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Arcadis

Staff Archaeologist, Cultural Resources Specialist

Arcadis

. Conduct archaeological fieldwork for multiple projects at all investigation levels, from site identification to data recovery .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeSan Luis Obispo • California • United StatesLead💰 $76,800 - $131,100 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in archaeological fieldwork, including site identification, data recovery, and technical report preparation. Proficient in managing field staff and collaborating with cultural resources teams while adhering to federal and state regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Archaeological FieldworkCultural Resources ManagementTechnical WritingGPS SystemsSupervision of Field Crews

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Hard Skills
Site IdentificationData RecoveryShovel TestingPedestrian SurveysField DocumentationTechnical Report PreparationField AssessmentsCultural Resources PlanningSection 106 ComplianceFederal Land Management Experience
Soft Skills
Communication SkillsLeadershipCollaboration
Tools & Technologies
GPS Systems
Certifications & Qualifications
Master’s Degree in ArchaeologyQualified Principal Investigator (PI) in California
Industry Keywords
Cultural Resources ServicesCalifornia State LawsNational Historic Preservation ActFederal Energy Regulatory Commission ProceduresBureau of Land ManagementU.S. Forest ServiceNational Park Service

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Conduct archaeological fieldwork for multiple projects at all investigation levels, from site identification to data recovery
  • Conduct archaeological monitoring
  • Perform shovel testing, pedestrian surveys, and site documentation
  • Prepare technical reports and documents
  • Serve as a project lead in California across Classes I–III investigations and archaeological monitoring
  • Conduct and lead archaeological field assessments
  • Manage archaeological field staff, field crews, and subcontractors
  • Use GPS systems and collect field data
  • Author technical documents and provide survey details and results to project teams
  • Collaborate with the Arcadis cultural resources team and environmental permitting team
  • Support the growth of Cultural Resources Services
  • Travel to various project sites, with fieldwork expected approximately 50–60% of the role and travel up to 50%

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Meets the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualifications Standards in archaeology
  • Master’s degree in archaeology or a related field
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in cultural resources management, combining field- and office-based experience
  • Demonstrated experience supervising archaeological field crews and running field projects
  • Demonstrated practical field experience in the U.S., specifically California
  • Working knowledge of GPS systems and field-data collection
  • Previous experience in cultural resources planning for electric and/or gas transmission facilities or similar linear infrastructure
  • Experience working with federal land management agencies, including the Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Forest Service, and National Park Service, and with state agencies
  • Basic knowledge of Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and relevant California state laws
  • Preferred: knowledge of Federal Energy Regulatory Commission procedures and guidelines
  • Preferred: Qualified Principal Investigator (PI) in California, or ability to become a PI in California
  • Ability to travel to project sites, including overnight travel
  • Ability to walk and conduct fieldwork for long hours and carry supplies weighing up to 40 pounds
  • Excellent technical writing and communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401(k)
  • Short-term disability (STD)
  • Long-term disability (LTD)
  • AD&D insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Reward & recognition program
  • Wellbeing benefits
  • Adoption assistance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Nine paid holidays
  • 15 days PTO accruing per year
  • Flexible working environment
  • Hybrid work structure