As-Needed Archaeological Field Technician - Arizona

Overview

Location(s): Arizona
Practice/Department: Emerging Regions
Work Environment: Field
Compensation: $22.00-$30.00/hourly*

Position Overview

We are seeking qualified, experienced Archaeological Field Technicians/Monitors for various construction projects in the state of Arizona. There may also be opportunities to work on archaeological projects outside Arizona, primarily in the states of California, Colorado, Nevada, Texas, and Wyoming.

Duties And Responsibilities

• During archaeological monitoring, the applicant would be responsible for on-site communication with construction and Native American personnel, and for maintaining daily logs that include detailed descriptions of construction activities, communication, and future plans.
• During survey work, the applicant will be expected to communicate effectively with the crew leader to verify understanding of instructions or site-specific information.
• Scientific photography, measurement, artifact identification, and recordation of resources will be required.
• During excavation, the applicant will be expected to work well with a team to ensure clear communication. Ability to identify buried resources and document them effectively while working in a team will be necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology or Anthropology
• Completed an accredited field school certification
• Previous archaeological survey experience within Arizona and experience recording a variety of site and isolate types in this region
• The ability to safely operate a 4wd vehicle
• Physical ability to carry equipment and supplies (up to 40 lbs.) and walk or hike for long hours during fieldwork
• Willingness to travel to a project location for several consecutive days
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by first day of employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Completed an accredited field school certification
• Previous archaeological survey experience in California, the Desert West, the Pacific Northwest and/or the Mid-Atlantic, and experience recording a variety of site and isolate types in the respective region(s)
• Experience with a wide range of archaeological field methods including pedestrian survey, testing/evaluation, and monitoring
• Understanding and willingness to safely accommodate difficult weather and other environmental conditions and challenges
• Ability to operate field equipment, including GPS equipment, cameras, and tablets
• Knowledge of and experience using ESRI Collector and/or Field Maps

Compensation

Final agreed-upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s related experience, education, certifications, skills, and work location.

Working Conditions

This job operates in an outdoor or office-based environment and this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, etc. Outdoor activity may involve walking/trekking in uneven terrain over long distances in extreme weather conditions for extended periods of time.

Physical Requirements

• Working on a computer, sitting, or standing for long periods of time in an office or remote office setting.
• Employees must be capable of bending, squatting, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 35 lbs. unassisted; 50lbs in a team lift (two or more employees).
• Attending meetings, both in person and virtually, and speaking on the phone with peers, clients, etc.
• Specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Outdoor activity may involve walking/trekking in uneven terrain over long distances in extreme weather conditions for extended periods of time.