Archaeologist (Remote)

Environmental
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. Jacobs is looking for an Associate (Mid-Level) Archaeologist to work on a variety of projects in the Pacific Northwest and throughout the United States. This position involves providing desktop and field-based cultural resources support for planning, engineering, and construction services to government, military, and commercial clients. The archaeologist career path provides the opportunity to work on projects that require compliance with the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), Archaeological Resources Protection Act (ARPA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Native American Graves Repatriation and Protection Act (NAGPRA), and other federal, state, and local cultural resource regulations.

As an Associate (Mid-Level) Archaeologist, you’ll serve as a key team member working with scientists, engineers, project managers, and other project staff across business sectors and practices in the company. You’ll conduct archival research and background record reviews; provide archaeological background and analysis; coordinate, oversee, and conduct archaeological fieldwork, including Phases I-III studies and archaeological monitoring; analyze project impacts as part of Section 106 and other regulations; You’ll analyze and interpret data; develop archaeological treatment plans and agreement documents; and evaluate eligibility of resources for listing in the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) and state registers. You’ll also provide support to, and work with, senior-level cultural resources staff on a variety of projects and support clients during agency and tribal consultation.
You’ll use best practices and knowledge of how to get projects done to solve complex problems and perform excellent work and deliverables. Serve as a task and/or field lead for small to medium sized projects
Coordinate directly with GIS and technical editors for project completion
Serve as lead author for small to medium sized project reports
Develop fieldwork plans and Health, Safety, and Environment Plans
Prepare fieldwork permit applications
preparing, ordering, and packing gear) and demobilization (e.g., Direct the field crew in implementing plans
Contribute to strategic planning and problem solving on a wide range of issues
Mentor more junior staff and crew members
Prepare materials for meetings and consultation (e.g., Master’s degree in Archaeology or a related field

• Meet Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualifications Standards for Archaeology
• Knowledge of historic preservation laws and policies, including NEPA, NHPA, ARPA, and NAGPRA
• Must be capable of walking for long periods of time over unfamiliar terrain, excavating shovel tests and test units, screening soil, and carrying field equipment
• Must be willing and able to travel frequently and for long periods of time, as needed
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience working in the consulting environment and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and be responsive to both internal and external clients
• A Registered Professional Archaeologist designation
• Experience completing cultural resources studies for infrastructure, transportation, electrical transmission, renewable energy, federal agencies, and/or remediation projects
• Some experience doing archaeological projects in Alaska

Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.
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