Job Summary
The Archaeologist will primarily support the Section 106 component of environmental reviews associated with HUD Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) and Community Development Block Grant Disaster Mitigation (CDBG-MIT) funding. The position collaborates with team members across multiple projects and supports timely, compliant delivery of client goals.
Job Duties
Works in a team environment to implement strategies, processes, and solutions in support of client program objectives
Manages project workflows and deliverables to meet client goals, timelines, and quality expectations
Supports and/or performs NEPA environmental reviews, with emphasis on Section 106 compliance as it pertains to archaeology for HUD CDBG-DR/CDBG-MIT projects
Reviews and revises Section 106 documentation and supporting materials related to archaeological resources as required
Conducts research and prepares SHPO consultation documents; coordinates with the Puerto Rico SHPO for Section 106 compliance
Assists in responding to SHPO requests for additional information for submitted cases
Performs onsite supervision and quality control for architectural recordation, archaeological monitoring, and Stage I surveys, as required
Develops and applies procedures to support HUD CDBG-DR/CDBG-MIT NEPA environmental reviews for housing, infrastructure, and economic development programs
Communicates project/task status, issues, risks, and resolutions to internal team members and external stakeholders
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Researches and identifies complex program issues; recommends and coordinates resolutions and process improvements
Documents and assesses internal controls for state and local governmental entities, as applicable to engagement scope
Other duties as required
Supervisory Responsibilities
May supervise Jr. Architectural Historian(s)
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Education
Bachelor’s degree, required
Master’s degree as required by the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualifications Standards (PQS) for Archaeology (SOI-qualified), preferred
Experience
Minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional experience, required
Software
Demonstrated proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, and end-user database tools, required
Knowledge of ESRI tools (e.g., ArcGIS, ArcGIS Online), preferred
Proficiency in MS Office and Adobe applications (including Word and Excel), preferred
Language
Spanish, required
Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong knowledge of the history and prehistory of Puerto Rico
Understanding of applicable state and federal historic preservation and environmental laws (including Section 106/NEPA context)
Strong attention to detail with ability to produce high-quality, compliant documentation
Ability to manage multiple deadlines, priorities, and workflows in a client-delivery environment