Description
WSP is seeking 30 On-call, Part-Time Field Archaeologists for a long-term Phase III archaeological data recovery project in northwest Arkansas.
The project involves working on four multi-component Pre-Contact archaeological sites, with components dating from the Late Archaic through the Late Pre-Contact periods. The sites are likely to contain the remains of the early use of plants of the Eastern Agricultural Complex.
As an On-call, Part-Time Field Archaeologist, you will assist with multiple Phase III data recovery projects, including:
- Archaeological test unit and shovel test excavation
- Excavation of cultural features
- Recovery and identification of archaeological artifacts and other materials
- Recording archaeological data using field forms
You will work effectively as part of a team and exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct.
Requirements:
- Undergraduate degree in anthropology/archaeology or a closely related field
- Archaeological field school or similar archaeological field experience
- Self-motivated, physically able to conduct fieldwork in all weather conditions
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience with Pre-Contact archaeological sites in Arkansas, eastern Oklahoma, and the surrounding region
- Pre-Contact lithic artifact identification and analysis
Benefits:
- Single occupancy hotel rooms during fieldwork sessions
- Paid travel days
- Per diem and meal reimbursement
- Transportation to work site provided
- Opportunities for full-time employment and advancement
- Modified holiday pay, paid time off accrual, and 401(k) plan