Archaeologist Houston, TX

Archaeologist  Houston, TX

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 Experience level: Mid-senior Experience required: 4 Years Education level: Master’s degree Job function: Engineering Industry: Civil Engineering Compensation: View salary Total position: 1 Relocation assistance: Limited assistance Visa sponsorship eligibility: No
After an initial training period, a hybrid work schedule is available.
This position is not eligible for employer-based sponsorship with the exception of the TN visa classification. 
Position Summary: 

Responsible for scheduling, managing, and conducting Phase I-III fieldwork, lab analysis, and research associated with archaeological projects. Responsible for writing all, or portions of, archaeological reports at the direction of the Senior Archaeologist. The qualified candidate for this position will assist JMT Senior Archaeologists during Phase I-III field work throughout the country, with a focus on Texas and adjacent states.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Conducts archaeological field work with the ability to identify artifacts and determine the presence of archaeological sites
Collects data during archaeological investigations
Analyses historic and pre-historic artifacts
Documents methodologies and findings of research and archaeological investigations
Reviews and writes archaeological reports and/or prepares archaeological site forms
Assists in making decisions about project alternatives and the resolution of adverse effects to archaeological resources
Prepares artifacts and project records for curation
Works with technical field, lab and office staff, managers and administrative staff to ensure that projects meet JMT and professional quality standards
Required Skills

Strong written and oral communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and Excel
Required Experience

Master’s Degree from an accredited school in anthropology, archaeology, or a closely related field
Must meet the Secretary of the Interior’s Qualification Standards for Archaeologists
4+ years of experience, including at least one year of supervisory experience
Regional experience in historic and/or prehistoric archaeology
Demonstrated skills and supervisory experience in Phase I-III fieldwork
Must be able to provide a writing sample from either a thesis, dissertation, or archaeological report
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Preferred Experience

Registered Professional Archaeologist
Familiarity with ArcGISPro, Field Maps, Google Earth, and/or other GIS programs
Experience obtaining a Texas Antiquities Permit
Significant lab and curation experience
MUST HAVE:

Master’s Degree from an accredited school in anthropology, archaeology, or a closely related field.
Must meet the Secretary of the Interior’s Qualification Standards for Archaeologists.
4+ years of experience, including at least one year of supervisory experience.
Regional experience in historic and/or prehistoric archaeology.
Demonstrated skills and supervisory experience in Phase I-III fieldwork.
Must be able to provide a writing sample from either a thesis, dissertation, or archaeological report.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.