Description
WSP is searching for On Call Field Archaeologists for multiple potential projects throughout the southwest and southeast regions.
As an On Call Field Archaeologist, you will provide local technical assistance for the collection, identification, and compilation of artifacts, observational, and spatial data concerning various archaeological and historical sciences. You will assist with field investigations related to construction, infrastructure, transmission, energy, pollution control, emergency response, and preserving the quality of the environment by identifying, controlling, and preventing disruption to resources of cultural and scientific significance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with collecting, identifying, and compiling artifacts, observational, spatial, and archaeological data from field sites for projects, investigations, and surveys.
- Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurement and documentation.
- Assist with performing basic professional archaeological work relating to cultural resources.
- Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems and field/work site notebooks.
- Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures.
- Utilize the latest archaeological methods, procedures, technologies, and techniques in performing studies and analysis of sites and potential impacts to resources of cultural and scientific significance.
Requirements:
- Undergraduate degree in anthropology/archaeology or a closely related field.
- 5-7 years of archaeological or anthropology-related experience.
- Experience leading field crews for Phase I/Class III pedestrian survey and shovel testing.
- Archaeological monitoring experience is a plus.
- Previous experience with linear infrastructure projects (i.e., pipelines) is a plus.
- Self-motivated, physically able to conduct all aspects of fieldwork in all weather conditions.
- Competent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
- Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
- Basic proficiency with business writing, office automation, and communication software, technology, and tools.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
- Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
- Ability and willingness to travel to project sites.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience with archaeological sites in Colorado and the surrounding region.
- Pre-Contact lithic artifact identification and analysis; post-Contact artifact analysis.
Compensation:
- Expected Salary (Colorado Only): $34.86 - $49.86