Archaeologist Writer

Asheville, North Carolina IDj\-16572 Job TypeFull Time Remote TypeHybrid Job Summary The Archaeologist Writer provides technical expertise in archaeological research, laboratory analysis, cultural resource documentation, and technical report development in support of disaster recovery efforts for a federal agency. This position supports federal projects by conducting archaeological laboratory analysis, developing historic and precontact contexts, synthesizing archaeological and geospatial data, and preparing technical documentation required for compliance with the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Archaeological Resources Protection Act (ARPA), and other federal cultural resource regulations. Supervisory Responsibilities: No Job Classification: Permanent; Full Time, Non Exempt Duty Station: Asheville, NC Travel: Travel up to 75%. (Travel required throughout the National Forests in North Carolina) Duration: This role is anticipated to last 6 months, with the possibility of extension pending contract options. Duties/Responsibilities Conduct archaeological laboratory analysis of precontact and historic\-period artifacts in support of cultural resource investigations and disaster recovery projects. Develop comprehensive precontact and historic context overviews through archival research, literature review, and analysis of archaeological and historical data. Research and prepare historic contexts that establish thematic, temporal, and geographic frameworks for evaluating cultural resources and historic properties. Prepare technical reports documenting archaeological laboratory findings, artifact analyses, and cultural resource investigations. Author and contribute to NHPA Section 106 reports, NHPA Section 110 reports, ARPA reports, NEPA specialist reports, and other cultural resource compliance documentation. Synthesize archaeological field data, laboratory results, geospatial information, and archival research into clear, accurate, and defensible technical reports. Prepare cultural resource inventory reports, site documentation, monitoring reports, and archaeological survey summaries. Analyze and interpret archaeological data collected through field investigations, including artifact assemblages, site records, and spatial datasets. Conduct historic and cultural landscape analyses using archival research, literature reviews, field inventories, and oral history interviews. Evaluate landscape characteristics and document historic land use patterns, physical features, and integrity in accordance with established historic contexts. Assist with the interpretation of specialized cultural resource investigations, including Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), metal detector surveys, LiDAR analyses, and other remote sensing technologies. Perform literature reviews, archival searches, and records research to support cultural resou