Submerged Pre-Contact Archaeologist/Geoarchaeologist (Offshore Wind Sect

Job Title: Submerged Pre-Contact Archaeologist/Geoarchaeologist
Job Location: Pensacola, FL (preferred)
Job Posting #: SG-OSW-2024
Job Link: SEARCH Job Postings - Direct Applications

Position Information

SEARCH has an immediate opening for a Submerged Pre-Contact Archaeologist/Geoarchaeologist to join our Offshore Wind Sector to support offshore wind projects throughout the nation. This is a full-time salaried position based out of our Pensacola, FL office, though accommodations for remote work may be considered on an individual basis depending on the candidate’s location and qualifications.

The position will be responsible for processing and interpreting marine geophysical data (including magnetometer/gradiometer side-scan sonar, sub-bottom profiler/seismic, and multibeam echosounder), with a specialization in subsurface data interpretation and paleolandscape reconstruction for the identification of ancient submerged landform features. The position also requires knowledge of the acquisition and processing of geoarchaeological cores from a marine environment, travel to various processing laboratories, and occasional monitoring on a marine survey contractor vessel during core acquisition. The candidate will have solid technical writing skills and the ability to produce reports for review by subject matter experts on behalf of federal, state, and tribal agencies under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and the National Environmental Policy Act. The candidate also will be detail-oriented and organized, work well with others, and be able to work efficiently on simultaneous projects under tight deadlines.

We provide a flexible work environment, a professional and collaborative atmosphere, and a wide range of projects and opportunities for our staff. SEARCH offers a competitive total compensation package with strong health and wellness and retirement plans. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, group term life insurance, 401(k) plan with match, 10 paid holidays per year, and accrued paid time off (PTO). Pay is commensurate with education and experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain the highest professional image for our clients, coworkers, media, and general public;
• Complete work under budgetary assignment and project and permitting timelines;
• Communicate project status and developments with Offshore Wind Sector Leader, Principal Investigators, and Project Managers;
• Assist with the development of project-specific research designs;
• Support GIS, data analyses, and reporting for offshore wind projects;
• Perform offshore wind specific laboratory work and analyses;
• Extended travel to non-local laboratories to process geoarchaeological cores;
• Occasional extended time as a QMA monitor on an offshore vessel;
• Uphold the highest reporting standards; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required:

• Master’s degree in Anthropology, History, Historical Archaeology, or a related field; Experience within a maritime archaeology environment encompassing time in field, laboratory, and office (graduate field school acceptable);
• Knowledge in the acquisition, processing, and interpretation of sub-bottom profiler/seismic data;
• Experience with geophysical acquisition and processing software (e.g., Chesapeake Technology SonarWiz);
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite;
• Familiarity with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (Title 54 U.S.C. § 306108) and its implementing regulations (36 CFR Part 800); and
• Technical writing experience. 

Qualifications Preferred:

• Background/training in sedimentology and stratigraphy, particularly in a marine environment;
• Experience with the collection, processing, and documentation of sediment cores from submerged environments;
• Familiarity with geologic ground models;
• Experience engaging with Native American Tribes/Tribal Nations;
• Proficient with S&P Global (formerly IHS Markit) Kingdom software (Seismic Direct and Geophysics) and Esri ArcGIS;
• Magnetometer, side-scan sonar, and multibeam echosounder data acquisition, processing, and interpretation;
• Experience preparing reports for government agency review; and
• Familiarity with the National Environmental Policy Act (Title 42 U.S.C. § 4321 et seq.) and NEPA Substitution for Section 106 (36 CFR § 800.8).

Application Requirements

• Cover letter;
• CV/resume;
• Minimum of three professional references; and
• Writing sample (upon request).

Other Important Need-To-Know Info:

• Must be willing to occasionally travel out of town at a moment’s notice for extended periods of time.
• Applicants must be eligible to be employed in the United States.
• SEARCH is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where a variety of backgrounds, cultures, orientations, ideas, and talents can flourish.
• SEARCH is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• SEARCH is an Affirmative Action Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
• Employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory verification of criminal, education, driving, and/or employment background checks as well as passing results from a pre-employment drug screen.
• We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or, if requested, to participate in an interview, please let us know.

SEARCH Compensation and Benefits include:

• Competitive Salary
• Per Diem (for overnight travel)
• SEARCH-subsidized Group Health Insurance (including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage)
• SEARCH-provided Short-Term Disability Insurance
• SEARCH-provided Long-Term Disability Insurance
• SEARCH-provided Group Term Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Emergency Travel Assistance
• Generous 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Holidays (10)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Merit-Based Raises, Bonuses, and Promotions

About SEARCH:

Over land and under water, SEARCH is an archaeology firm that deploys the full spectrum of cultural heritage services worldwide. SEARCH2O, its maritime program, is at the forefront of historic shipwreck and submerged pre-contact archaeology, paleolandscape reconstruction, and deep-water archaeology. SEARCH’s staff are cultural resources industry leaders, pioneers, and subject matter experts across 45 Market, Regional, and Research Sectors. Since 1993, SEARCH has completed more than 4,500 commercial and government projects in 48 US states, 6 US territories, and 36 countries spanning 7 continents and 4 oceans. By integrating science, technology, and creativity, SEARCH harnesses the power of the past to advance the projects, places, and people it serves.

SEARCH recognizes the importance of the offshore wind industry to our nation’s energy future and therefore established the Offshore Wind Sector to provide dedicated cultural resources support to developers. SEARCH employs one of the nation’s largest team of professionals, including Qualified Marine Archaeologists (QMA), Terrestrial Archaeologists, Architectural Historians, Tribal Engagement Specialists, and Geospatial Scientists supporting the Offshore Wind Sector. Our team navigates projects through the federal permitting process, while protecting our cultural heritage on land and under water.

For more information about SEARCH, please visit www.searchinc.com and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

Please send inquiries about the position to jorge.quintana@searchinc.com. Include the Job Posting code (SG-OSW-2024) in the subject line of your email.