Archaeological Technician - Temporary/On-Call

Far Western Anthropological Research Group, Inc.; Sausalito (CA); On-site; USD 33,751 - 38,572; Part time

Job summary

A respected cultural resources firm is seeking part-time Archaeological Technicians for upcoming fieldwork in California and Nevada. Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree in anthropology or archaeology and relevant field experience. The role offers $24.50 to $28.00 per hour, depending on qualifications, and requires attention to detail, effective communication skills, and the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions. Applicants must demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively and comply with safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in anthropology/archaeology or related field.
• Accredited field school or relevant CRM field experience in California or Nevada.
• Ability to adapt to varying data collection needs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fieldwork in California and Nevada.
• Comply with Far Western’s Safety Program and training protocols.
• Collaboratively interact with clients and Native American representatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Ability to learn new skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in anthropology/archaeology

Tools

GPS navigation

Hand-held tools

Job description

Overview

Archaeological Technicians for part-time contract employment for upcoming fieldwork in California and Nevada. 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.

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 Sausalito, 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.

Interested applicants, please apply through our website at: www.farwestern.com/job-postings-2/