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Senior Archaeologist Wanted: Discover. Protect. Lead.

Are you a natural leader? Do you thrive on solving puzzles and tackling challenges head-on? Does doing the right thing-every single time-define your work ethic? If so, we want you to help lead our team in uncovering and preserving the stories of Oklahoma's past.

The dynamic and driven team at Environmental Research Group, LLC's Norman, Oklahoma office is seeking a Senior Archaeologist and Project Manager with the expertise and collaborative leadership to manage projects, mentor teams, and deliver top-tier cultural resource management (CRM) solutions in the Sooner State and beyond.

What You'll Do:

• Lead archaeological surveys, testing, and data recovery projects with confidence and integrity.

• Prepare and oversee regulatory and administrative communication, including background studies, field reporting, and client and staff correspondence.

• Solve complex challenges through careful analysis and problem-solving.

• Work directly with other Oklahoma office senior staff - including Oklahoma Office Manager - to provide clear and decisive leadership, fostering collaboration and growth within the team.

• Ensure every project meets compliance standards with unwavering attention to detail.

What You Bring:

• A Master's or Ph.D. in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related field.

• 10 years of CRM experience, including project management and team leadership.

• Leadership-level experience with transportation undertakings strongly preferred.

• A passion for the cultural history of the Southeast, Southern Plains, and/or related region(s).

• Strong communication skills to convey findings and guide multidisciplinary projects.

Why Join Us?

• ERG is a value-driven, employee-first company.

• Trust, expertise, and compassion drive our success, while gratitude, joy, and flexibility drive the team.

• We genuinely care about our team and the success and wellbeing of each team member.

• Work on meaningful projects that make a lasting impact on cultural preservation.

• Join a company that values integrity, leadership, and innovative problem-solving.

• Enjoy competitive salary and generous benefits with opportunities for professional growth.

Ready to Make History? If you're ready to lead, solve, and make a difference, apply today and become part of a team that's shaping our understanding of our cultural heritage.

Salary ranges from $75-90,000, commensurate with experience. Bonuses are offered for exceptional performance. Benefits package includes health insurance, paid holiday and vacation, and a 401(k) plan with employer contribution regardless of employee contribution. A relocation stipend may be considered.

To apply, please 1) complete an application on our website Senior Archaeologist - OK - Environmental Research Group Jobs including a CV and three references

and 2) complete the company Cultural Index Survey at https://go.cultureindex.com/s/I15SjCNQTB and choose "Senior Archaeologist-OK".

Successful candidates should be prepared to submit a writing sample upon request.

ERG, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability or protected veteran status. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.