Mead & Hunt, a nationally recognized professional services consulting firm, is experiencing exciting success and sustainable growth. As a result, we have a full-time position available for a project archaeologist. Responsibilities include: Planning and participating in cultural resource management projects of all sizes, including background investigations, all stages of fieldwork, and reporting, all in accordance with project scope, timeline, and budget and in coordination with other technical specialists Completing cultural resource management reports and other deliverables to company and agency standards, in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines Coordinating and directing the activities of field crews and other staff assigned to your projects Training and mentoring archaeological staff in field and analytical techniques, archaeological theory, and cultural resource laws as appropriate Other duties as assigned The successful candidate must have: Master’s degree (or higher) in anthropology, archaeology or closely related field and at least two (2) years of relevant work experience, with one of those years being supervised field and analytic experience in the archaeology of eastern North America and demonstrated ability to carry research to completion. The ideal candidate will have any/all of the following: In-depth understanding of archaeological field methods for all phases of work, as well as the ability to share this knowledge with less experience co-workers In-depth knowledge of the prehistory and history of one or more states in the Mid-Atlantic Strong writing skills, including the ability to follow grammatical and technical guidelines and produce an accurate, well-organized document Thorough understanding of federal and state preservation law, particularly Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act Strong leadership skills, including a professional demeanor and the ability to manage and motivate staff Familiarity with data collection using handheld GPS units; familiarity with total stations, data collectors, GIS software, or similar is a plus Ability to work outdoors in hot or cold temperatures; in conditions that may include wind, rain, or snow; dig, kneel, or crouch for extended periods of time; lift at least 40 pounds; walk for long periods through challenging terrain; and maintain adequate fitness to perform field tasks Possession of a valid US driver’s license and ability to travel overnight (up to 50%) If you have strong communication and organizational skills, are self-motivated, and can work well both independently and as part of a team, complete the online application process for this job posting at www.meadhunt.com/careers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. Mead & Hunt proudly offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, paid sick leave, parental leave, a 401K plan with a generous company match, life and disability insurance, and an employee assistance program. Salary Range: $53,000 to $72.000 – Actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: experience, skill set or location.