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This role is ideal for a seasoned cultural resource professional who can provide leadership, ensure regulatory compliance, and support collaborative field teams working on meaningful projects across the Northern Plains. Work collaboratively with Traditional Cultural Specialists and Tribal Historic Preservation Office (THPO) representatives to ensure culturally sensitive resources are properly recorded and respected.

Job Title: Principal Investigator – Cultural Resources / Archaeology Location: Northern Plains Region (North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Montana) Job Type: Project-Based / Contract Pay Rate: $35-50/hr Project Duration: Approximately 2–3 months (with potential extension) Schedule: Field-based during survey phase; travel requiredPosition Overview: We are seeking an experienced Principal Investigator (PI) to oversee cultural resource investigations for a large pipeline project in the Northern Plains. The Principal Investigator will provide leadership and technical oversight for field operations, ensure compliance with applicable cultural resource regulations, and guide field teams through all phases of survey and documentation.This role will work closely with Crew Chiefs, Field Technicians, and Traditional Cultural Specialists (TCS) to ensure cultural resources are properly identified, documented, and evaluated. The PI will also coordinate with project leadership and Tribal representatives to ensure fieldwork is conducted with cultural sensitivity and in accordance with regulatory standards.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide technical leadership and oversight for archaeological fieldwork and cultural resource surveys</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and tribal cultural resource regulations and project requirements</li><li>Oversee field crews conducting pedestrian surveys across a 300-foot-wide right-of-way (ROW)</li><li>Review and verify documentation of archaeological sites, historic resources, architectural sites, stone features, and isolated finds</li><li>Work collaboratively with Traditional Cultural Specialists and Tribal Historic Preservation Office (THPO) representatives to ensure culturally sensitive resources are properly recorded and respected</li><li>Provide guidance to Crew Chiefs and field staff regarding identification, documentation, and evaluation of cultural resources</li><li>Ensure data quality and completeness for all field documentation, including digital data collection tools such as Field Maps</li><li>Review daily field results and ensure information is properly recorded, organized, and synced</li><li>Communicate regularly with the Project Field Director and project leadership regarding survey progress, findings, and logistical needs</li><li>Assist with troubleshooting field issues, adjusting survey strategies, and supporting reroutes or ancillary surveys when needed</li></ul>Required Qualifications:<ul><li>Extensive cultural resource management (CRM) experience, including significant archaeological fieldwork</li><li>Minimum of 5+ years of archaeological field experience, with demonstrated leadership in cultural resource surveys</li><li>Experience working in the Northern Plains region, including familiarity with regional archaeological materials and cultural features</li><li>Strong knowledge of stone features and lithic materials common to the Northern Plains</li><li>Experience collaborating with Traditional Cultural Specialists or Tribal representatives on archaeological projects</li><li>Experience supervising archaeological field crews and ensuring high-quality data collection</li><li>Familiarity with digital field recording tools such as Field Maps or similar platforms</li><li>Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>Graduate degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related field</li><li>Previous experience serving as Principal Investigator or Project Archaeologist on large infrastructure or pipeline projects</li><li>Strong understanding of cultural resource regulations and consultation processes</li><li>Experience preparing or reviewing cultural resource documentation and survey reports</li></ul>Physical & Field Requirements:<ul><li>Ability to conduct and oversee fieldwork in remote outdoor environments</li><li>Willingness to spend time in the field supporting crews as needed</li><li>Ability to work 8–10 hour days, potentially up to 6 days per week during active fieldwork</li></ul>Project Details: Initial field surveys are anticipated to run for approximately two months, with the possibility of an additional month for reroutes and ancillary surveys depending on project needs.This role is ideal for a seasoned cultural resource professional who can provide leadership, ensure regulatory compliance, and support collaborative field teams working on meaningful projects across the Northern Plains. System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, 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. #M1 Ref: #275-Eng Kansas City

Every day, System One focuses on services and solutions that require a high degree of specialization, in-demand technical skills, and large-scale operational expertise. We are essential partners to those on the front lines of our nation’s most critical infrastructure, technology, and life sciences initiatives. 
Founded more than 40 years ago as a staffing partner to the engineering industry, today System One is a diversified organization operating in over 50 locations and putting more than 9,000 people to work in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.

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Principal Investigator – Cultural Resources / Archaeology

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Data Collection

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Field Mapping

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S&L Industries provides pavement markings, traffic control, guard rails, and bridge resurfacing services on roads and parking lots throughout Wyoming, Colorado, and New Mexico. The Human Resource Generalist will play a key role in managing day-to-day HR operations, including recruiting, onboarding, compliance, benefits administration, and employee engagement initiatives.

S&L Industries provides pavement markings, traffic control, guard rails, and bridge resurfacing services on roads and parking lots throughout Wyoming, Colorado, and New Mexico. We take pride in the quality of our work, prioritize the safety of our employees, and operate with integrity as a team. With recent growth to over 180 employees, we are seeking an experienced Human Resource Generalist to support and strengthen our HR functions.The Human Resource Generalist will play a key role in managing day-to-day HR operations, including recruiting, onboarding, compliance, benefits administration, and employee engagement initiatives. Located at our Billings, MT office, with travel (25%) to other offices within the region. This position works closely with leadership and collaborates with our corporate office in Omaha, NE.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Maintain and develop job descriptions and job postings across all departments</li><li>Review applications, coordinate, and participate in interviews with leadership</li><li>Lead onboarding processes, including paperwork, drug screenings, DOT physicals, and background checks in compliance with applicable laws</li><li>Support EEO and Affirmative Action reporting requirements, as applicable</li><li>Communicate and enforce company drug and alcohol policies in accordance with federal and state regulations</li><li>Maintain and conduct annual audits of driver qualification files to ensure DOT compliance</li><li>Coordinate benefit enrollment and ensure completion by all eligible employees</li><li>Serve as a primary contact for employees regarding HR policies, procedures, and benefits</li><li>Assist in developing and maintaining training programs focused on safety and professional growth</li><li>Support EHS efforts, including injury reporting and coordination with insurance carriers</li><li>Coordinate company events such as annual kick-off meetings and employee appreciation events</li><li>Provide guidance to management on company policies, regulatory compliance, and employment laws</li><li>Lead employee retention initiatives and support positive employee relations</li><li>Contribute quarterly articles for the corporate newsletter</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)</li><li>5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience required</li><li>Previous experience with DOT driver requirements preferred</li><li>Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws, including but not limited to FLSA, FMLA, ADA, and EEO regulations</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite</li><li>Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills</li></ul>Work Environment & Requirements<ul><li>This position may require handling confidential information and maintaining strict confidentiality</li><li>Must be able to work in an office environment and occasionally support field operations</li><li>Ability to travel 25% and up</li></ul>Compensation & Benefits<ul><li>Compensation will be based on experience, skills, and qualifications</li><li>S&L Industries offers a competitive benefits package, which may include medical, dental, vision, retirement plan options, and paid time off, in accordance with company policy and applicable law</li></ul>Equal Employment Opportunity Statement S&L Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.Compliance Statements S&L Industries complies with all applicable federal and state employment laws, including those related to workplace safety, wage and hour requirements, and anti-discrimination protections. Pre-employment screenings, including drug testing and background checks, may be required where permitted by law. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

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