Internships at CRA

 

Since 1998, CRA has introduced a variety of student interns to cultural resource management, some of which have gone on to full employment with CRA.

 

If you are interested in potential internship opportunities, please send an email with your interest and resume to Bridgette Robinson.

Job Opportunities

CRA is always looking for qualified, highly-motivated professionals to join our team. We work on a wide variety of projects each year across a full range of cultural resource services and are constantly building upon our reputation for responsive, high caliber work. This reputation is rooted in each and every one of our staff, including our archaeologists, architectural historians, editors, cartographers, and administrative personnel. If you are ready to contribute to our mission of providing outstanding service to our clients across the country, we want to hear from you.

 

CRA offers competitive salaries and a benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; a retirement savings plan; and paid time off benefits. CRA is an equal opportunity employer.

 

Want to submit a general inquiry regarding employment opportunities or be considered for a position not posted below? Please submit your information via our CRA job application portal so that we can make sure it gets to the right person.

CURRENT OPENINGS

Field Technician (Lexington, Kentucky)

Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc.’s (CRA’s) Kentucky Office is currently seeking archaeological field technicians for phase I archaeological surveys located in south-central and western Kentucky. A bachelor’s degree in anthropology or archaeology, attendance in a field school, and fieldwork experience are required. Regional fieldwork experience is preferred. It is imperative that candidates be able to work 8–10 hour days in a variety of conditions. Stooping, bending, and lifting are essential functions of this position.  One survey will begin in mid-December and likely last through February, while another will begin in mid-January and likely last into early March.

 

Employment Type: Hourly, Part-Time

These positions are temporary, but technicians who excel in their work will be considered for continuing work after the completion of this project.

 

Compensation: $19.25 to $21.25 per hour; based on experience

Work days will begin and end at the hotel site. For non-local field technicians, a per diem rate of $46.00 will be issued. Single occupancy lodging will be provided for all days worked.

 

Benefits: CRA is a member firm of the American Cultural Resources Association (ACRA). ACRA, through a partnership with the Small Association Leadership Alliance (SALA), is pleased to offer its members a new ACRA Healthcare Program. Part-time and temporary employees, such as field technicians, who work for ACRA member firms are eligible to enroll. Once you are enrolled in health care through this program, you continue coverage even if you change jobs. Your coverage only discontinues if you terminate it. More information on plans, pricing and how to enroll in the plan(s) will be included with New Hire documents.

 

Qualifications:

    • A bachelor’s degree in anthropology and completion of an archaeological field school is required.
    • One year of experience as a field technician is preferred. Preference will be given to those with historic archaeological field experience.
    • Must be able to work in variable field and weather conditions, be physically fit, and able to navigate efficiently in remote areas.
    • Must be able to stoop, bend, lift heavy objects, work while standing, and do general manual labor such as digging, sifting, and moving wheelbarrows of dirt from one location to another.
    • Must possess problem solving skills to identify problems, develop, evaluate options, and implement solutions, must be resourceful and able to complete tasks in the most effective manner, must be able to follow directions and work independently as needed.

 

DESCRIPTION

The wage rate for this project will typically be $19.25 to $21.25 per hour, depending on experience. Work days will begin and end at the hotel site. For non-local field technicians, a per diem rate of $46.00 will be issued. Single occupancy lodging will be provided for all days worked. The survey beginning in mid-December will be a 5 day on, 2 day off schedule for the duration, with a two week break for the holidays. The mid-January survey will be 10 days on, 4 days off. For out of state residents, hotels will be provided for the latter survey on the 4 day weekends.

A bachelor’s degree in anthropology and attendance in a field school are required. Candidates need to have a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a willingness and demonstrated ability to work and hike in adverse weather conditions. Stooping, bending  and lifting are essential functions of the position. The Field Technician position is under the direction of Staff Archaeologists and Principal Investigators. Duties may range from assisting in activities associated with the excavation of test units and features, screening, backfilling excavated areas, and cleaning/packaging/labeling archaeological artifacts.

 

Please indicate when you will be available, and submit a resume and three references to the following link: CRA job application portal .

 

If you have questions, please contact Bridgette Robinson at  barobinson@crai-ky.com, or mail to Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc., 151 Walton Avenue, Lexington, KY 40508 ATTN: B. Robinson.

 

For the past four decades, CRA has been recognized as one of the most respected, full-service cultural resource consulting firms in the United States. This success is directly attributed to CRA’s retention of an experienced, highly-skilled, multi-disciplinary team of cultural resource management professionals. With an understanding that it is the expertise and dedication of our team that forms the foundation of our reputation for high-quality work, CRA invests in its people and their professional development, and fosters a collaborative environment that emphasizes teamwork. The archaeologists, architectural historians, and historic preservation professionals that CRA employs, many of whom are leaders in their fields, are the core of our success.

 

Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc. employees are required to undergo a background check that includes driving history. CRA reserves the right to perform drug/alcohol testing as a condition of continued employment. Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Field Technician (Henrico, Virginia)

Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc.’s (CRA’s) Virginia Office is currently seeking archaeological field technicians for phase II site evaluations located in Brunswick County, Virginia. A bachelor’s degree in anthropology or archaeology, attendance in a field school, and fieldwork experience are required. Regional fieldwork experience is preferred. It is imperative that candidates be able to work 8–10 hour days in a variety of conditions. Stooping, bending, and lifting are essential functions of this position. Fieldwork is scheduled for January 6–31, 2025.

 

Employment Type: Temporary

Compensation: $19.25 to $21.25 per hour; based on experience

Benefits: CRA is a member firm of the American Cultural Resources Association (ACRA). ACRA, through a partnership with the Small Association Leadership Alliance (SALA), is pleased to offer its members a new ACRA Healthcare Program. Part-time and temporary employees, such as field technicians, who work for ACRA member firms are eligible to enroll. Once you are enrolled in health care through this program, you continue coverage even if you change jobs. Your coverage only discontinues if you terminate it. More information on plans, pricing and how to enroll in the plan(s) will be included with New Hire documents.

Qualifications:

  • A bachelor’s degree in anthropology and completion of an archaeological field school is required.
  • One year of experience as a field technician is preferred. Preference will be given to those with historic archaeological field experience.
  • Must be able to work in variable field and weather conditions, be physically fit, and able to navigate efficiently in remote areas.
  • Must be able to stoop, bend, lift heavy objects, work while standing, and do general manual labor such as digging, sifting, and moving wheelbarrows of dirt from one location to another.
  • Must possess problem solving skills to identify problems, develop, evaluate options, and implement solutions, must be resourceful and able to complete tasks in the most effective manner, must be able to follow directions and work independently as needed.

 

DESCRIPTION

The wage rate for this project will typically be $19.25 to $21.25 per hour, depending on experience, with per diem of $59 per day and single occupancy hotel rooms. The Field Technician position is under the direction of Staff Archaeologists and Principal Investigators. Duties may range from assisting in activities associated with the excavation of test units and features, screening, backfilling excavated areas, and cleaning/packaging/labeling archaeological artifacts.

A bachelor’s degree in anthropology and attendance in a field school are required. Candidates need to have a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a willingness and demonstrated ability to work and hike in adverse weather conditions. Stooping, bending  and lifting are essential functions of the position.

 

Please indicate when you will be available, and submit a resume and three references to the following link: CRA job application portal .

 

If you have questions, please contact Bridgette Robinson at  barobinson@crai-ky.com, or mail to Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc., 151 Walton Avenue, Lexington, KY 40508 ATTN: B. Robinson.

 

For the past four decades, CRA has been recognized as one of the most respected, full-service cultural resource consulting firms in the United States. This success is directly attributed to CRA’s retention of an experienced, highly-skilled, multi-disciplinary team of cultural resource management professionals. With an understanding that it is the expertise and dedication of our team that forms the foundation of our reputation for high-quality work, CRA invests in its people and their professional development, and fosters a collaborative environment that emphasizes teamwork. The archaeologists, architectural historians, and historic preservation professionals that CRA employs, many of whom are leaders in their fields, are the core of our success.

 

Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc. employees are required to undergo a background check that includes driving history. CRA reserves the right to perform drug/alcohol testing as a condition of continued employment. Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Geophysical Archaeologist (Lexington, Kentucky)

Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc. (CRA) seeks a Geophysical Archaeologist for our Lexington, Kentucky, office. We are looking for a dedicated professional seeking a permanent, full-time position. This position is intended for a qualified individual who will be part of our archaeology and geophysics and remote sensing teams. The candidate would ideally split time between our archaeology and geophysical departments dependent on project needs.

 

Employment Type: Salaried; Full-Time

Compensation: $50,000 to $65,000 annually; negotiable commensurate with experience

Benefits: Full-time offers:

    • Medical, Vision, Dental, Life (99% of employee medical coverage paid by employer)
    • Flexible Spending Plan offered
    • 401(k) (up to 5% employer matched)
    • Life insurance (100% paid by employer)
    • Supplemental insurance policies offered (short-term disability, cancer, hospitalization)
    • Paid holidays (10 days per year)
    • Paid Time Off (80 hours for Year 1; 120 hours for Year 2; and 160 hours for Year 3), and employees that have been with the company 10 years or more get 5 weeks (200 hours) of PTO
    • Paid Family Leave. New mothers and fathers both get one week of paid leave. New mothers get a “short term disability” benefit that is paid by the company. This is generally 6–8 weeks or as prescribed by their doctor.
    • Professional development stipend ($1,000 per year)
    • Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA) annual renewal payment for Affiliated status

 

Experience: Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in anthropology, geosciences, or closely related field

 

Job Description and Responsibilities:

    • The Geophysical Archaeologist position works under the direction of a Principal Investigator or a Senior Geophysicist, and will participate in the planning and performance of archaeological/geophysical field projects;
    • Responsibilities will include conducting pre-field research, mobilizing field projects, providing supervision to field technicians, overseeing archaeological field projects, data analysis, authoring or co-authoring written reports of findings, and completing site forms;
    • Project types may include archaeological monitoring, survey, evaluation, and data recovery projects, including projects that will require overnight stays.
    • Geophysical surveys will include set up and break down of geophysical and GNSS equipment, carrying/pushing geophysical instruments, and towing geophysical equipment with an ATV
    • Geophysical data processing will include data download and quality checks, basic data processing using proprietary software, GIS, and in-house computer code

 

Specific skills we are looking for in this position include:

    • Experience with cultural resource management
    • Experience collecting archaeo-geophysical data
    • Experience with GNSS and mapping technologies
    • Overall good computer skills and ability to problem solve
    • Other qualifications include excellent writing and verbal communication skills, strong organizational skills, and technological proficiency that includes some experience with GIS and relational databases.

 

Qualifications:

    • Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in anthropology, geosciences, or closely related field
    • Experience with field methods of at least one near-surface geophysical technique (GPR, magnetometry, EMI, Electrical Resistance, down-hole methods)
    • Basic GIS skills, experience with an open-source toolkit including QGIS is preferred
    • Basic mapping skills with GNSS and total station
    • Experience with UAS (drones) and SfM photogrammetry is preferred
    • Ability to travel
    • Due to the nature of the role, a reasonable level of physical fitness is required (tasks include extended periods of walking across rough terrain and loading/unloading of equipment)
    • Ability to work in all weather conditions
    • Experience with archaeological excavations methods
    • Ability to cooperate with a team in various environments, as well as work independently
    • Capable of improvising and troubleshooting in the field
    • Able to manage time effectively and prioritize responsibilities

 

DESCRIPTION

With offices in eight states, CRA conducts all phases of archaeological investigations across much of the United States. The geophysics and remote sensing program at CRA conducts a variety of projects throughout the United States and employs cutting-edge data collection and processing techniques. The ideal candidate will have a graduate degree in Anthropology or Geosciences with a background in anthropological archaeology, and a minimum of 1 year of experience with near-surface geophysical field and processing methods. The candidate will be expected to perform archaeological surveys and excavations and execute archaeo-geophysical surveys involving a range of techniques including but not limited to GPR, magnetometry, EMI, and electrical resistance. Projects will also involve the use of global navigation satellite systems (GNSS) and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV). Geophysical project assignments will involve data collection, and assisting with processing data, creating graphical outputs, and preparing detailed reports. It is imperative that candidates be able to work 8 to 10 hour days in a variety of field conditions. Stooping, bending, and lifting are essential functions of these positions.

 

To apply, please indicate when you will be available and submit a letter of interest and a resume with three references under the appropriate position as listed at the following link: CRA job application portal .

 

Please contact the Director of Geophysics and Remote Sensing Jeremy Menzer (jgmenzer@crai-ky.com) with any questions about the position

 

You can also apply by sending a letter of interest along with your resume and three professional references to Bridgette Robinson at barobinson@crai-ky.com, or mail to Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc., 151 Walton Avenue, Lexington, KY 40508 ATTN: B. Robinson.

 

Applicants must be eligible to work for ANY employer in the U.S. CRA does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

 

For the past four decades, CRA has been recognized as one of the most respected, full-service cultural resource consulting firms in the United States. This success is directly attributed to CRA’s retention of an experienced, highly-skilled, multi-disciplinary team of cultural resource management professionals. With an understanding that it is the expertise and dedication of our team that forms the foundation of our reputation for high-quality work, CRA invests in its people and their professional development, and fosters a collaborative environment that emphasizes teamwork. The archaeologists, architectural historians, and historic preservation professionals that CRA employs, many of whom are leaders in their fields, are the core of our success.

 

CRA employees are required to undergo a background check that includes driving history. CRA reserves the right to perform drug/alcohol testing as a condition of continued employment. CRA does not use non-compete clauses for any of our positions. Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Principal Investigator (Shreveport, Louisiana)

Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc. (CRA) is seeking qualified candidates to join our Louisiana office, and we are currently accepting applications for Principal Investigator. Our Louisiana office is located in Shreveport, in the heart of the Ark-La-Tex region, and was established in 2010 to support clients in Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Mississippi. This is a full-time, salaried position that is eligible for a remote work option.

 

Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $74,000 – $92,000; based on experience

Benefits: Full-time offers:

    • Medical, Vision, Dental, Life (99% of employee medical coverage paid by employer)
    • Flexible Spending Plan offered
    • 401(k) (up to 5% employer matched)
    • Life insurance (100% paid by employer)
    • Supplemental insurance policies offered (short-term disability, cancer, hospitalization)
    • Paid holidays (10 days per year)
    • Paid Time Off (80 hours for Year 1; 120 hours for Year 2; and 160 hours for Year 3), and employees that have been with the company 10 years or more get 5 weeks (200 hours) of PTO
    • Paid Family Leave. The latter would consist of new mothers and fathers both get one week paid leave. New mothers get a “short term disability” benefit that is paid by the company.
    • Professional development stipend ($1,000 per year)
    • Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA) annual renewal payment for Affiliated status

 

Experience: Minimum 5 years; PhD or MA in anthropology preferred

 

Job Description and Responsibilities:

    • Responsible for solicitation of new projects and the preparation of proposals and budgets;
    • Oversee project logistics, and provide project oversight including budget and schedule tracking;
    • Execution of phase I (inventory level survey), phase II (National Register evaluation), and phase III (data recovery) projects throughout the South Central and Southeastern U.S.;
    • Conduct prefield and archival research;
    • Direct fieldwork and laboratory analysis;
    • Responsible for preparation of, and technical review of, reports of findings.

 

Qualifications:

    • A graduate degree in anthropology
    • The preferred candidate will have at least 5 years’ experience supervising all phases of archaeological investigation, especially National Register evaluations and mitigation projects, in the  Southeastern and/or South Central United States.
    • Qualification under the Secretary of the Interior Standards (36 CFR 61) in archaeology
    • A demonstrated ability to write clearly and professionally
    • Previous experience writing CRM reports is required
    • Detail oriented, strong organizational skills, and technologically proficient including experience with GIS and relational databases
    • Ability to use GPS units and navigate efficiently in remote areas
    • It is imperative that candidates be able to work 8-10 hour days in a variety of field conditions
    • There will be frequent stays away from the office. Hiking, stooping, bending, and lifting are essential functions of this position.
    • Registered with the Register of Professional Archaeologists (RPA) or will be eligible for RPA registration
    • Have additional qualifications? Let us know where you excel!

 

Please indicate when you will be available, and submit a resume with three references to the following link:

CRA job application portal

 

Please contact Louisiana Office Director of Operations, Jay Gray (jwgray@crai-ky.com) with any questions about the position.

 

CRA has enjoyed over 40 years of being business! For over four decades, CRA has been recognized as one of the most respected, full-service cultural resource consulting firms in the United States. This success is directly attributed to CRA’s retention of an experienced, highly-skilled, multi-disciplinary team of cultural resource management professionals. With an understanding that it is the expertise and dedication of our team that forms the foundation of our reputation for high-quality work, CRA invests in its people and their professional development, and fosters a collaborative environment that emphasizes teamwork. The archaeologists, architectural historians, and historic preservation professionals that CRA employs, many of whom are leaders in their fields, are the core of our success. Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc. employees are required to undergo a background check that includes driving history. CRA reserves the right to perform drug/alcohol testing as a condition of continued employment. Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Principal Investigator (Evansville, Indiana)

CRA seeks a Principal Investigator to work out of our Evansville, Indiana office.

 

Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $50,000 – $80,000; based on experience

Benefits: Full-time offers:

    • Medical, Vision, Dental, Life (99% of employee medical coverage paid by employer)
    • Flexible Spending Plan offered
    • 401(k) (up to 5% employer matched)
    • Life insurance (100% paid by employer)
    • Supplemental insurance policies offered (short-term disability, cancer, hospitalization)
    • Paid holidays (10 days per year)
    • Paid Time Off (80 hours for Year 1; 120 hours for Year 2; and 160 hours for Year 3), and employees that have been with the company 10 years or more get 5 weeks (200 hours) of PTO
    • Paid Family Leave. The latter would consist of new mothers and fathers both get one week paid leave. New mothers get a “short term disability” benefit that is paid by the company.
    • Professional development stipend ($1,000 per year)
    • Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA) annual renewal payment for Affiliated status

 

Experience: Minimum 3 years

 

Job Description and Responsibilities:

    • Direct and manage compliance projects for clients in both the public and private sectors, including multiple simultaneous projects;
    • Prepare proposals and budgets, develop scopes of work, oversee projects and manage field crews;
    • Conduct fieldwork for all phases of archaeological monitoring, survey, evaluation, and data recovery, including projects that may require stays away from home;
    • Conduct analyses, interpret analytical data, and prepare technical reports for all phases of fieldwork;
    • Supervise field staff, including review and editing of technical reports; and
    • Contribute to business development and interact with clients in a professional and effective manner.

 

Qualifications:

    • A graduate degree in Anthropology or Archaeology
    • The preferred candidate will have at least 3 years’ experience supervising all phases of archaeological investigation, especially National Register evaluations and mitigation projects, in the Midwest and/or Southeastern United States.
    • Qualification under the Secretary of the Interior Standards (36 CFR 61) in archaeology
    • A demonstrated ability to write clearly and professionally
    • Previous experience writing CRM reports is required
    • Detail oriented, strong organizational skills, and technologically proficient including experience with databases
    • Experience in the preparation of proposals, budgets, and scopes of work
    • Ability to use GPS units and navigate efficiently in remote areas
    • It is imperative that candidates be able to work 8-10 hour days in a variety of field conditions
    • There will be frequent stays away from the office. Hiking, stooping, bending, and lifting are essential functions of this position.
    • Have additional qualifications? Let us know where you excel!

 

Please indicate when you will be available, and submit a resume with three references to the following link:

CRA job application portal

 

If you have questions, please contact Andy Martin via email (amartin@crai-ky.com) or phone (812) 253-3009.

 

CRA has enjoyed over 40 years of being business! For over four decades, CRA has been recognized as one of the most respected, full-service cultural resource consulting firms in the United States. This success is directly attributed to CRA’s retention of an experienced, highly-skilled, multi-disciplinary team of cultural resource management professionals. With an understanding that it is the expertise and dedication of our team that forms the foundation of our reputation for high-quality work, CRA invests in its people and their professional development, and fosters a collaborative environment that emphasizes teamwork. The archaeologists, architectural historians, and historic preservation professionals that CRA employs, many of whom are leaders in their fields, are the core of our success. Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc. employees are required to undergo a background check that includes driving history. CRA reserves the right to perform drug/alcohol testing as a condition of continued employment. Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Staff Archaeologist (Knoxville, Tennessee)

Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc. (CRA) is seeking qualified candidates to join our Tennessee office. We are currently accepting applications for a Staff Archaeologist position. Qualified Principal Investigators are also encouraged to apply! Our Tennessee office is in downtown Knoxville and was established in 2010 to support clients throughout the southeast. This advertised position is full-time and salaried.

 

Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $50,000 to $60,000 annually; based on experience

Benefits: Full-time offers:

    • Medical, Vision, Dental, Life (99% of employee medical coverage paid by employer)
    • Flexible Spending Plan offered
    • 401(k) (up to 5% employer matched)
    • Life insurance (100% paid by employer)
    • Supplemental insurance policies offered (short-term disability, cancer, hospitalization)
    • Paid holidays (10 days per year)
    • Paid Time Off (80 hours for Year 1; 120 hours for Year 2; and 160 hours for Year 3), and employees that have been with the company 10 years or more get 5 weeks (200 hours) of PTO
    • Paid Family Leave; New mothers and fathers both get one-week paid leave. New mothers get a “short term disability” benefit that is paid by the company. This is generally 6-8 weeks or as prescribed by their doctor
    • Professional development stipend ($1,000 per year)
    • Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA) annual renewal payment for Affiliated status

 

Experience: Graduate degree in Anthropology

 

Qualifications:

    • A graduate degree in Anthropology;
    • Qualification under the Secretary of the Interior Standards (48 FR 44716) in archaeology;
    • RPA, or eligible for RPA;
    • Ability to work in a variety of field conditions, and to navigate efficiently in remote areas;
    • Have additional qualifications? Let us know where you excel!

 

DESCRIPTION

The Staff Archaeologist position is under the direction of a Principal Investigator, and will involve participation in the planning and performance of archaeological field projects. Responsibilities will include conducting pre-field research, mobilizing field projects, providing supervision to field technicians, overseeing archaeological field projects, authoring or co-authoring written reports of findings, and completing site forms. Project types may include archaeological monitoring, survey, evaluation, and data recovery projects, including projects that will require stays away from home.

 

This is a full-time, salaried position with a competitive benefit package. Salary is dependent upon experience, education, and added skill sets and training.  Please indicate when you will be available, and submit resume and three references to the following link: CRA job application portal .

 

Please contact Tennessee Office Director of Operations, Travis Hurdle (twhurdle@crai-ky.com) with any questions about the position.

 

For the past four decades, CRA has been recognized as one of the most respected, full-service cultural resource consulting firms in the United States. This success is directly attributed to CRA’s retention of an experienced, highly-skilled, multi-disciplinary team of cultural resource management professionals. With an understanding that it is the expertise and dedication of our team that forms the foundation of our reputation for high-quality work, CRA invests in its people and their professional development, and fosters a collaborative environment that emphasizes teamwork. The archaeologists, architectural historians, and historic preservation professionals that CRA employs, many of whom are leaders in their fields, are the core of our success.

 

Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc. employees are required to undergo a background check that includes driving history. CRA reserves the right to perform drug/alcohol testing as a condition of continued employment. CRA does not use non-compete clauses for any of our positions. Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Staff Archaeologist (Shreveport, Louisiana)

Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc. (CRA) is seeking qualified candidates to join our Louisiana office, and we are currently accepting applications for Staff Archaeologist. Our Louisiana office is located in Shreveport, in the heart of the Ark-La-Tex region, and was established in 2010 to support clients in Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Mississippi. This is a full-time, salaried position that is eligible for a remote work option.

 

Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $50,000 to $60,000 annually; based on experience

Benefits: Full-time offers:

    • Medical, Vision, Dental, Life (99% of employee medical coverage paid by employer)
    • Flexible Spending Plan offered
    • 401(k) (up to 5% employer matched)
    • Life insurance (100% paid by employer)
    • Supplemental insurance policies offered (short-term disability, cancer, hospitalization)
    • Paid holidays (10 days per year)
    • Paid Time Off (80 hours for Year 1; 120 hours for Year 2; and 160 hours for Year 3), and employees that have been with the company 10 years or more get 5 weeks (200 hours) of PTO
    • Paid Family Leave. The latter would consist of new mothers and fathers both get one week paid leave. New mothers get a “short term disability” benefit that is paid by the company.
    • Professional development stipend ($1,000 per year)
    • Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA) annual renewal payment for Affiliated status

 

Experience: Minimum 3 years; PhD or MA in anthropology preferred

 

DESCRIPTION

 

CRA is seeking qualified candidates for a Staff Archaeologist position in our Shreveport, Louisiana, office.  The ideal candidate will have a PhD or MA in anthropology with a minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in cultural resource contracting, and will meet the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards (36 CFR Part 61) for archaeology. Other qualifications include excellent writing and verbal communication skills, strong organizational skills, and technological proficiency that includes some experience with GIS and relational databases. Qualified applicants will be registered with the Register of Professional Archaeologists, or will be eligible for RPA registration. It is imperative that candidates be able to work 8 to 10 hour days in a variety of field conditions. Stooping, bending, and lifting are essential functions of this position.

 

This is a full-time, salaried position with a competitive benefit package. Salary is dependent upon experience, education, and added skill sets and training.  Please indicate when you will be available, and submit resume and three references to the following link: CRA job application portal .

 

Please contact Louisiana Office Director of Operations, Jay Gray (jwgray@crai-ky.com) with any questions about the position.

 

For the past four decades, CRA has been recognized as one of the most respected, full-service cultural resource consulting firms in the United States. This success is directly attributed to CRA’s retention of an experienced, highly-skilled, multi-disciplinary team of cultural resource management professionals. With an understanding that it is the expertise and dedication of our team that forms the foundation of our reputation for high-quality work, CRA invests in its people and their professional development, and fosters a collaborative environment that emphasizes teamwork. The archaeologists, architectural historians, and historic preservation professionals that CRA employs, many of whom are leaders in their fields, are the core of our success.

 

Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc. employees are required to undergo a background check that includes driving history. CRA reserves the right to perform drug/alcohol testing as a condition of continued employment. Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.