Consultant, Archaeologist

ERM

Consultant Archaeologist at ERM focusing on archaeological investigations for compliance with federal and state regulations. Collaborating on environmental and cultural projects across the Great Basin.

Posted 6/5/2026full-timeSacramento • California, Nevada • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $74,000 - $94,924 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support and lead archaeological studies that guide environmental decision-making
Evaluate and document cultural resources for NRHP eligibility and Section 106 compliance
Contribute to high-quality technical reports that influence project approvals
Partner with clients, agencies, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver defensible, compliant outcomes
Help strengthen ERM’s presence and reputation in archaeology and cultural heritage consulting

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related field
4+ years of progressive archaeological field and reporting experience
Eligibility to serve as a Field Director on BLM and other cultural resource permits in the Great Basin
Demonstrated experience leading surveys, testing, or data recovery projects
Experience authoring or co-authoring agency-reviewed technical reports
Working knowledge of NHPA Section 106, NRHP criteria, and regional regulatory frameworks
Ability to work independently or collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams
Willingness to travel across the U.S. and perform fieldwork up to 75% during peak season
Physical ability to work in demanding field conditions (e.g., long hikes up to 10 miles per day, variable weather, lifting up to 50 lbs., wildlife encounters)
Experience with field technologies (e.g., GPS, GIS tools such as ArcGIS FieldMaps or Survey123)
Driver's License Required

Benefits

Comp & perks

paid time off
parental leave
medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance
401(k) or RRSP/DPSP
other applicable benefits to eligible employees

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Hard Skills & Tools

archaeological studiescultural resource evaluationtechnical report writingfield surveyingdata recoveryNHPA Section 106 complianceNRHP eligibilitycultural resource permitsfieldwork experienceprogressive archaeological experience

Soft Skills

leadershipcollaborationindependent workcommunicationinterdisciplinary teamworkclient partnershipdecision-makingproblem-solvingadaptabilityphysical endurance

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in ArchaeologyBachelor's degree in AnthropologyField Director eligibility