Archaeological Principal Investigator
Archaeological Principal Investigator
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Job Description
Job Summary
The Archaeological Principal Investigator conducts archaeological and architectural surveys to identify evaluate and document historic properties in compliance with the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) at Fort Campbell Kentucky. This role involves leading Phase I and Phase II archaeological investigations conducting architectural evaluations preparing technical reports and ensuring all work aligns with federal state and Army cultural resource management standards.
Supervisory Responsibilities: No
Job Classification: Permanent; Part-Time
Duty Station: Fort Campbell Kentucky
Travel: Up to 10%. Contingent on business needs
Duties/Responsibilities
Conduct Phase I archaeological surveys including background research shovel testing site mapping artifact recovery and field documentation.
Perform Phase II evaluations of archaeological sites for eligibility in the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) including excavation analysis and reporting.
Carry out architectural evaluations of historic structures in accordance with 36 CFR Part 61 and SHPO guidelines including archival research field documentation and assessment of historical integrity.
Prepare high-quality technical reports (Draft and Final) documenting research methods fieldwork results site evaluations mapping and NRHP eligibility recommendations.
Ensure all field and reporting activities comply with State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) standards for Kentucky and Tennessee Fort Campbell requirements and Secretary of the Interior (SOI) Standards.
Maintain accurate field records including journals survey forms maps photographic logs and GIS data.
Collaborate with Fort Campbell Cultural Resources Program Manager (CRPM) and consult with SHPOs to ensure compliance with NHPA Sections 106 and 110.
Safeguard artifacts and records ensuring proper cleaning cataloging conservation and curation in line with Fort Campbells Standard Operating Procedures for Cultural Resource Management Firms.
Participate in safety security and compliance programs including background checks iWATCH OPSEC and OSHA requirements.
Required Skills/Abilities
Knowledge of NHPA Section 106/110 compliance NRHP eligibility criteria and cultural resource management practices.
Strong field skills in archaeological excavation survey techniques and architectural evaluations.
Ability to prepare professional-level cultural resource reports including technical writing mapping and analysis.
Proficiency with GIS GPS and Microsoft Office 365 applications (Word Excel Access PowerPoint).
Familiarity with SHPO standards (Tennessee and Kentucky) and Secretary of the Interiors Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties.
Strong organizational analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work independently in field conditions and manage multiple concurrent tasks and deadlines.
Excellent communication skills for coordination with government officials SHPOs and cultural resource stakeholders.
Education and Experience
: Masters degree in Archaeology Anthropology Historic Preservation Architecture or related field.
: Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in archaeological or architectural survey evaluation and reporting.
Required: At least 1 year of full- time professional experience at a supervisory level in your field of study of the prehistoric period
Preferred: Principal Investigator (PI) or equivalent qualification under 36 CFR Part 61 professional standards.
Preferred: Experience with cultural resource projects in the Great Plains or southeastern U.S. region.
Physical Requirements
Ability to perform prolonged fieldwork including walking long distances digging shovel tests carrying equipment and working in varied weather conditions.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk for report preparation and computer work.
Routine use of standard office equipment such as computers phones and GPS/GIS equipment.
Pre-employment Requirements
Due to the nature ofChloetasservices this position is contingent upon completing with a satisfactory outcome some orall ofthe following pre-employment background screenings: government security clearance federal and state criminal background checks drug test (urinalysis) Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review educational history employment history and/or credit check.In accordance withthe Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) pre-employment background screenings will require the employees written authorization and will occur after acceptance of an offer of employment and prior tocommencingwork.Additionally employeesare required tocomplete the federal I-9/E-Verify process.
Drug and Alcohol TestingPolicy
Employees may be subject to undergoingadditionaldrug screens and/or alcohol testing at any time during the period of employment including without prior notice.
EEO Statement
Chloeta provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.
About Chloeta
Chloeta is a Native American owned enterpriseprovidinga diverse range of engineering scientific and technical solutions to support military energy homeland security emergency preparedness and critical infrastructure requirements.
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
