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Mid-Level Archaeologist at Jacobs in Boise, Idaho, United States Job Description Your Impact: Our People & Places Solutions business - reinforces our drive to improve the lives of people everywhere and epitomizes the 'why' of what we do - the tremendous positive impact and value our solutions bring to our communities and society as a whole. From facilities delivering life-saving therapies and ensuring clean water to enabling the connection of people through all modes of transportation and providing access to technology - we're integrating a multitude of these solution elements to build the smart environments of tomorrow. Start your Jacobs career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow. Jacobs Ecosystems, Restoration, Science and Permitting group seeks a mid-level Archaeologist with experience in the US Pacific Northwest to be based in our Y akima WA, Spokane WA, or Boise ID office, with the understanding that telecommuting and archaeological fieldwork would comprise most work hours. This position involves providing cultural resources support for planning, engineering, and construction services to government and private clients. In this role, your duties will include archaeological survey, testing, evaluation, data recovery, and construction monitoring, as well as other tasks as assigned. Using your experience, you'll serve as a senior crew chief or archaeological field director on field projects and a primary/co-author on reports. You'll complete analysis of archaeological materials, keep detailed field notes and archaeological site records, and research. You'll work outdoors in remote locations and for extended periods under all weather conditions, often traversing rugged terrain. You'll have the opportunity to work on projects and clients in both the public and private sectors, including multiple projects at a time. Your ability to write clearly and professionally is very important. Familiarity with the use of GPS units (Trimble) and tablets (Collector) will be vital. Your keen awareness for workplace safety and willingness to work independently or with limited supervision with be key. Here's what you'll need : + Bachelors in Anthropology or Archaeology with a graduate degree in a relatable field; or a Masters in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a relatable field. + A minimum of 3 years of experience in the field. + Meet Secretary of the Interior's Professional Standards and Guidelines for Archaeology (36 CFR 61). + Demonstrated skills in cultural resources management, including supervisory experience on survey and excavation projects. + Knowledge of federal historic preservation laws and policies, including NEPA, NHPA, ARPA, and NAGPRA, as well as Washington, Oregon, and other regional state laws and policies. + Knowledge of computers and GPS equipment, including MS Office Suite. + Ability/willingness to travel to distant or remote sites, for extended periods as necessary. + Excellent verbal and written communication skills. + Organizational and time management skills to effectively complete assigned workload within defined timelines and in accordance with established standards. Ideally, you'll also have: + Experience in Washington, Oregon, or Idaho + At least 5 years of field experience in archaeological survey and excavation. + Previous experience as a crew chief or field director. + Additional experience in historical archaeology, lithic analysis, faunal analysis, ethnography, GIS, and/or osteology. + Registered Professional Archaeologist. + Experience working in the consulting environment. + Demonstrated experience with renewable energy and transmission line/utility corridor projects. At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. With $15 billion in revenue and a talent force of more than 60,000, Jacobs provides a full spectrum of professional services including consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery for the government and private sector. Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language. 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