Staff Archaeologist II

Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc.(CRA) is seeking qualified candidates to join our Louisiana office, and we are currently accepting applications forStaff Archaeologist. Our Louisiana office is located in Shreveport, in the heart of the Ark-La-Tex region and was established in 2010 to support clients in Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Mississippi. Employment Type: Full-Time Compensation: $50, 000 to $70, 000 annually; based on experience Benefits: Full-time offers: Medical, Vision, Dental, Life (99% of employee medical coverage paid by employer); Flexible Spending Plan offered; 401(k) (up to 5% employer matched); Life insurance (100% paid by employer); Supplemental insurance policies offered (short-term disability, cancer, hospitalization); Paid holidays (10 days per year); Paid Time Off (80 hours for Year 1; 120 hours for Year 2; and 160 hours for Year 3), and employees that have been with the company 10 years or more get 5 weeks (200 hours) of PTO; Paid Family Leave. New mothers and fathers are eligible for 1 week of paid leave. New mothers are eligible for a short term disability benefit that is paid by the company; Professional development stipend ($1, 000 per year); Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA) annual renewal payment for Affiliated status Job Description and Responsibilities: Responsible for assigned Phase I (inventory-level) survey and, to a lesser extent, Phase II (National Register evaluation) and Phase III excavation projects. This may involve (1) conducting pre-field research, (2) directing fieldwork and laboratory analyses, and (3) preparing technical reports.Assist the Principal Investigator in making site-specific recommendations for additional or future work and in determining or estimating the nature, scope, and level of effort for fieldwork.Supervise project field personnel, including training, assigning tasks, monitoring accuracy and efficiency.Responsible for project logistic arrangements, enforcing company policies/procedures and following project guidelines for data collection, documentation, and reporting.Supervises survey/excavation of project areas for evidence of archaeological remains, determines locations of sites and records them on appropriate project maps, identifies, and implements appropriate methods for the recovery of important data following state guidelines.Responsible for organizing and analyzing project data (pre-field research, the results of fieldwork, conducting artifact and data analyses, drafting site maps), and producing appropriate technical reports.Responsible for maintaining field equipment and supplies.Responsible for driving and seeing that company vehicles receive routine maintenance.Track project hours in order to stay within established schedule and budgets and advise administrative staff of potential overages.Monitor safety in the office and on job sites.May assist in proposal writing and budget preparation. Qualifications: A graduate degree in Anthropology or Archaeology is preferred.At least 3 years experience supervising archaeological fieldwork is preferred. Experience at all levels of archaeological investigation is preferred but experience supervising Phase I cultural resource surveys Is a must. Southeastern United States experience is preferred.No specific area of specialization is required, but priority will be given to archaeologists who also have experience/training in architectural history, ceramic analysis, geoarchaeology, geophysics. zooarchaeology, or ethnobotany.Qualification under the Secretary of the Interior Standards (36 CFR 61) in archaeologyA demonstrated ability to write clearly and professionally. Previous experience writing CRM reports is preferred.Detail oriented, strong organizational skills, and technologically proficient in basic computer programs, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. Experience in databases and digital data collection is a plus.Ability to use GPS units, compasses, and maps and navigate efficiently in remote areas.Must be a licensed driver with a safe driving record and be able to operate motor vehicles in a safe manner on roadways. Prior experience pulling trailers is a plus.While not required, prior experience driving a small motorboat and maintaining safe water practices is a plus.It is imperative that candidates be able to work 8-10 hour days in a variety of field conditionsThere will be frequent stays away from the office.Hiking, stooping, bending, and lifting are essential functions of this position.Have additional qualifications? Let us know where you excel! This is a full-time, salaried position with a competitive benefit package, and room for professional growth. Salary is dependent upon experience, education, and added skill sets and training. Please indicate when you will be available and submit resume and three references to the following link: CRA job application portal. Please contact Louisiana Office Director of Operations, Jeremy Pye (jwpye@crai-ky.com) with any questions about the position. CRA has enjoyed over 40 years of being business!For over four decades, CRA has been recognized as one of the most respected, full-service cultural resource consulting firms in the United States. This success is directly attributed to CRAs retention of an experienced, highly skilled, multi-disciplinary team of cultural resource management professionals. With an understanding that it is the expertise and dedication of our team that forms the foundation of our reputation for high-quality work, CRA invests in its people and their professional development, and fosters a collaborative environment that emphasizes teamwork. The archaeologists, architectural historians, and historic preservation professionals that CRA employs, many of whom are leaders in their fields, are the core of our success. Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc. employees are required to undergo a background check that includes driving history. CRA reserves the right to perform drug/alcohol testing as a condition of continued employment. Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.