Cultural Resources Management (CRM) Specialist

position summary

Merjent, Inc. (Merjent) is seeking a full-time Cultural Resources Management (CRM) Specialist to manage the cultural, historical, and archaeological resources component of federal and state regulated projects for compliance with historic preservation laws. Specific duties include working with staff and clients to develop scopes of work, Class I/Phase Ia reviews, consulting and coordinating with agencies and tribal groups, editing and approving technical reports, and having a working knowledge of both state and federal historic preservation regulations. Work will focus primarily on energy industry projects for natural gas and oil pipelines, electric transmission, wind, solar, and other energy projects and facilities in multiple states.

This is a full-time benefits eligible opportunity with the flexibility to work from Merjent's Minneapolis or Wisconsin Office, or remotely from a home office. Candidates living in the upper Midwest U.S. are preferred. The anticipated annual salary for this position is between $79,400 and $119,500 annually, depending upon qualifications and experience.

why Merjent?

Merjent is a medium-sized consulting and engineering company dedicated to creating an environment where both people and projects succeed. Merjent has staff located across the United States who may choose a remote, in-office, or hybrid work arrangement. All full-time employees begin their tenure at Merjent with 4 weeks of paid vacation regardless of seniority. In addition, employees receive 10 paid holidays and generous benefits and compensation packages. Merjent supports annual career-related training for employees to become or continue as leaders in their field of expertise. Merjent facilitates organic growth within the company and encourages employees to bring their ideas forward to grow existing and create new service lines within and beyond the currently served sectors of energy, mining, transportation, manufacturing and construction, land development industries, and government. Merjent also invests in its company culture by supporting travel for remote employees to attend in-person team meetings and all-staff events.

The Merjent difference is real - it's based on a commitment to our values, which guides us in how we work with clients and each other. Our commitment to quality and professional integrity encompasses everything we do. We are proud of our reputation for delivering quality work and building long-term, trusting relationships with our clients and with regulatory agencies.

responsibilities

• Assisting project managers in coordinating compliance with the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), Archaeological Resources Protection Act, Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and state environmental regulations related to cultural and archaeological resources.
• Supporting clients during agency and tribal consultation, including drafting consultation letters and materials for State Historic Preservation Officers (SHPO), Tribal Historic Preservation Officers, Native American Tribes, Advisory Council on Historic Preservation, and multiple state, federal, and local agencies.
• Experience with, and an understanding of, cultural resources field investigations and construction methods for natural gas and oil pipelines, electric transmission, wind, solar, and other energy projects and facilities for clients in multiple states.
• Serve as the cultural resources subject matter expert for small, medium, and large-sized projects by providing advice to project managers concerning application of federal and state historic preservation laws and regulations, tribal engagement, and consultation with state and federal agencies.
• Conduct Phase Ia/Class I desktop reviews and drafting memos for due diligence projects or operations and maintenance projects in multiple states.
• Managing budgets; preparing proposals, reports, and other technical documents; monitoring field procedures; and authoring Unanticipated Discovery Plans, Treatment Plans, and NEPA and NHPA technical reports.
• Manage client expectations for project deliverables, schedules, and budgets, including status reporting.
• Performing other duties as assigned

qualifications and experience

• Minimum of a BA/BS in Anthropology/Archaeology or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in cultural resources consulting with a focus in Midwestern and Southwest U.S.
• Experience with state-regulated projects (e.g., Public Service Commission, Public Utilities Commission, Department of Natural Resources, etc.) is preferred.
• Experience involving tribal consultation, outreach, and relationship-building is a plus.
• Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills, and ability to strategize on multiple concurrent projects of varying size and complexity.
• Willingness to be flexible and adaptable with quickly changing project timelines and expectations. Occasional travel may be required to conduct research at various SHPO offices, if appropriate to your location.
• Technical specialization in a subfield (e.g. architectural history, human osteology, geomorphology, etc.) is a plus.

E-Verify

Merjent, Inc. participates with the United States Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) E-Verify program. We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Candidates interested in applying should submit a completed Application for Employment (cover letter and resume) to merjent.applicantpro.com.

Merjent, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the application process are available upon request.

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