HISTORICAL ARCHAEOLOGIST

Locations: Any Æ office

Applied EarthWorks, Inc. has immediate openings for Historical Archaeologists. These are regular, full-time positions at the Associate and Senior levels. Ongoing projects are located throughout central and southern California.

Pay Range: $29 - $44/hour

Duties:

Historical Archaeologists have an interest in 19th and 20th century archaeological research issues and material culture. As part of the Historical Archaeology Program, they perform or assist in development and implementation of project research designs and treatment plans; supervise field and laboratory staff; author technical reports; maintain project schedules and budgets; and contribute to proposal preparation.

Skill Requirements:  

  • Experience performing investigations at historic period sites, performing archival research, preparing technical reports;

  • Experience in analysis of historical materials and use of Harris Matrix recording system. 

  • Knowledge of Federal regulations (e.g., NHPA, NEPA, ARPA) and familiarity with cultural resource laws including California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA);

  • Understanding of GIS/database integration and use of digital tools and processes in field and laboratory settings;

  • Reliability, strong written and oral communication skills; and strong work ethic.

    Senior Requirements

  • Conduct and direct research, analysis, and resource investigation;

  • Prepare, review, and ensure quality technical reports and documentation;

  • Proven supervisory experience of field projects, field staff, and project management on multiple sites; and

  • Ability to function as a leader and integral team member.

Education and Experience:

  • M.A. degree in history, historical archaeology, or related field required. Register of Professional Archaeologists (RPA) certification preferred.

  • Meets the Secretary of the Interior's (SOI’s) Professional Qualification Standards in architectural history.

  • Minimum of 3 years (Associate) or 7 years (Senior) of field supervisory or management experience in CRM.

  • Varied experience in some or all preferred: urban environments, military sites, homesteads, mining sites, or similar.

  • Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) certification preferred.

How to Apply:

Apply online.

Interested applicants may submit a letter of interest, resume/curriculum vitae, a technical writing sample and list of three professional references to Human Resources at info@appliedearthworks.com. Please reference “Historical Archaeologist” in the subject line. No phone calls please.

Salary Equity and Transparency - Æ is committed to salary equity and salary transparency for all employees.  We include good faith pay ranges in all advertised job postings to promote pay equity and transparency.

An employee in this CA-based position can expect a pay rate as stated above. Actual pay within this range may depend on experience, qualifications, geographic location, client requirements where applicable, and other factors permitted by law.  Candidates are also encouraged to consider Æ’s total compensation package including competitive benefits, ESOP participation, professional development, exclusive in-house leadership development and coaching.

Æ is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental or physical), gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, or any other factor that is not related to the job. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation and Accessibility Statement

Æ provides equal employment opportunities, including for individuals with disabilities, in compliance with the ADA, FEHA, and other applicable laws. We offer reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees unless it would impose an undue hardship.

If you need an accommodation to access our application system, participate in the hiring process, or, if hired, to perform your job, please contact info@appliedearthworks.com or call Human Resources at 559-229-1856. Each request will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis to ensure compliance with applicable laws and to facilitate an inclusive and accessible environment for all applicants and employees.

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