Archeological Field Tech (On-Call)

About the role

ICF’s Environment & Planning Division is passionate about doing what’s right for clients, people, the communities where we live and work, and the environment. Our team includes planners, scientists, program managers, communicators, economists, technologists, and strategists who are collaborative, curious, and committed to excellence.

On‑Call employees are scheduled for work hours as they become available (usually a few weeks ahead, with possible last‑minute scheduling). Each on‑call employee may accept or refuse the hours assigned in a given week and may work concurrent projects outside of their ICF assignment, provided there is no conflict of interest. This position is based at the Pennsylvania Field Office (PA66).

Responsibilities

• Assist senior archaeologists primarily in fieldwork: survey, testing, evaluation, data recovery, and construction monitoring
• Perform laboratory analysis
• Conduct background research
• Assist with report preparation
• Identify precontact and historic‑period artifacts and take detailed field notes
• Travel for up to 10 days may be involved
• Work outdoors under all weather conditions
• Other tasks as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, History, or a related field
• 1+ years of field experience in archaeological monitoring and survey
• Valid driver’s license and successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check

Qualifications

• Background in precontact or historic‑period archaeology
• Ability to conduct field visits
• Active 40‑hour HAZWOPER training
• Experience working with and communicating with construction crews

Skills

• Ability to communicate and coordinate effectively with ICF senior staff and construction personnel
• Knowledge and familiarity with computers and smart devices

Pay

The pay range for this position based on full‑time employment is $45,785.00 – $77,835.00.

Schedule

On‑Call employees are scheduled for work hours as they become available (typically a few weeks in advance, with possible last‑minute scheduling). Each employee may accept or refuse the hours assigned in a given week and may work concurrent projects outside of their ICF assignment, provided there is no conflict of interest.