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Senior Archaeologist

ICF
Carson, NV Full Time
POSTED ON 11/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/4/2026
Description

Senior Archaeologist

ICF seeks an experienced mid-career Senior Archaeologist for our West region with a focus on the Great Basin, in particular.  This position can be fully or partially remote, and applicants living throughout Nevada, Utah, or California are encouraged to apply. The Archaeologist should be comfortable working across the primary disciplines that comprise cultural resources management (archaeology, built environment, tribal resources, landscapes) and comfortably navigate between project management (scoping, staffing, progress reporting) and delivery of technical services (quality control, schedule, cost).

This position includes performing historical research, fieldwork, and report writing for archaeology studies and developing and implementing regulatory compliance solutions in support of our clients’ compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). At ICF, you will work with talented and passionate individuals and will grow with a firm that believes in nurturing talent to develop long-term career success. Our cultural resources team includes experts in architectural history, history, archaeology, GIS, data management, environmental regulations, and planning.  

Why You Will Love Working Here

  • Quality of life: Flexible workplace arrangements, work-life balance 
  • Investment of the community: Donation matching, volunteer opportunities
  • Investment in you: Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan 
  • And many, many more (Ask your recruiter for more details!)

What You Will Be Doing

  • Work on projects related to environmental compliance and cultural resource management, including client contact, task order management, budget control, invoicing, schedule, personnel allocation/planning, and subcontractor involvement
  • Lead or participate in investigations that identify and evaluate resources for National Register of Historic Places, assess project effects on resources, develop resource management recommendations, and provide support to address complex management challenges that require a command of technical and regulatory knowledge
  • Collaborate in integrated teams of cultural resources specialists (archaeologists, historians, ethnographers, landscape historians, etc) to solve problems alongside natural resources scientists, planners, regulators, engineers, and other stakeholders
  • Support clients to achieve long-term objectives and efficiencies, from programmatic strategies and feasibility studies through implementation, operations, and maintenance

What You Will Need To Have (Minimum Qualifications)

  • Master’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology or related field.
  • 7 years of professional experience in cultural resources management.
  • Experience working within NEPA and Section 106 regulatory requirements
  • Experience obtaining concurrence NHPA Section 106 findings and serving as archaeology lead for the full cycle of Section 106 review.

What We’d Like You to Have (Preferred Qualifications):  

  • Registered Professional Archaeologist certification.
  • Thorough knowledge of Great Basin native American tribes and regional contexts.
  • Strong fieldwork skills including pedestrian and subsurface survey, testing and evaluation, and a working knowledge of GPS.
  • Qualifications and experience to be BLM-permitted as a Principal Investigator in California and Nevada.
  • Experience and knowledge of California Environmental Quality Act regulatory requirements
  • A background working with private and public sector clients and regulatory agencies.

Professional Skills You Will Use

  • A desire to participate in and contribute to a progressive work environment for employee development and career fulfillment
  • A desire to excel and passion for rewarding work on complex environmental challenges in a team environment
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and empathy
  • Demonstrated ability to think strategically
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a multi-disciplinary environment
  • Orientation toward fulfilling client objectives

Bot and Third-Party Applications

Please note that this application must be submitted directly by the applicant for consideration. Failure to do so may result in the application being excluded for consideration. Applicants needing an accommodation for disability or religious purposes in connection with the application process should contact Candidateaccommodation@icf.com for assistance.

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. 

Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process. 

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.  

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$67,355.00 - $114,503.00

Nevada Remote Office (NV99)

Salary : $67,355 - $114,503

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