Employment

With competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, HRA offers a team working environment focusing on the career growth needs of each employee.

We invite you to review our current openings and submit your information for consideration. Come be a part of a growing firm that encompasses a family spirit and team environment.

Archaeologist 1 (Spokane, WA)

HRA is seeking an Archaeologist 1 to join our collaborative team of experts in our Spokane office. This is a salaried, full-time position with anticipated salary of $51,055-$61,266 depending on experience and qualifications.

HRA is a federal contractor performing work in states with multiple vaccine mandates and is subject to those requirements. This position will support our federal clients and thus will also be subject to the vaccine mandates. In response, HRA requests that all employees be vaccinated or have an approved accommodation under the allowable federal reasons.

The Archaeologist 1 performs research tasks, fieldwork, laboratory, and/or writing tasks as part of a project team. As directed by project managers, leads small field projects and occasionally directs project team members in specific tasks. Contributes to the preparation of reports and client deliverables under the oversight of project managers.

Required education and experience:

Master’s Degree or PhD in Anthropology or closely related field with Archaeology emphasis
Preparation of a Master’s thesis or doctoral dissertation
Completion of accredited field school.
Familiarity with the Section 106 process.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience:

Six months or more field experience
Registered Professional Archaeologist

Required skills and abilities:

General: Proficient in the use of technology to include, but not limited to GPS and other data collection devises, use of online databases, digital cameras, scanners, and audio recordings, and computer software such as Microsoft Word and Excel. Requires valid driver’s license and ability to operate passenger car and/or light truck.
Teamwork: Develop and maintain positive relationships, ability to balance work schedules and demands, provide and accept feedback, seek to resolve conflict through communication and collaboration, use effective verbal and written communication, listen and communicate effectively. Successfully function within a project team, work closely with project team members, and take direction from a project manager.
Research: Conduct background research in various sources including ethnographies, soils/environmental/cultural background, SHPO databases, GLO plats, land patents/historic maps, and tax assessments. Have the ability to recognize the need for and to locate additional background or archival resources.
Writing: Sufficient technical writing skills to contribute to deliverables. Contribute to research, inventory, resource evaluation, and monitoring plans and reports; the ability to contribute to high quality products with knowledge and understanding of appropriate style for the document.
Field: Successful use of a compass, topographic maps, GPS, ArcPAD, and related field equipment. Able to excavate shovel probes and conduct pedestrian survey in sometimes arduous conditions.
Strong verbal and writing communication skills
Ability to remember and follow detailed instructions
Willingness to travel throughout the Pacific Northwest and the rest of the U.S. (especially the west)

Candidates should assume that up to 70 percent of their time will be spent in the field, and at least 25-30 percent of that travel will be outside of Spokane.

HRA offers competitive compensation and a full benefits package that includes vacation, sick leave, holidays, medical insurance, and 401K.

No phone calls, please. Only qualified candidates with an advanced degree will be considered for interviews. Interviews will be conducted with qualified applicants as they apply, and position will remain open until filled.

HRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of respect and inclusion where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, national origin, protected veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking, or sexual harassment, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. If you need to request an accommodation related to disability, religion, or related to domestic violence, stalking or sexual harassment, please contact Human Resources.

Archaeologist 2 (Spokane, WA)

HRA is seeking an Archaeologist 2 to join our collaborative team of experts in our Spokane office. This is a salaried, full-time position with anticipated salary of $55,310-$69,775 depending on experience and qualifications.

The Archaeologist 2 performs research tasks, fieldwork, laboratory, and/or writing tasks as part of a project team. At the direction of project managers, leads field projects and occasionally directs project team members in specific tasks. Contributes to the preparation of reports and client deliverables under the oversight of project managers; this may include preparing the larger share of a small project report. May be supervised by a more senior member of the HRA staff with similar technical experience.

Required education and experience:

Master’s Degree or PhD in Anthropology or closely related field with Archaeology emphasis
Preparation of a Master’s thesis or doctoral dissertation
A minimum of one year full-time experience working with and leading field crews, analyzing research data, and contributing to research reports.
Completion of accredited field school.
Good working knowledge of federal, state, and local cultural resource compliance requirements, particularly the Section 106 process.
Must meet the Secretary of the Interior’s professional qualifications standards in archaeology and any applicable state qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

Registered Professional Archaeologist.

Required skills and abilities:

General: Proficient in the use of computer software including Word and Excel. Ability to use online databases, such as library search engines and digitized records collections. Use digital cameras, digital scanners, and digital audio recorders. Requires valid driver’s license and ability to operate passenger car and/or light truck.
Teamwork: Develop and maintain positive relationships, ability to balance work schedules and demands, provide and accept feedback, seek to resolve conflict through communication and collaboration, use effective verbal and written communication, listen and communicate effectively. Successfully function within a project team, work closely with project team members, and take direction from a project manager.
Research: Proven ability to conduct background research in various sources including ethnographies, soils/environmental/cultural background, SHPO databases, GLO plats, land patents/historic maps, and tax assessments. Have the ability to recognize the need for and to locate additional background or archival resources.
Writing: Strong technical writing skills a must. Proven ability to contribute to deliverables. Contribute to research, inventory, resource evaluation, and monitoring plans and reports; the ability to contribute to high quality products with knowledge and understanding of appropriate style for the document.
Field: Proficient in the use of compass, topographic maps, GPS, ArcPAD, and related field equipment. Able to excavate shovel probes and conduct pedestrian survey in sometimes arduous conditions.
Strong verbal and writing communication skills
Ability to remember and follow detailed instructions
Willingness to travel throughout the Pacific Northwest and the rest of the U.S. (especially the west)

Candidates should assume that 40-60 percent of their time will be spent in the field, and at least 25-30 percent of that travel will be outside of Spokane.

HRA offers competitive compensation and a full benefits package that includes vacation, sick leave, holidays, medical insurance, and 401K.

Archaeologist 1 (Eugene, OR)

HRA is seeking an Archaeologist 1 to join our collaborative team of experts in our Eugene office. This is a salaried, full-time position with anticipated salary of $51,055-$61,266 depending on experience and qualifications.

Required education and experience:

Master’s Degree or PhD in Anthropology or closely related field with Archaeology emphasis
Completion of an Archaeological Study required under Criterion 4 of the Oregon SHPO’s Qualified Archaeologist Application; study much deal with archaeological field research (see https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Documents/Qualified_Archaeologist_Application.pdf more information).
Completion of accredited field school.
Familiarity with the Section 106 process.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience:

Six months or more field experience
Oregon Qualified Archaeologist (or specific and demonstrated experience that meets these qualifications).
Registered Professional Archaeologist.

Required skills and abilities:

General: Proficient in the use of technology to include, but not limited to GPS and other data collection devises, use of online databases, digital cameras, scanners, and audio recordings, and computer software such as Microsoft Word and Excel. Requires valid driver’s license and ability to operate passenger car and/or light truck.
Teamwork: Develop and maintain positive relationships, ability to balance work schedules and demands, provide and accept feedback, seek to resolve conflict through communication and collaboration, use effective verbal and written communication, listen and communicate effectively. Successfully function within a project team, work closely with project team members, and take direction from a project manager.
Research: Conduct background research in various sources including ethnographies, soils/environmental/cultural background, SHPO databases, GLO plats, land patents/historic maps, and tax assessments. Have the ability to recognize the need for and to locate additional background or archival resources.
Writing: Sufficient technical writing skills to contribute to deliverables. Contribute to research, inventory, resource evaluation, and monitoring plans and reports; the ability to contribute to high quality products with knowledge and understanding of appropriate style for the document.
Field: Successful use of a compass, topographic maps, GPS, ArcPAD, and related field equipment.

Candidates should assume that up to 70 percent of their time will be spent in the field, and at least 25-30 percent of that travel will be outside of Eugene.

HRA offers competitive compensation and a full benefits package that includes vacation, sick leave, holidays, medical insurance, and 401K.

Please submit a letter of interest, résumé with three references, and an optional short writing sample (CRM report preferred; an educational thesis will not be accepted) to Human Resources at HR @ hrassoc . com. Application materials must indicate how you have completed an Archaeological Study dealing with archaeological field research as required under Criterion 4 of the Oregon SHPO’s Qualified Archaeologist Application (or that you are an Oregon Qualified Archaeologist).

Archaeologist 2 (Eugene, OR)

HRA is seeking an Archaeologist 2 to join our collaborative team of experts in our Eugene office. This is a salaried, full-time position with anticipated salary of $55,310-$69,775 depending on experience and qualifications.

Required education and experience:

Master’s Degree or PhD in Anthropology or closely related field with Archaeology emphasis
Oregon Qualified Archaeologist (or specific and demonstrated experience that meets these qualifications) (see https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Documents/Qualified_Archaeologist_Application.pdf more information).
A minimum of one year full-time experience working with field crews, analyzing research data, and contributing to research reports. Experience leading field crews preferred.
Completion of accredited field school.
Good working knowledge of federal, state, and local cultural resource compliance requirements, particularly the Section 106 process.
Must meet the Secretary of the Interior’s professional qualifications standards in archaeology and any applicable state qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

Registered Professional Archaeologist.

Required skills and abilities:

General: Proficient in the use of computer software including Word and Excel. Ability to use online databases, such as library search engines and digitized records collections. Use digital cameras, digital scanners, and digital audio recorders. Requires valid driver’s license and ability to operate passenger car and/or light truck.
Teamwork: Develop and maintain positive relationships, ability to balance work schedules and demands, provide and accept feedback, seek to resolve conflict through communication and collaboration, use effective verbal and written communication, listen and communicate effectively. Successfully function within a project team, work closely with project team members, and take direction from a project manager.
Research: Proven ability to conduct background research in various sources including ethnographies, soils/environmental/cultural background, SHPO databases, GLO plats, land patents/historic maps, and tax assessments. Have the ability to recognize the need for and to locate additional background or archival resources.
Writing: Strong technical writing skills a must. Proven ability to contribute to deliverables. Contribute to research, inventory, resource evaluation, and monitoring plans and reports; the ability to contribute to high quality products with knowledge and understanding of appropriate style for the document.
Field: Proficient in the use of compass, topographic maps, GPS, ArcPAD, and related field equipment.

Candidates should assume that 40-60 percent of their time will be spent in the field, and at least 25-30 percent of that travel will be outside of Eugene.

HRA offers competitive compensation and a full benefits package that includes vacation, sick leave, holidays, medical insurance, and 401K.

Please submit a letter of interest, résumé with three references, and a short writing sample (CRM report preferred; an educational thesis will not be accepted) to Human Resources at HR@hrassoc.com. Application materials must indicate you have successfully been accepted by the SHPO as an Oregon Qualified Archaeologist or must demonstrate how you currently meet these qualifications.

HRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Equal Employment Opportunity information

Equal Employment Opportunity Supplement

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

If you are interested in reviewing HRA’s Affirmative Action plan, you may contact Charity Touchette, Human Resources Manager, at ctouchette@hrassoc.com. HRA’s Affirmative Action Plan will be available to be reviewed between the hours of 9am and noon, Pacific time.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an reasonable accommodation as part of the employment application and/or selection process, please contact Charity Touchette, HR Manager, at 406-721-1958.