Archaeologist

Seneca Federal Solutions is part of theSeneca Nation Group (SNG) portfolio of companies. SNG is Seneca Holdings' federal government contracting business that meets mission-critical needs of federal civilian, defense, and intelligence community customers. Our portfolio comprises multiple subsidiaries that participate in the Small Business Administration 8(a) program. To learn more about SNG, visitthe website and follow us onLinkedIn.

Our team of talented individuals is what makes us successful. To support our team, we provide a balanced mix of benefits and programs.Your total rewards package includes competitive pay, benefits, and perks, flexible work-life balance, professional development opportunities, and performance and recognition programs.We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability, voluntary benefit programs (critical illness, hospital, and accident), health savings and flexible spending accounts, and retirement 401K plan. One of our fundamental principles is to offer competitive health and welfare benefits to our team members, providing coverage and care for you and your family. Full-time employees working at least 30 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefits and paid leave programs. We pride ourselves on our collaborative work environment and culture, which embraces our mission of providing financial and non-financial benefits back to the members of the Seneca Nation.

Seneca Federal Solutions has an immediate opening for an Archaeologist/Archaeological Technician.

Responsibilities Include:

• Serving as a crew member and field lead on archaeological surveys, monitoring, testing, and excavation projects throughout Arizona and adjacent states.
• Identifying, recording, and documenting archaeological features, artifacts, and cultural landscapes in compliance with Section 106, NEPA, and SHPO requirements.
• Assisting with laboratory tasks including washing, cataloging, inventorying, and analyzing artifacts.
• Supporting the preparation of survey forms, site records, technical reports, and cultural resources documentation for agency submittals.
• Coordinating with crew members, supervisors, and agency representatives to ensure compliance with project scopes, health and safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Assisting in GIS mapping, GPS data collection, and database management.
• Participating in stakeholder coordination, including tribal consultation and historic preservation compliance activities.
• Ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality work in remote and sometimes extreme outdoor environments.

Position Requires:

• Bachelor's degree in Anthropology or related field.
• Successful completion of archaeological field school.
• 1+ years of cultural resources management (CRM) experience.
• Demonstrated ability to identify archaeological features, artifacts, and historic properties in the field.
• Strong knowledge of cultural resource survey, monitoring, and excavation methods.
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme temperatures and remote locations; camping may be required.
• Ability to walk up to 10 miles per day over rough or steep terrain.
• Willingness to work irregular schedules, including weekends and overnight assignments.
• Excellent teamwork skills and the ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, colleagues, and clients.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. and able to obtain security clearance if project requirements dictate.

Preferred / Desired Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or related discipline.
• Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA) certification.
• Prior experience preparing cultural resources documentation for Section 106 and NEPA compliance.
• Familiarity with SHPO/THPO consultation processes.
• Experience with federal CRM projects (VA, DoD, DOI, USACE, BLM, NPS, or USDA).
• Proficiency in GIS (ArcGIS, QGIS) and GPS mapping technologies.
• Knowledge of environmental and cultural compliance frameworks (NEPA, RCRA, CERCLA, ESA).
• Certifications such as HAZWOPER (40-Hour), OSHA 10/30, or First Aid/CPR.
• Prior experience coordinating with tribal governments and historic preservation stakeholders.
• Eligibility to serve as a Field Director or Principal Investigator under Arizona State Museum (ASM) or BLM standards.