POSITION AVAILABLE
Archaeologist 3
Providence, RI
Gray & Pape, a national and international cultural heritage management firm, has an opening for an
Archaeologist 3 to join our Archaeology practice and support our Providence, RI office. This role is
an hourly, non-exempt position with a range of $29.00-$33.50 per hour commensurate with
experience, qualifications, and education. Gray & Pape offers a hybrid work environment with built
in flexibility for days in the office.
Summary of the Role:
The Archaeologist 3 supervises archaeological tasks and studies under the direction of a Principal
Investigator. This includes archaeological, cultural, historical, and environmental research;
literature reviews/desktop assessments; archaeological reconnaissance and due diligence surveys;
Phase I archeological surveys; Phase II archaeological testing and evaluation; Phase III
archaeological excavation, data recovery, and mitigation; archaeological, cultural, and historical
artifact and laboratory analysis; preparation of archaeological, cultural, historical, and
environmental contexts; preparation of a variety of archaeological documentation and technical
reports; and the preparation of artifacts and records for curation.
Key Duties:
- Disseminate research and write archaeological, cultural, historical, and environmental
contexts. - Prepare project specific research designs, and work- and safety-plans.
- Perform and supervises archaeological fieldwork through surface surveys, shovel testing, test
unit excavations, unit and trench excavations, and feature excavations. - Supervise and work on multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Supervise all phases of archaeological fieldwork – conducting reconnaissance/due diligence
studies, Phase I surveys, Phase II testing, and Phase III excavations. - Supervise project teams consisting of field directors, crew chiefs, field archaeologists, and
other technical specialists and sub-contractors. - Perform archaeological, cultural, and historical artifact and laboratory analysis and prepares
artifacts and records for curation. - Prepare written archaeological, cultural, historical, and environmental contexts and a variety
of archaeological documentation and technical reports. - Using National Register of Historic Places Criteria, make preliminary resource evaluations
and recommendations related to archaeological resources identified during project work. - Complete work within assigned schedules and budgets.
- Participate in public outreach programs to educate the public about the importance of
archaeological resources and Heritage Management, at the project, professional, and/or
community levels. - Assist with project management and administrative responsibilities including personnel
assignments, and schedules; client, agency and landowner interaction; and consultation
support.
Minimum Qualifications: - BA/BS Anthropology, Archaeology or related field.
- 3-year CRM supervisory experience.
- Qualified to register as an RA or RPA with the Register of Professional Archaeologists.
- Familiarity with field geospatial software.
- Technological skills: ESRI Survey 123 and Collector, Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat.
- Traditional and digital mapping, including total station and GPS-based mapping skills;
photography; survey techniques; and excavation techniques. - Demonstrable report writing experience.
- Ability to analyze data such as statistical analysis, material culture analysis, and
geomorphological analysis. - Good understanding of the legal framework of CRM.
- Capability to excavate and document excavations.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and ability to operate a passenger car/light truck.
Travel:
Travel is project-dependent with an expectation of travel outside the local area and for multiple
days. Some projects may require extended travel.
Gray & Pape offers a competitive pay and benefits package, including paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, health and disability insurance, and a 401(k)-retirement plan. A complete job description is available upon request.
If you are ready to join our team, please submit the following to Charity Kys, HR Director, at
ckys@graypape.com. No phone calls, please. - Cover letter detailing expression of interest;
- Resume or CV;
- 1 writing sample. Preferred writing sample will be a CRM report.
This position is open until September 8, 2023, and we will be interviewing qualified applicants
immediately. Please visit us at https://www.graypape.com/our-company/careers/ to learn
more.
Gray & Pape is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of respect and
inclusion where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. Applicants and
employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, gender expression, disability, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other protected status
under federal, state or local law. Please contact HR to request an accommodation.
