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ARCHAEOLOGIST POSITION (Environmental Analyst III)

The Maryland State Highway Administration is seeking to fill a senior level archaeologist position in their Baltimore, Maryland office. The position will be a full time, state position with benefits.

Description: The archaeologist will be responsible for overseeing numerous transportation related projects which will require archaeological investigations. Specifically, the position ensures compliance with state and federal cultural resources laws and regulations by planning, supervising, and conducting archaeological surveys and/or managing the work of consultants. The archaeologist plans and directs the identification, evaluation, and treatment of archeological resources. This includes approving, managing, and implementing the following efforts: evaluations of project effects; developing means to minimize and mitigate adverse effects; and coordinating projects with review agencies. The position also coordinates with other state offices to provide technical assistance as described above; directs and implements preparation of schedules, budgets, and scopes; plans, implements, and directs technical investigations; prepares and directs preparation of correspondence, reports, and Treatment Plans; prepares Agreement Documents for the Administrator’s signature; and coordinates with state and federal review agencies to obtain approval for highway projects.

In addition to clearing transportation projects, the archaeologist will be encouraged to participate in the state highway administration's public outreach program which currently includes research of 18th and 19th century slave owning plantations, African American sites, and initiatives to celebrate the bicentennial of the War of 1812. Participation in professional conferences and publications are encouraged and supported. No overnight travel will be required.

Requirements: The applicant must possess a graduate degree in anthropology or other related field and have at least two years of experience in cultural resource management. Experience in cultural resource management, invoicing, composition of proposals, and budgeting at the project level is desired.

Salary and Benefits: Salary will range between $50,000 and $70,000 per year. Benefits include vacation, sick leave, equipment stipend, health insurance, retirement, and parking allowance. Employment will be with Maryland Environmental Services and will be a position that is renewed on an annual basis.

Closing Date: Open until filled.

The application is advertised through the Maryland Environmental Service which can be found at: http://www.menv.com/career_300548.shtml Please apply through this link.

The Oregon Department of Transportation Archaeology/Cultural Resources Program is expanding once again. They are currently looking for a new archaeologist to work out of their Region 3 (Roseburg/White City) Office. Here is the link to the job announcement:
http://www.odotjobs.com/CustomEmployment.asp?SectionID=ALL&JobID=23812

S&ME, Inc., a rapidly growing, full-service engineering, environmental and cultural resource firm, has an immediate opening for a full-time permanent Project Archaeologist in their Columbia, South Carolina office. Minimally, applicants must have at least six months of supervisory experience in CRM, possess a master’s degree or above in archaeology or closely related discipline, and meet the Secretary of the Interior’s standards for this position. Starting salary range is $32,000 - $42,000 annually, depending on prior experience and skills. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package with health/dental insurance, 401K plan, Employee Stock Ownership Plan, bonuses, vacation, and sick leave. Successful applicants are expected to relocate to the Columbia area.

Please forward resumes to:

William Green, M.A., R.P.A

Principal Archaeologist/Cultural Resources Department Manager
S&ME, Inc.
134 Suber Road,
Columbia, SC 29210
Ph: 803-561-9024.
Fax: 803-561-9177.
Email: bgreen@smeinc.com
E-mail inquiries are encouraged.

EOE M/F/V/D

JFNew is seeking an Archaeological Field Director for its Walkerton, IN office. Responsibilities include conducting background research, directing archaeological fieldwork, laboratory analysis, writing reports and coordinating with other JFNew staff.

Qualifications include an M.A. in anthropology/archaeology or related field or sufficient experience to meet Indiana guidelines as a Field Director. Responsibilities include ensuring the quality of data, fieldwork, and paperwork. Applicants must have experience leading field crews in Midwest archaeological contexts. Familiarity with Section 106, NEPA, and other cultural resource regulations also required. Technical experience operating a GPS receiver and/or a Total Station and managing GIS data a plus.

Qualified applicants should exhibit good leadership qualities, strong technical skills, good communication skills, and feel comfortable making tactical decisions in the field.

For additional details and to submit an application please visit our website at www.jfnew.com.

This position is a regular full-time position. Salary is dependant on qualifications and is negotiable. Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, 401K, Workers Compensation, Medical/Personal Leave, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Educational Reimbursement, Paid Parental Leave for Male and Female, Tenure Recognition & Awards, Spot Bonus, Quarterly Reviews and Paid Professional Dues.

JFNew is an Equal Opportunity Employer

J. Ryan Duddleson
Principal Investigator
JFNew
708 Roosevelt Road
Walkerton, Indiana 46574
Phone: 574-586-3400
Fax: 574-586-3446
rduddleson@jfnew.com
www.jfnew.com