On Call Staff Archaeologist

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.

 

Consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News-Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.

 

Job Summary

Langan is seeking a Part-Time On-Call Staff Archaeologist to join its collaborative team in Portland, OR. This individual will support a wide range of cultural resource management projects throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Working under the direction of senior archaeologists and project managers, the Staff Archaeologist will assist with archaeological surveys, monitoring, excavation programs, technical reporting, and regulatory compliance efforts. This role offers opportunities for professional growth through hands-on field experience, technical analysis, and collaboration with multidisciplinary environmental teams.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct archaeological fieldwork including pedestrian surveys, monitoring, testing, and data recovery excavations;
• Assist with field crew leadership and daily field operations as assigned by project managers or principal investigators;
• Prepare field records, site forms, maps, logs, photographic documentation, and other project documentation;
• Contribute to cultural resource technical reports, assessments, evaluations, treatment plans, research designs, and work plans;
• Conduct archival and background research to support cultural resource investigations;
• Assist with artifact processing, cataloging, laboratory analysis, and curation tasks;
• Support compliance efforts of the National Historic Preservation Act, state regulations, and local permitting requirements;
• Coordinate with project team members to help ensure projects are completed on schedule and within established quality standards;
• Communicate effectively with project managers, clients, agency representatives, landowners, and team members while representing Langan professionally;
• Collaborate with environmental planners, biologists, engineers, and other technical specialists on multidisciplinary projects;
• Assist with mentoring and training junior field staff and seasonal crew members as opportunities arise;
• Maintain current knowledge of cultural resource management regulations, methodologies, and industry best practices; 
• Participate in Langan's Health and Safety Program and maintain a strong commitment to safe field and office practices; and
• Travel to project sites and conduct fieldwork in various terrain and weather conditions as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a closely related field required; Master's degree preferred;
• 3+ years of professional archaeological experience in cultural resource management or a related field;
• An understanding of and practical experience with the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), Archaeological Resources Protection Act (ARPA), Native American Grave Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), and related state and local regulations and guidelines preferred;
• Experience conducting archaeological surveys, monitoring, testing, and excavation projects;
• Demonstrated experience preparing technical reports and supporting cultural resource compliance projects;
• Familiarity with archaeological field methods, laboratory procedures, artifact analysis, and data management practices;
• Strong technical writing, organizational, and research skills;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams;
• Strong attention to detail and sound analytical skills;
• Ability to safely perform fieldwork, including hiking long distances, carrying field equipment, and working in remote locations;
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to access project site; and
• Availability for overnight travel, overtime, and occasional evening or weekend work as project needs require.

 

Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.

 

Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!

 

Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.