Provide technical expertise to develop design options or recommendations, and assist in the preparation of service deliverable documents
Perform routine scientist assignments requiring application of standard techniques and procedures
Complete projects with clear, specified objectives and limited variables
Work independently on small projects, or assist more-senior scientists on larger projects
Give direction to clerical and technical personnel as needed
Perform other duties as needed
Physical Requirements
Must be able to record cultural resources in the field without any physical assistance (this could include hiking short distances in scrub and native vegetation).
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds without assistance.
Must be able to effectively communicate in person, by telephone and email.
Must be able to effectively work in minimally supervised and/or unsupervised environments.
Work hours other than 8 to 5 which may include weekends and/or night shifts
Must have a valid Driver’s License and be able to operate a vehicle day or night
Approximately 50-75% travel required including being away from home for long-periods (potentially multiple weeks) of time for larger projects.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related field. With anticipated testing and data recovery projects anticipated as part of the workload, archeologists with experience in any of the following are encouraged to apply: bioarcheology, zooarchaeology, geoarchaeology, GPR/magnetometer survey, and/or ceramic analyses
Minimum two years' experience managing junior staff during fieldwork and report preparation
Experience identifying and recording prehistoric and historic resources
Must be able to perform physically demanding tasks in adverse environmental conditions (e.g., rugged terrain, remote locations, hot and cold temperatures)
Must have good organizational skills, a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn and execute new tasks
Willing to provide a writing sample
Competence in Microsoft Word, Excel and Project
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Architectural History or closely related field
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
Self-starter with excellent writing and communication skills
Willingness to work under varied weather conditions
Successful candidates must be familiar with field study design and documentation, regulatory framework for cultural resource management, and GIS utilities
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
- Our Commitment
- As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.