Archaeologist; Permitted​/SOI Qualified - Mexico​/Arizona

Title: Archaeologist
Location: New Mexico/Arizona
Job Code: SOI-SW-26
Job Link: SEARCH Job Postings - Direct Applications

Position Information

SEARCH has an immediate opening for Full-Time Archaeologists to join our Terrestrial Archaeology division for multiple opportunities in Arizona and New Mexico. Selected candidates must be based in one of the two states at time of hire and hold permits in BLM lands, State Lands, ASM, or other such agencies for consideration. Preference given to candidates with Secretary of the Interior Qualifications in Archaeology.

In addition to local projects, archaeologists will participate in SEARCH projects across the country. All levels/roles of archaeology positions are open for consideration based on candidate experience.

SEARCH provides a flexible work environment, a professional and collaborative atmosphere, and a wide range of projects and opportunities for our staff. SEARCH offers a competitive total compensation package with strong health and wellness and retirement plans. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, group term life insurance, 401(k) plan with match, 11 paid holidays per year, and accrued paid time off (PTO).

Pay is commensurate with education and experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Adhere to project health and safety plans and participate in office and field trainings and meetings.
• Conduct archaeological monitoring, survey, testing, and excavation in support of Phase I, II, and III studies in accordance with the research design to identify, record, and evaluate historic and prehistoric cultural resources.
• Recognize archaeological signatures and apply reasoning to evaluate resources.
• Evaluate and record accurate, organized, and clear field notes, maps, drawings, logs, forms, tables, databases, artifact bags, box labels, and other project documentation.
• Collect and inventory artifacts, ecofacts, and samples in accordance with the research design, and keep an accurate field specimen log.
• Identify potential human and faunal remains, and treat any suspected human burial remains respectfully and in a manner consistent with the research design and applicable State and Federal guidelines and laws.
• Perform quality control of field data (hand-written and electronic) on a daily basis to ensure information is accurate and complete.
• Use electronic and traditional navigational equipment (GPS, iPad/Arc Collector/Survey 123, compass, transit, etc.) to determine project limits, record fieldwork, document findings, and communicate progress.
• Photo-document artifacts, features, excavation units, land use, landscapes, unique environmental features, historic structures, archaeology sites, unique environmental features, specialized equipment or technique usage, and work-in-progress.
• Procure and maintain field equipment, technology, field laboratory supplies, vehicles, and supplies in a clean, working, and safe manner.
• Occasionally meet with, coordinate, and collaborate with landowners, land agents, clients, other field research teams, and visiting regulatory agency staff.
• Travel for extended periods of time.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a related field.

• Preference:
  Meet the Secretary of the Interior (SOI) qualifications for archaeology.

• Preference:
  New Mexico SW BLM permits.

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• References

• This position will require flexible availability outside of standard working hours.
• Applicants must be eligible to be employed in the United States on federally contracted projects.
• SEARCH is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where a variety of backgrounds, cultures, orientations,…