Archaeologist

Archaeologist

Southern California

In ICF’s Environment & Planning Division, we combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help our clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate the latest regulation changes, and do what’s right for the environment. We are planners, scientists, program managers, communicators, economists, technologists, and strategists who are deeply passionate about our work. If you excel in fast-paced and collaborative work environments, value diversity, and are committed to doing work that matters, now is the time to join ICF! We are currently seeing an Archaeologist to be based in Southern California.

The Archaeologist position will provide cultural resource field and technical writing support for public agency, utility, and land development / management clients based out of southern California. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in fieldwork and technical writing, and an interest in growing these skills in a collaborative team environment. Positions available in Los Angeles, Inland Empire, or Orange County with the option to work remote or hybrid from office and home.

Although the range below is wider to accommodate growth within the job, this position will have a starting pay range of $80,000 to $95,000 based on % match of qualifications / experience / responsibilities, location, and other.

Key responsibilities

Lead and support field efforts in Southern California, other areas of California and the Western United States as needed. Travel for up to 10 days may be involved, with work occurring outdoors under all weather conditions.

Lead author for small survey and monitoring reports and assist senior ICF staff on larger writing efforts.

Coordinate and communicate effectively with ICF staff and construction personnel.

Meet deadlines, multitask, and produce quality work.

The ability or interest to manage small projects, including fieldwork, report deliverables, and budgets and / or provide specialized services, such GIS (ArcMap and ESRI Field Maps).

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Archaeology or related field.

2+ years of experience in cultural resources management.

2+ years of experience conducting field visits at locations primarily in southern California and also throughout the western United States.

Must have valid driver’s license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check.

Preferred Skills / Experience

Registered Professional Archaeologist.

2+ years of experience in project management and / or GIS.

Working knowledge of Section 106 of the NHPA, NEPA, CEQA, and other state and federal environmental regulations.

Familiarity with California cultural resources and associated regulatory environment.

Fieldwork skills include pedestrian and subsurface survey, site recordation, testing and evaluation, monitoring.

Knowledge and familiarity with computers, smart devices, and completing data entry in application interfaces and use of GPS technology (such as ESRI Collector, Survey 123 or Field Maps).

Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a multi-disciplinary environment.

This is an outstanding opportunity to work with talented and passionate individuals and to grow with a firm that believes in nurturing talent and developing long-term career success.

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