Archaeological Technician

Far Western Anthropological Research Group, Inc.; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Far Western Anthropological Research Group, Inc. is seeking Archaeological Technicians for part-time contract employment based out of our Davis, California office to support upcoming fieldwork.

This temporary staffing pool role offers variable hours, outdoor work, and compensation ranging from $24.50 to $28.00 per hour, depending on qualifications.

No guaranteed hours; candidates must be able to dispatch from Davis and comply with safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in anthropology/archaeology or related field is required.
• An accredited field school or CRM field experience in California or Nevada is required.
• Detail-oriented with ability to adapt to varying data collection needs and field methods.
• Willingness to learn and refine skills on-the-job is essential.
• Ability to interact professionally with clients and Native American representatives.
• Must comply with Far Western’s Safety Program and training protocols.
• Dispatch from the Davis, CA office when required.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Verbal and written communication

Willingness to learn

Client interaction

Safety compliance

Dispatch from Davis office

First Aid/CPR training

GPS navigation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in anthropology/archaeology

CRM field experience or field school

Tools

GPS navigation

Job description

Job Description

We are currently seeking Archaeological Technicians for part-time contract employment for upcoming fieldwork based out of our Davis, California office. This position is part of a temporary staffing pool. Work hours are not guaranteed and will vary based on operational needs, staffing requirements, and available assignments. Technician positions range from $24.50/hour - $28.00/hour (or higher depending on qualifications.)

Who We Are

Far Western is a cultural resources-only company run by archaeologists for archaeologists. Founded in 1979, we are one of the largest and most respected cultural resources firms in the United States. We take pride in balancing the compliance needs of our clients with high-quality archaeological research, innovative problem-solving, and the involvement of Native American tribes and tribal groups. We believe our approach highlights the core purpose of historic preservation laws to work in the public interest.

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree or higher in anthropology/archaeology (or a related field).
• An accredited field school or commensurate California or Nevada CRM field experience (e.g., survey, precontact and historic-era site identification/documentation/data collection, excavation, and familiarity with standard electronic devices and hand-held tools).
• Detail-oriented, able to adapt to varying data collection needs, attention to field methods/pace, and effective verbal and written communication.
• Willingness to learn/refine new skills on-the-job.
• Ability to collaboratively interact with clients, Native American representatives, and co-workers.
• Can comply with Far Western’s Safety Program and other Far Western training and operations protocols.
• Ability to dispatch out of our Davis, CA. office.

Additional Preferred Skills

• Current First Aid/CPR training/certifications.
• Basic compass, map, GPS navigation skills.
• Experience working outdoors in variable weather conditions and different types of environments.
• Ability to hike up to ten miles a day for up to 10 consecutive days in rugged terrain and variable weather.
• Willingness and ability to camp overnight in remote locations, as needed.
• Has a current driver’s license and can operate a 4WD vehicle in varying terrain.

Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered.