Description
Join WSP's growing archaeology and cultural heritage team in Fort St. John, BC, and contribute to impactful projects across Northeastern BC. As a Junior Archaeologist, you will work alongside experienced archaeologists on field programs, archaeological assessments, reporting, and project support across various sectors.
Your Impact
- Support archaeological impact assessments, monitoring programs, and field investigations throughout British Columbia.
- Assist with archaeological surveys, site recording, mapping, excavation, and artifact documentation.
- Contribute to the preparation of technical reports, permit applications, and heritage management documentation.
- Collaborate with senior archaeologists, environmental professionals, and project teams to deliver high-quality work.
- Ensure compliance with provincial heritage legislation, permit requirements, and company standards.
- Maintain accurate field notes, photographic records, GPS data, and archaeological inventories.
- Promote a strong culture of health, safety, and environmental stewardship during all field activities.
- Build meaningful experience that contributes to the protection and understanding of cultural heritage resources.
The Skills That Set You Apart
- Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related discipline.
- Eligibility to work toward British Columbia archaeological permitting requirements.
- Experience supporting archaeological field studies through academic projects, co-op placements, or professional work.
- Knowledge of archaeological survey methods, excavation techniques, and artifact recording practices.
- Ability to work safely and effectively in remote outdoor environments and varying weather conditions.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; familiarity with GIS software is considered an asset.
- Strong technical writing, organization, and data management skills; detail-oriented and driven by high-quality results.
- Valid Class 5 driver's licence and willingness to travel throughout British Columbia as required.
- Commitment and enthusiasm for working with Indigenous communities.
- Skilled with standard field technology, including GPS and tablets; ESRI Field Maps experience is an asset.
Compensation
- AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $60,100 - $79,600
- MB & ON: $54,800 - $75,400
- NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $54,200 - $72,000