Archaeologist II

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The Archaeologist II will oversee Phase I, II, and III archaeological field efforts and manage a crew of archaeological field technicians. The Archaeologist II will provide support to cultural resource projects throughout the New England and Mid-Atlantic regions and the greater US, as available. Travel will be a requirement of the position. The Project Archaeologist will have knowledge of basic field excavation techniques, the ability to identify Precontact and Historical artifacts, understand site and feature formation processes, be able to properly fill out and quality check field and laboratory forms, and be able to draw accurate profiles and plan views, and be able to direct others in these efforts. They will oversee and perform excavation of STPs, test units, and features, as well as mapping and documentation.  The Project Archaeologist is expected to be able to keep field journals and write up field results.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assist in scoping of archaeological projects and utilize GIS, site records, and other data to identify locations where sites can occur.
• Keep records and maintain the relevant State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) documentation pertaining to the cultural resources
• Provides regulatory compliance support for Federal, state, municipal and commercial clients
• Serves as Archaeological Supervisor and has experience in directing field crews under the guidance of the Principal Investigator including scheduling work and making individual or team assignments and leading the instruction of others in use of equipment, technology, and field methods. May have the ability to serve as Principal Investigator, based on level of experience and project complexity.
• Supports all phases of archaeological investigation and regulatory compliance.
• Collects information and makes judgements through observation, interviews, and the review of documents.
• Writes archaeological reports and prepares archaeological site forms and makes decisions about project alternatives, NRHP evaluation, and effects on historic properties in collaboration with the Principal Investigator.
• Works with the technical field, lab, and office staff, managers and administrative staff to ensure that projects meet AECOM quality standards.
• Performs manual labor including excavation with shovels and moving wheelbarrows filled with dirt.
• Has the ability to perform bending, kneeing, standing and lifting and carrying objects weighing 50 lbs. and have the tolerance on various terrain in a wide range of weather conditions.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a related discipline +2 years of related experience in archaeological fieldwork and analysis or demonstrated equivalent combination of education, skills, knowledge, abilities, and experience.
• Must have successfully completed an accredited archaeological field school. 
• Valid Driver’s License and as a condition of employment must be able to pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records review.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Meets the Secretary of the Interior Professional Qualification Standards for Archaeology.
• MA or MS in Anthropology or related field.
• Completion of a university-based archaeological field school.
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience (e.g., Archaeological Supervisor/Field Director.
• Demonstrated experience using GPS units, Total Stations, GIS (e.g., ESRI products), and graphical illustration software (e.g., Adobe).
• Demonstrated experience writing technical reports and papers.

• Must be willing to travel and conduct fieldwork throughout the New England and Mid-Atlantic regions.
• Relocation is not available for this position
• Sponsorship is not available for this position

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