Job Description

Staff Archaeologist

Merjent is seeking an experienced Staff Archaeologist to grow and meet its upcoming project needs for public and private sector energy industry clients, which include natural gas and oil pipelines, electric transmission, wind, solar, and other energy projects in multiple states. The successful candidate will manage and direct the cultural resources field-based aspects of projects and may serve as a Secretary of Interior-qualified PI for candidates who meet those requirements.

This position will have the flexibility to work from Merjent's Minneapolis, Minnesota office or remotely from a home office in the Twin Cities or surrounding area. The anticipated salary for this position is between $70,000-$92,000, depending on qualifications and experience. This position is bonus eligible.

Merjent is a medium-sized consulting and engineering company dedicated to creating an environment where both people and projects succeed. Merjent has staff located across the United States who may choose a remote, in-office, or hybrid work arrangement. All full-time employees begin their tenure at Merjent with 4 weeks of paid vacation regardless of seniority. In addition, employees receive 10 paid holidays and generous benefits and compensation packages. Merjent supports annual career-related training for employees to become or continue as leaders in their field of expertise. Merjent facilitates organic growth within the company and encourages employees to bring their ideas forward to grow existing and create new service lines within and beyond the currently served sectors of energy, mining, transportation, manufacturing and construction, land development industries, and government. Merjent also invests in its company culture by supporting travel for remote employees to attend in-person team meetings and all-staff events.

The Merjent difference is real it's based on a commitment to our values, which guides us in how we work with clients and each other. Our commitment to quality and professional integrity encompasses everything we do. We are proud of our reputation for delivering quality work and building long-term, trusting relationships with our clients and with regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities

• Promote compliance with the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), Archaeological Resources Protection Act (ARPA), Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and state environmental regulations and other laws relating to the protection of cultural resources.
• Conduct archival research and background records checks.
• Conduct all aspects of archaeological fieldwork (Phase I survey, Phase II testing, and Phase III mitigation), construction monitoring, and assist or coordinate tribal survey/monitoring activities using standards and procedures that comply with Section 106 of the NHPA and state-specific requirements.
• Manage project tracking/coordination and quality control while supervising field technicians and/or multiple field crews.
• Conduct artifact analyses, evaluate resources for eligibility to be listed in the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) and state registers of historic properties, and complete state survey/site forms.
• Support clients during agency and tribal consultation, including coordinating consultation with State Historic Preservation Officers (SHPO), Tribal Historic Preservation Officers (THPO), Native American Tribes, Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP), and multiple state, federal, and local agencies.
• Manage budgets; prepare proposals, reports, and other technical documents; monitor field procedures; and author Research Designs, Treatment Plans, and NEPA and NHPA technical reports.
• Train, coach, and mentor junior field staff.
• Maintain qualifications to meet the guidelines of a PI in each state where they conduct fieldwork or review projects.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of an BA/BS in Anthropology/Archaeology or related discipline required. Preference for MA/MS in Anthropology/Archaeology is preferred.
• A minimum of 1 year of full-time experience serving as an archaeological field lead/staff archaeologist with at least 3 years of experience conducting archaeological field surveys.
• Current technical specialization preferred (lithic analysis, ceramics, faunal analysis, etc.).
• Meet the Secretary of the Interior qualifications for a Principal Investigator in Archaeology (dependent upon candidate qualifications).
• Demonstrated work experience in the archaeology of the Midwest.
• In-depth knowledge of the historic preservation laws and policies, including NEPA, NHPA, ARPA, and NAGPRA, as well as regional and state SHPO standards.
• Experience using GPS units and familiarity with field collection methods, some GIS knowledge, general Microsoft Office applications, Excel, and Access database skills required.
• Experience overseeing testing and data recovery excavations.
• Must be willing and able to travel frequently during the field season. Travel may include overnight and weekend work, with larger projects requiring multi-week commitments.
• Experience working in consulting services preferred.
• Able to handle multiple project deliverables and be responsive to both internal and external clients.
• Experience with tribal consultation, outreach, and relationship-building preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Holding established agency and industry relationships preferred.
• Currently qualified, or able to qualify, as a Registered Professional Archaeologist preferred.

Merjent, Inc. participates with the United States Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) E-Verify program. We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Candidates interested in applying should submit a completed Application for Employment (cover letter and resume) to merjent.applicantpro.com .

Merjent, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the application process are available upon request.

Merjent is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity.

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