Secretary of Interior Archaeologist

SCI Engineering, Inc. is a professional consulting and engineering firm offering a variety of services from the design development stage through construction. We specialize in Natural Resources, Geotechnical, Environmental, Cultural Resources and Construction Material Testing.

We are seeking a Secretary of the Interior (SOI) Qualified Archaeologist with construction monitoring experience to lead and support archaeological investigations and cultural resource compliance projects for a project in the St. Louis region. This senior-level position is responsible for planning, conducting, and managing all phases of Archaeology Monitoring—in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations. The ideal candidate demonstrates technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and a strong understanding of Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA).

Benefits (Full-time employees eligible) include:

• 401(k) (Matching Program)
• Health insurance (Including a HDHP option free for employees)
• Dental insurance (Free to Employees)
• Vision insurance (Free to Employees)
• Disability insurance (Free to Employees)
• Life insurance (Basic Term Life Free to Employees)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Professional Development Assistance
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement

Why Join SCI?

At SCI, your success is our success. We offer exciting opportunities for career advancement and professional development, encouraging continuous skill development and promoting from within based on performance and initiative. Collaboration and mentoring are key to our culture, and we welcome ideas for innovation and improvement. We also offer teambuilding opportunities through various clubs and committees.

Don’t take our word for it – an independent survey revealed that 80% of our employees feel they have opportunities to learn and grow and 88% believe we operate by strong values. One employee described why they love their job:

‘I get to do what I love and I get to enjoy it in a safe, comfortable, nurturing, and positive environment.’

We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 and 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplace (topworkplaces.com/company/sci-engineering/), having earned the award for the second year in a row. Our employees enjoy a casual dress code, including jeans every day, and benefit from a flexible work schedule that supports work-life balance. Our Good Cause Charity Program empowers employees to donate to the charity of the month, with SCI matching contributions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide Archaeology Monitoring.
• Prepare and review technical reports and other cultural resource documents.
• Ensure compliance with Section 106 (NHPA), NEPA, and other applicable cultural resource laws and guidelines.
• Coordinate with federal, state, and tribal agencies, clients, and other stakeholders regarding archaeological findings and mitigation strategies.
• Supervise field crews and support staff, providing training, and quality assurance.
• Conduct archival and background research to inform field strategies.
• Maintain accurate field records and ensure proper artifact documentation and analysis.
• Participate in public outreach and consultation, as appropriate.