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Archaeologist roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under USMCA for Canadian and Mexican professionals with a degree in archaeology or a related social science. Employers file directly with CBP at the border for Canadians, making the process faster than H-1B. No lottery, no cap for Canadian applicants.
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Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.
Position Summary
Responsible for scheduling, managing, and conducting Phase I-III fieldwork, lab analysis, and research associated with archaeological projects. Responsible for writing all, or portions of, archaeological reports at the direction of the Senior Archaeologist. The qualified candidate for this position will assist JMT Senior Archaeologists during Phase I-III field work throughout the country, with a focus on Texas and adjacent states.
Preference is for individuals willing to work from or relocate to JMT office locations in Houston or Round Rock, Texas.
Why JMT
Our existing business portfolio provides many opportunities for your personal career trajectory while collaborating with JMT’s growing cultural resources group.
Benefits
JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:
- Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Caregiver Leave Program
- 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Career Development Programs
- And more…
Compensation for this position is $70,000 - $80,000/year, commensurate with experience, education and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided.
After an initial training period, a hybrid work schedule is available.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Conducts archaeological field work to locate and identify archaeological resources
- Conducts archaeological monitoring during construction projects or pre-construction
- Collects data and field samples during archaeological investigations
- Analyzes historic and pre-historic artifacts
- Documents methodologies and findings of research and archaeological investigations
- Takes daily notes of field progress
- Schedules fieldwork based on project schedule
- Instructs field crews on how to use equipment, technology and field methods, as required
- Assists in writing sections of archaeological reports and/or prepare archaeological site forms
- Uses the National Register Criteria for Evaluation to make site eligibility recommendations for the National Register of Historic Places
- Works with technical field, lab and office staff, managers and administrative staff to ensure that projects meet JMT and professional quality standards
- Lead and manage team members by providing leadership and continuous performance management (setting expectations, goals, feedback, 1:1 meeting, coaching) that supports the growth and development of team.
Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Required Skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and Excel
- Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening
- Valid Driver’s License Required
Required Experience
- Master’s Degree from an accredited school in archaeology
- Must meet the Secretary of the Interior’s Qualification Standards for Archaeologists
- 3+ years’ experience in cultural resources management of archaeology projects
- 1+ year of leadership experience
- Demonstrated experience in Phase I-III fieldwork
- Proficiency in ESRI FieldMaps Application or similar applications
- Regional (Texas/Oklahoma/Louisiana) experience in historic and/or prehistoric archaeology
- Must be able to provide a writing sample from either a thesis, dissertation, or archaeological report
Preferred Experience
- Registered Professional Archaeologist
- Familiarity with ArcGISPro, Field Maps, Google Earth, and/or other GIS programs
- Familiarity with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and with the Antiquities Code of Texas
- Experience obtaining a Texas Antiquities Permit
- Significant lab and curation experience
Working Conditions
Work is performed in the field 50% of the time and requires the ability to extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, and lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 lbs as needed. Field work will require walking and carrying field equipment over typical outdoor terrain. Work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Out-of-town travel is expected, requiring driving and/or flying to project locations.
Office work is performed within a general office environment 50% of the time. Office work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Office work is performed with adequate lighting and temperature, with no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
INTRODUCTION
Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.
Position Summary
Responsible for scheduling, managing, and conducting Phase I-III fieldwork, lab analysis, and research associated with archaeological projects. Responsible for writing all, or portions of, archaeological reports at the direction of the Senior Archaeologist. The qualified candidate for this position will assist JMT Senior Archaeologists during Phase I-III field work throughout the country, with a focus on Texas and adjacent states.
Preference is for individuals willing to work from or relocate to JMT office locations in Houston or Round Rock, Texas.
Why JMT
Our existing business portfolio provides many opportunities for your personal career trajectory while collaborating with JMT’s growing cultural resources group.
Benefits
JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:
- Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Caregiver Leave Program
- 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Career Development Programs
- And more…
Compensation for this position is $70,000 - $80,000/year, commensurate with experience, education and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided.
After an initial training period, a hybrid work schedule is available.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Conducts archaeological field work to locate and identify archaeological resources
- Conducts archaeological monitoring during construction projects or pre-construction
- Collects data and field samples during archaeological investigations
- Analyzes historic and pre-historic artifacts
- Documents methodologies and findings of research and archaeological investigations
- Takes daily notes of field progress
- Schedules fieldwork based on project schedule
- Instructs field crews on how to use equipment, technology and field methods, as required
- Assists in writing sections of archaeological reports and/or prepare archaeological site forms
- Uses the National Register Criteria for Evaluation to make site eligibility recommendations for the National Register of Historic Places
- Works with technical field, lab and office staff, managers and administrative staff to ensure that projects meet JMT and professional quality standards
- Lead and manage team members by providing leadership and continuous performance management (setting expectations, goals, feedback, 1:1 meeting, coaching) that supports the growth and development of team.
Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Required Skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and Excel
- Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening
- Valid Driver’s License Required
Required Experience
- Master’s Degree from an accredited school in archaeology
- Must meet the Secretary of the Interior’s Qualification Standards for Archaeologists
- 3+ years’ experience in cultural resources management of archaeology projects
- 1+ year of leadership experience
- Demonstrated experience in Phase I-III fieldwork
- Proficiency in ESRI FieldMaps Application or similar applications
- Regional (Texas/Oklahoma/Louisiana) experience in historic and/or prehistoric archaeology
- Must be able to provide a writing sample from either a thesis, dissertation, or archaeological report
Preferred Experience
- Registered Professional Archaeologist
- Familiarity with ArcGISPro, Field Maps, Google Earth, and/or other GIS programs
- Familiarity with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and with the Antiquities Code of Texas
- Experience obtaining a Texas Antiquities Permit
- Significant lab and curation experience
Working Conditions
Work is performed in the field 50% of the time and requires the ability to extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, and lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 lbs as needed. Field work will require walking and carrying field equipment over typical outdoor terrain. Work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Out-of-town travel is expected, requiring driving and/or flying to project locations.
Office work is performed within a general office environment 50% of the time. Office work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Office work is performed with adequate lighting and temperature, with no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as an Archaeologist
Align your degree to USMCA criteria
TN eligibility for archaeologists requires a degree in archaeology, anthropology, or a closely related social science. If your transcript lists a different field, gather documentation showing your coursework maps directly to archaeological practice before applying.
Target employers with federal contracting work
Cultural resource management firms, federal agencies, and university research centers often sponsor work visas for archaeologists. Many of these employers have experience with visa sponsorship processes, which can streamline your hiring timeline. For TN status specifically, your employer will prepare a support letter documenting your qualifications and role, which you'll present at a U.S. port of entry (for Canadian citizens) or U.S. consulate (for Mexican citizens).
Secure a detailed offer letter before the border
CBP officers adjudicate Canadian TN applications at the port of entry. Your offer letter must specify your job title as 'Archaeologist,' your duties, your start date, and that the position is temporary in nature to avoid delays or secondary inspection.
Clarify your role scope with your employer early
Positions blending archaeology with environmental review or GIS analysis can raise questions about whether the role qualifies under TN. Ask your employer to describe your duties narrowly around archaeological survey, excavation, or analysis in the offer letter.
Search for TN-ready employers using Migrate Mate
Finding employers open to TN sponsorship for archaeologist roles takes targeted searching. Migrate Mate filters jobs by TN visa eligibility so you can focus on employers already set up to sponsor Canadian and Mexican professionals.
Prepare for Mexican applicants' consular route
Mexican citizens must apply through a U.S. consulate rather than at the border, which adds scheduling time. Gather your degree credential evaluation, offer letter, and any professional license documentation well before your intended start date.
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Find Archaeologist JobsArchaeologist TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Archaeologist role qualify for a TN visa?
Yes. Archaeologist is a listed occupation under the USMCA TN visa category, typically classified under the social scientist grouping. Your degree must be in archaeology, anthropology, or a closely related discipline. A general humanities or history degree without documented specialization in archaeological method may not satisfy CBP review.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Archaeologist positions?
TN is almost always faster and simpler for archaeologists than H-1B. Canadian applicants get adjudicated at the border with no filing wait, while H-1B requires lottery selection and USCIS processing that can take months. There is no annual cap on TN visas for Canadians, and TN renewals are straightforward as long as you maintain a qualifying job offer.
What documentation does my employer need to provide for TN sponsorship?
Your employer must provide a signed offer letter on company letterhead that states your job title as Archaeologist, a description of your duties, your anticipated length of employment, and confirmation that the position is temporary. Some employers also include a degree verification letter or a statement that your qualifications meet the TN occupation definition.
How can I find Archaeologist jobs with TN visa sponsorship?
Most general job boards don't filter by visa type, which means a lot of wasted applications. Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking TN-eligible roles and lets you search archaeologist positions by employers who are open to sponsorship, saving time compared to cold outreach.
Can I work for multiple employers or on different project sites under one TN visa?
Your TN status is tied to the specific employer named in your application. Working on different field sites for that same employer is generally fine. If you take on a second employer or consulting arrangement, that employer must file a separate TN petition or you must obtain a separate approval before starting that work.
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