Archaeologist

Position Summary: 

Responsible for scheduling, managing, and conducting Phase I-III fieldwork, lab analysis, and research associated with archaeological projects. Responsible for writing all, or portions of, archaeological reports at the direction of the Senior Archaeologist. The qualified candidate for this position will assist JMT Senior Archaeologists during Phase I-III field work throughout the country, with a focus on Texas and adjacent states.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Conducts archaeological field work with the ability to identify artifacts and determine the presence of archaeological sites


• Collects data during archaeological investigations


• Analyses historic and pre-historic artifacts


• Documents methodologies and findings of research and archaeological investigations


• Reviews and writes archaeological reports and/or prepares archaeological site forms


• Assists in making decisions about project alternatives and the resolution of adverse effects to archaeological resources


• Prepares artifacts and project records for curation


• Works with technical field, lab and office staff, managers and administrative staff to ensure that projects meet professional quality standards

Required Skills

• Strong written and oral communication skills


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and Excel

Required Experience

• Master’s Degree from an accredited school in anthropology, archaeology, or a closely related field


• Must meet the Secretary of the Interior’s Qualification Standards for Archaeologists


• 4+ years of experience, including at least one year of supervisory experience


• Regional experience in historic and/or prehistoric archaeology


• Demonstrated skills and supervisory experience in Phase I-III fieldwork


• Must be able to provide a writing sample from either a thesis, dissertation, or archaeological report


• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Preferred Experience

• Registered Professional Archaeologist


• Familiarity with ArcGISPro, Field Maps, Google Earth, and/or other GIS programs


• Experience obtaining a Texas Antiquities Permit


• Significant lab and curation experience