Senior Archaeologist

Johnson Mirmiran & Thompson • Philadelphia, PA • 1d ago

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Cultural Resources Philadelphia, PA * ID:

24068

* Full-Time/Regular

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,400 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT, is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms. Position Summary: Senior Archaeologist/Principal Investigator. Responsible for scheduling, managing, and conducting Phase I-III fieldwork and research associated with archaeological projects. Responsible for writing all, or portions of, archaeological reports at the direction of the Section Head. The qualified candidate for this position will oversee Phase I-III archaeological work in the Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, and surrounding states. Opportunities for growth and to aid in growing the cultural resources group. JMT office locations in Philadelphia, PA; Fort Washington, PA; Hunt Valley, MD; Richmond, VA; Raleigh, NC; Nashville, TN; Knoxville, TN; Charleston, SC; Columbia, SC; Thomaston, GA; and Tampa FL are open for consideration. Other JMT office locations in the East Coast may be considered. Compensation for this position is $43.00/hr. - $60.00/hr., commensurate with experience, education and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided. Benefits JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including: Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Company paid Life and Disability Insurance Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Paid Caregiver Leave Program 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options) Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Career Development Programs And more... Benefits | JMT Essential Functions and Responsibilities Conducts archaeological field work with the ability to identify artifacts and determine the presence of archaeological sites Collects data and field samples during archaeological investigations Analyzes historic and pre-historic artifacts Documents methodologies and findings of research and archaeological investigations Reviews and writes archaeological reports and/or prepares archaeological site forms Assists in making decisions about project alternatives and the resolution of adverse effects to archaeological resources Works with technical field, lab and office staff, managers and administrative staff to ensure that projects meet JMT and professional quality standards Assists in business development through the preparation of proposals, budgets, and other marketing materials Coordinates with clients throughout project to ensure that projects meet JMT and professional quality standards and stays on schedule and budget Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills Strong written and oral communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and Excel

Required Experience Master's Degree from an accredited school in anthropology or a closely related field Must meet the Secretary of the Interior's Qualification Standards for Archaeologists 8+ years of experience Regional (Mid-Atlantic or Southeast) experience in historic and/or prehistoric archaeology Experience leading a project team from start to finish Demonstrated skills and supervisory experience in Phase I-III fieldwork Must be able to provide a writing sample from either a thesis, dissertation,or archaeological report Must possess a valid driver's license Registered Professional Archaeologist (or ability to become registered) Familiarity with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation, ArcMap and/or other GIS programs Experience with Federal Agencies and Tribal Nations Working Conditions Office work is performed within a general office environment 75% of the time. Office work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Office work is performed with adequate lighting and temperature, with no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. Work is performed in the field 25% of the time and requires the ability to extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, and lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 lbs as needed. Field work may require walking and carrying field equipment over typical outdoor terrain. Work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Out-of-town travel is expected, requiring driving and/or flying to project locations. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

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