Senior Archaeologist
Overview:
The Environmental and Cultural Resources Team at Vantage Point Solutions is looking for an SOI-qualified archeologist to assist with projects in both the office and in the field. The applicant must have strong writing skills and should be familiar with the National Environmental Projection Act and National Historic Preservation Act/Section 106 requirements for different project types. Successful applicants will have previous experience planning and leading archeological projects in multiple states for multiple agencies, be willing to work in a team to complete other permitting projects, be able to multi-task, and be a strong communicator.
VPS specializes in telecommunications, broadband, and power engineering projects in more than 45 states. However, the ES Team takes on projects of all shapes and sizes throughout the United States for additional clients.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and right-of-way specialists for environmental and cultural resource concerns
- Coordinate with federal and state agencies on current permitting requirements
- Writing and preparation of archeological proposals, Phase I/Class I reports, and providing technical professional opinions for project planning
- Organize and plan Phase III/Class III field projects of various sizes, in multiple states
- Manage/train junior staff
Qualifications and Skills:
- Master’s degree or higher in one of the following fields (or related field): archeology, anthropology, historic preservation
- 1+ years of experience in cultural resource management
- Experience with federal or state permitting for environmental and/or cultural resources preferred
- Valid US Driver’s license, clean driving record
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to work independently under minimal supervision
- Ability to be in the field/travel mandatory (60% office/40% field on average, more during summer months/field season)
Compensation and Benefits:
This position offers $28-35 pr/hour depending on experience and an attractive benefits package including per diem (no receipts) when away from office/home base, medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, 401(k), and more.
About Vantage Point Solutions
Vantage Point Solutions was founded in 2002 by a team who believed in putting people – both employees and clients – first. VPS is a customer-focused, technology-driven engineering and consulting firm serving the broadband, power, and financial industries.
Vantage Point is employee-owned, and because client success means employee success, the entire team is driven by a commitment to client satisfaction. We work hard to foster a culture of teamwork, respect, and commitment (with a good mix of camaraderie and fun, too).
EEO
Vantage Point Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.”