Archaeologist IV

Overview Location(s): East Coast / Florida Work Environment: Field / Remote Compensation: $75,000-95,000 annually*  Dudek’s journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California’s water and wastewater agencies.  Today, we are a 100% employee-owned firm supporting clients nationwide and delivering projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments of communities throughout the United States. Our work has been recognized by leading industry organizations, and we’ve been honored with multiple national Top Workplace Awards.   Our employee-owners are unified by a singular commitment to supporting projects that address key societal issues, such as the transition to renewable energy, infrastructure hardening and repair, environmental protection, and community resilience.  Learn more about our  award-winning culture , the  benefits and perks  of being a Dudekian, and the  projects  you will have the opportunity to shape.  Position Overview Who You Are   As an  employee-owner , you embrace accountability, working safely, and collaboration while thinking resourcefully and independently.   Like all Dudekians, you are curious and  solution-oriented , with the ability to adapt quickly to changes and approach challenges with a spirit of  innovation .  How You’ll Make an Impact   We’re looking for an experienced Archaeologist to serve as a technical leader on complex cultural resource management (CRM) projects to join our Florida based team. Direct experience working in Florida (particularly South Florida) is strongly desired, as is the ability to travel and work outside of this region. Archaeological experience in additional states along the Eastern Seaboard is a plus. In this role, you’ll coordinate with clients, lead field investigations, shape research strategies, and apply advanced methods to real-world archaeological challenges. You’ll oversee key technical work — from developing field methodologies and analyzing data to ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. As a subject matter expert, you’ll provide guidance to clients and project teams, mentor junior staff, and help drive high-quality, defensible results. This role requires deep expertise in archaeological field methods, artifact analysis, and geospatial tools, along with a strong understanding of industry standards and regulatory requirements. You’ll also collaborate across teams to keep work aligned with project goals and timelines. Dudek has a strong, invested, and collaborative cultural resources team with members located in surrounding regions. A successful applicant will be proactive, team-oriented, and eager to collaborate with both the cultural resources group and the broader Dudek regional environmental team. You will work closely with, and be supervised by, Dudek’s senior archaeologist on the Florida based team. To thrive at Dudek, you should be comfortable with freedom and accountability. We value collaborative, resourceful, and independent thinkers. We look for curious, solution-focused people who are able to adapt quickly to an ever-changing industry. There is no single way to solve a problem, so we support your creative approaches to solve problems. Duties and Responsibilities   Technical Leadership and Field Methodologies Designs and implements advanced archaeological field survey, excavation, and site assessment methodologies. Possesses ability to use key technologies, such as ground penetrating radar, GIS, LiDAR, laser scanning, and remote sensing to enhance site analysis and predictive modeling. Develops and refines artifact recovery, documentation, and conservation techniques. Ensures consistency and accuracy in field data collection through quality control measures. Data Analysis and Research Conducts high-level statistical and geospatial analysis to interpret archaeological findings. Develops predictive modeling techniques for identifying and assessing archaeological sensitivity areas. Integrates environmental, geological, and hydrological data into cultural resource analyses. Performs detailed artifact analysis, including material composition studies and use-wear analysis. Technical Reporting and Documentation Prepares and peer reviews comprehensive technical reports, ensuring accuracy in methodologies, findings, and regulatory compliance. Develops and refines standardized reporting procedures and documentation protocols. Mentorship and Technical Training Provides technical training and mentors junior archaeologists in advanced field methods, data analysis, and reporting standards. Develops internal best practices for field documentation, artifact processing, and regulatory compliance. Conducts workshops and training sessions on emerging archaeological technologies and methodologies. Mentorship and Technical Training Business Development Leverages technical expertise to help sell focused services, including writing proposals, developing budgets, and coordinating with the team to market to potential clients and client sectors. Partners with Project Managers/Proposal Champions on complex project pursuits. Actively monitors and responds effectively to technology, research, and industry trends. Minimum Qualifications  Experience: 12+ years’ experience in archaeological fieldwork, technical research, and CRM, including a minimum of 5 years’ experience designing and leading fieldwork and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Education: Advanced degree (Masters or Doctorate) in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related field. Meets the Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualifications Standards for Archaeology. Demonstrated technical writing and documentation skills. Ability to mentor and train junior staff in technical and methodological aspects of archaeological fieldwork and lab processing. Experience working with indigenous communities and facilitating triba