Archaeologist (On-Call)

Stantec; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Mentorship opportunities

Diverse work experiences

Job summary

An environmental services firm in Pasadena is seeking on-call archaeologists to support fieldwork related to cultural resources. This role involves collaborating with Field Directors, executing cultural surveys, and documenting findings in accordance with state and federal standards. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in archaeology and have the capability to work effectively in various field settings. Stantec promotes a flexible work-life balance and values diverse team contributions.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform fieldwork under varying conditions.
• Knowledge of state and federal cultural resource standards.
• Experience with field documentation and report preparation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with pre-field planning and cultural surveys.
• Document precontact and historic-era cultural resources.
• Prepare detailed field documentation and monitoring reports.
• Conduct desktop research for archaeological assessments.

Skills

Field planning

Cultural surveys

Digital site mapping

Documentation skills

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Archaeology or related field

Tools

ESRI Field Maps

ArcGIS Online

GPS/GNSS units

Job description

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. We’re a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talents on work critical to our clients and the communities they support. Join a team that has the environment down to a science.

Your Opportunity

Join Stantec’s Environmental Services Cultural Resources Team in Southern California. We are seeking motivated team members to help grow our Cultural Resources program, which currently supports a variety of clients and projects, including statewide utility compliance programs, hydroelectric relicensing studies, as well as a wide range of CEQA and Section 106 projects involving desktop review, pedestrian survey, and construction monitoring. We strive to provide each cultural team member with a diverse range of work experiences and mentorship to help them advance in their careers. Stantec offers a flexible work schedule to maintain a work-life balance.

Stantec seeks on‑call archaeologists to support our growing portfolio of fieldwork. We have offices throughout southern California, including Pasadena, Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Monrovia, San Diego, Bakersfield, Fresno, Ventura, Santa Maria, and Santa Barbara. We welcome applications from archaeologists located in southern California.

Your Responsibilities

• Directly support archaeological Field Directors and Project Managers by assisting with pre‑field planning, cultural surveys, shovel test pits (STPs), test excavations, and monitoring of construction activities.
• Identify, document, and record precontact and historic‑era cultural resources, including built‑environment resources, in accordance with state and federal standards.
• Complete detailed field documentation, including site records, feature forms, Munsell soil descriptions, sketch maps, and photographic logs.
• Employ digital site mapping tools (ESRI Field Maps, Survey123, ArcGIS Online, etc.) and GPS/GNSS units with sub‑meter accuracy.
• Conduct desktop research as needed, including record searches, archival reviews, and preparation of DPR 523 forms or equivalent state records.
• Support archaeological impact assessments and contribute observations to site significance evaluations under NRHP/CRHR criteria.
• Prepare accurate, timely deliverables, including daily logs, monitoring reports, and HSSE documentation.
• Follow company safety protocols and field procedures, and contribute to a safe, respectful, and professional work environment.
• Work effectively as part of a team or independently in a variety of field conditions, often under limited supervision.
• Provide logistical support in the field, including equipment care, vehicle use, and coordination of supplies.