On Call Field Archaeologist Technician

We are seeking an On Call Field Archaeologist Technician to assist with multiple Phase I Intensive Cultural Resources Surveys in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Arkansas. As an on-call, as-needed, temporary hourly position, you will work on various projects, conducting tasks such as pedestrian surveys, excavation and recording of shovel tests, recovery and identification of archaeological artifacts, and using archaeological field forms to record data.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct pedestrian surveys
• Excavate and record shovel tests
• Recover and identify archaeological artifacts and other materials
• Record archaeological data using field forms
• Work effectively as part of a team
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3+ years relevant work experience
• Self-motivated and physically able to conduct fieldwork
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficient in business writing and office automation
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Basic proficiency with business software and technology

Preferred Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree in anthropology/archaeology or a related field
• Archaeological field school experience
• Prior experience with archaeological sites in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and the surrounding region
• Pre-Contact lithic artifact identification and analysis; post-Contact artifact analysis