Senior Archaeologist/Project Manager

Applied Archaeology and History Associates, Inc. (AAHA) is a growing, woman-owned cultural resources firm currently seeking a full-time Senior Archaeologist/Project Manager to work in our Annapolis, Maryland office.

Duties and responsibilities include planning and managing all phases of cultural resources projects including survey, archaeological monitoring, testing and data recovery, technical report productions, assisting in the preparation of proposals and scopes of work and meeting project scope, schedule, and budget obligations.  This position requires the individual to be self-motivated and to work well in a team-oriented setting.

Individuals must have a proven background supervising and mentoring staff as well as frequently interacting and coordinating with clients and agency representatives in a decision-making role.  Candidates must also be knowledgeable of federal, state, and local historic preservation and cultural resources regulations and demonstrate an established area of analytical expertise and/or archaeological research interest in the region.  Demonstrated experience in assisting with preparing cultural resource sections for the National Environmental Policy Act and other environmental planning documents is beneficial, but not required.

Requirements include

·         Master’s degree in Anthropology or closely related field

·         6+ years of Mid-Atlantic cultural resources management consulting or agency experience

·         2+ years of supervisor/project management experience

·         Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and experience independently preparing, reviewing and editing complex technical documents for the full range of various cultural resources projects.

·         A clearly defined area of expertise as evidence through publications/presentations

·         Preference will be given to a post-contact specialist with Mid-Atlantic region expertise, but applicants should be well versed in all aspects of Mid-Atlantic archaeology.

·         Ability to undertake travel for fieldwork as required.

·         Valid driver’s license

AAHA offers a benefit package and competitive salary.  If interested please email jeanneward@appliedarchaeology.com with a resume and cover letter that includes salary requirements.  No phone calls, please.

 AAHA is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer