Remote Cultural Resources Technical Writer – Archaeology

Location: Fully remote

Duration: Anticipated 2–3 years

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a Cultural Resources Technical Writer with a strong background in applied archaeology for a long-term, fully remote assignment. This role will focus on preparing clear, thorough archaeological reports for large-scale surveys and infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on archaeological project experience and sound professional judgment in evaluating sites, assessing archaeological integrity, and developing management recommendations. This position requires an archaeology background; architectural history experience alone does not meet the requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, edit, and finalize archaeological technical reports and other standard cultural resources documentation.
• Evaluate archaeological sites for eligibility for the National Register of Historic Places, including assessing site significance and integrity.
• Assess project effects on archaeological resources and develop appropriate management recommendations.
• Interpret and synthesize field findings, site records, GIS data, and background research into clear, well-supported reports.
• Support documentation for large-scale surveys and projects involving numerous archaeological resources.
• Prepare reports for linear infrastructure projects, including roads, pipelines, utilities, and transmission lines.
• Use ArcGIS Pro to review spatial data, support resource analysis, and prepare or coordinate report maps and figures.
• Coordinate with project teams to address technical comments and maintain accuracy and consistency across deliverables.

Required Qualifications

• Meet the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualification Standards in Archaeology .
• Strong applied archaeological experience, including using archaeological knowledge to evaluate resources and support project decisions.
• Demonstrated experience evaluating archaeological sites for the National Register of Historic Places, assessing project effects, and making management recommendations.
• A solid understanding of archaeological integrity and its role in site evaluation.
• Strong technical writing and editing skills, with experience preparing standard cultural resources reports.
• Experience supporting large-scale archaeological surveys and projects involving many resources.
• Archaeological project experience in the Great Plains or comparable western regions.
• Experience with linear infrastructure projects, such as roads, pipelines, utilities, or transmission lines.
• Practical experience using ArcGIS Pro in support of archaeological analysis and reporting.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently in a fully remote environment.

Candidates must demonstrate substantive archaeological analysis and reporting experience. GIS proficiency, historic context development, or document review experience alone will not satisfy the requirements.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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Ref: #275-Eng Kansas City