Job Description

Archaeologist

Location: Round Rock, TX (On-site; hybrid schedule available after initial training)
Job Type: Direct Hire
Experience Level: Mid-Senior
Education Required: Master’s Degree
Compensation: $71,000 - $80,000 (commensurate with experience)
Relocation Assistance: Limited assistance available

Position Summary

The Archaeologist is responsible for scheduling, managing, and conducting Phase I-III fieldwork , lab analysis, and research for archaeological projects. The role includes writing portions of archaeological reports under the direction of Senior Archaeologists and assisting with project planning and implementation. Work will focus on Texas and adjacent states, with opportunities for nationwide fieldwork.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Conduct archaeological fieldwork, identifying artifacts and assessing the presence of archaeological sites.

• Collect data and field samples during archaeological investigations.

• Analyze historic and prehistoric artifacts and features.

• Document research methodologies and findings.

• Review and prepare archaeological reports and site forms.

• Assist in evaluating project alternatives and resolving potential adverse effects to cultural resources.

• Prepare artifacts and project records for curation.

• Collaborate with field, lab, and office staff, as well as managers, to ensure quality standards and regulatory compliance.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.

• Meets the Secretary of the Interior’s Qualification Standards for Archaeologists.

• Minimum 4 years of professional archaeological experience , including at least 1 year in a supervisory role.

• Regional experience in historic and/or prehistoric archaeology .

• Demonstrated ability to lead Phase I-III fieldwork .

• Ability to provide a writing sample (thesis, dissertation, or archaeological report).

• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA) or eligibility to obtain registration.

• Familiarity with ArcGIS Pro, Field Maps, Google Earth , or other GIS software.

• Experience obtaining a Texas Antiquities Permit.

• Significant laboratory and artifact curation experience.

Required Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel .

• Ability to supervise field crews and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Why Join

This position provides the opportunity to advance a career in cultural resource management, with leadership responsibilities and hands-on field experience. The role offers a collaborative environment with a hybrid work schedule available after initial training, and the chance to work on meaningful archaeological projects across Texas and surrounding regions.

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