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ProSidian Seeks a Lead Archaeologist & Project Manager |  [NPS0001006] Key Personnel | Project Manager Labor Category - STD Level Non-Exempt Professional aligned under services related to NAICS: 541620 located Prince William County, Virginia supporting The National Park Service oversees the preservation of national parks and historic sites.

Seeking Lead Archaeologist & Project Manager candidates with with relevant Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing, And Hunting Sector Experience (functional and technical area expertise also ideal) to support professional services engagement for Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing, And Hunting Sector Clients such as NPS.  This as a Contract Contingent or Contract W-2 (IRS-1099) Position and ProSidian reserves the right to convert to a Full-Time ProSidian employed W-2 Position.

JOB OVERVIEW

Provide services and support as a Archeological Study (Lead Archaeologist/Project Manager) in the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing, And Hunting Industry Sector focusing on Environmental Services Solutions for clients such as National Park Service (NPS) | Department of the Interior Located In Prince William County, Virginia and across the  Region.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES - Lead Archaeologist & Project Manager

• Lead the project initiation, including attending the kick-off meeting with COR, park staff, and the Regional Archaeologist within 10 days of NTP.
• Develop and submit a revised project schedule and health and safety plan within 5 working days of the kick-off meeting.
• Oversee and manage fieldwork completion within 90 days of NTP, ensuring compliance with Virginia's Historic Resource Survey Guidelines.
• Coordinate with NPS and park staff to facilitate site access and address any fieldwork schedule adjustments.
• Prepare and submit a brief End of Fieldwork Summary within 30 days of fieldwork completion, detailing findings and management recommendations.
• Draft and submit the Phase I Archaeological Survey Report within 180 days of NTP, including all required sections and data.
• Revise the draft report into a final version based on NPS feedback and submit the final report, GIS data, site records, and artifact catalog within 300 days of NTP.
• Manage and allocate resources, ensuring timely and accurate completion of all project deliverables.

Desired Qualifications For Lead Archaeologist & Project Manager |  [NPS0001006] (NPS0001006) Candidates:

• Proven experience managing archaeological projects, including fieldwork, reporting, and coordination with federal and park agencies.
• Expertise in archaeological methods and practices, including compliance with federal guidelines and regulations.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills with a track record of successful project management.
• Ability to produce high-quality archaeological reports and manage complex datasets.
• Experience in coordinating and communicating with various stakeholders, including federal, state, and local agencies.

Education / Experience Requirements / Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or higher in Archaeology, Anthropology, History, or a related field.
• At least 5-7 years of experience in archaeological project management, including fieldwork, reporting, and coordination with federal and park agencies.
• Proven experience managing archaeological projects that involve complex data analysis and report preparation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage multiple aspects of archaeological investigations.
• Professional certification as a Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA) or equivalent is preferred.

Skills Required

• Project Management: Ability to oversee and manage all aspects of archaeological projects, including scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Leadership: Strong leadership skills to guide and motivate the project team and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for preparing reports, presenting findings, and liaising with clients and agencies.
• Analytical Skills: Proficiency in analyzing archaeological data and producing detailed, accurate reports.
• Knowledge of Regulations: Understanding of federal and state regulations related to archaeological resources.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to address and resolve issues that arise during fieldwork and project execution.

Competencies Required

• Excellent oral and written communication skills (This employer participates in the e-Verify program)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, & Adobe)

Ancillary Details Of The Roles

• Standard Skills Required: Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools. | Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills for effective team management. | Outstanding time management and prioritization abilities to meet project milestones. | Adaptability to changing project requirements and priorities | Ability to multi-task and pay close attention to detail. | Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills | Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
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Other Details

Work products shall be thorough, accurate, appropriately documented, and comply with established criteria. All employees, in the performance of their respective responsibilities, shall conduct themselves in the highest possible standards of ethical and business conduct.  The candidate shall ensure that duties are performed in a competent and professional manner that meets milestones/delivery schedules as outlined.

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CORE COMPETENCIES

• Teamwork - ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant, and effectively as a team leader
• Leadership - ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives
• Business Acumen - understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people
• Communication - ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing
• Motivation - persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions
• Agility - ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or work streams
• Judgment - exercises prudence and insight in decision-making process while mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications
• Organization - ability to manage projects and activity, and prioritize tasks

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OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Business Tools - understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office.  The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.
• Business Tools - understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office.  The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.
• Commitment - to work with smart, interesting people with diverse backgrounds to solve the biggest challenges across private, public and social sectors
• Curiosity - the ideal candidate exhibits an inquisitive nature and the ability to question the status quo among a community of people they enjoy and teams that work well together
• Humility - exhibits grace in success and failure while doing meaningful work where skills have impact and make a difference
• Willingness - to constantly learn, share, and grow and to view the world as their classroom

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BENEFITS AND HIGHLIGHTS

At ProSidian, we invest in our employees to help them stay healthy and achieve work-life balance. Our team members receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes Competitive Compensation, Group Health Insurance Health Benefits, 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan Contributions, Vacation and Paid Time off (PTO) Benefits, Pre-Tax Payment Programs, Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plans, a ProSidian Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program, Performance Incentives, etc.  Our comprehensive benefits package includes a medical, dental and vision plan.  Our growing list of benefits currently include the following:

• Competitive Compensation:  Pay range begins in the competitive ranges with full Gold Level (Tier 1) Group Medical Benefits, Pretax Employee Benefit Plan, plus performance incentives
• Group Health Insurance Health Benefits:  Group Health Insurance Including Medical, Dental And Vision Insurance: Contributions are deducted from pay on a Pretax basis - Employee and family coverage is available with employer contribution of 50% of Employee (only) premiums under the Health and Vision Plan through Blue Cross Blue Shield NC (Blue Options Medical Plan Code: PB07840 / Metallic Level: Gold - - bcbsnc.com) and Dental Plan (Ameritas - www.ameritas.com).
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans help you save for your retirement.  Eligible employees can make before-tax contributions to the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan to help you save for retirement.  Contributions are deducted from pay on a pretax basis.  A wide range of investment options are available with a personal financial planner available to assist you. The Plan is a Safe Harbor 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan.  ProSidian Consulting participates in a Basic Match with a % of pay for participants who defer at least a required minimum % of their pay.  The Basic Match is structured as follows:  100% of the first 3% of pay that is contributed; and 50% of the next 2% of pay that is contributed.
• Vacation And Paid Time Off (PTO) Benefits:  The flexibility of Paid Time Off (PTO) lets you set your own priorities. Eligible employees use PTO for vacation, a parent-teacher conference, a doctor's appointment, or any number of events in your life.  Currently these benefits include Vacation/Sick days - 2 weeks | Holidays - 10 Federal Government.
• Pre-Tax Payment Programs:  Pre-Tax Payment Programs currently exist in the form of a Premium Only Plan (POP).  These Plans offer a full Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan and a tax benefit for eligible employees.
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