Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, Nevada, and Utah, required.
• Valid US Driver's license, clean driving record
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision
• Ability to be in the field/travel mandatory (60% office/40% field on average, more during summer months/field season)

Compensation and Benefits

Vantage Point is offering full-time positions with benefits and contract positions for these openings. The benefits for full-time positions are as follow:

• Wages $33-38 pr/hour depending on experience
• Per diem (no receipts) when away from office/home base
• Health Insurance
• Overtime and Bonus Potential
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Company car available

About Vantage Point Solutions

Vantage Point Solutions is a customer-focused, technology-driven engineering and consulting firm serving broadband, power, and telecommunications industries nationwide. VPS partners with clients to deliver innovative, reliable, and efficient infrastructure solutions that drive business growth and community impact.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Vantage Point Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.