Archaeologist On-Call Pacific Northwest

ICF; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking On-Call Archaeologists Crew Chiefs for exciting projects in the Pacific Northwest. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on a large pedestrian block survey, with a flexible schedule of 8 days on and 6 days off. You'll collaborate with a dedicated team, gaining invaluable experience in fieldwork, artifact identification, and data management. The position provides competitive hourly pay, along with travel accommodations and a per diem. If you're passionate about archaeology and eager to make an impact in a supportive environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Single Occupancy Hotels

Transportation Provided

$68 Per Diem

Qualifications

• 2+ years of supervising archaeological surveys.
• Ability to hike up to 10 miles daily in rugged terrain.

Responsibilities

• Conduct archaeological surveys and monitor construction sites.
• Record archaeological sites and produce quality notes.

Skills

Field Skills

Artifact Identification

Detailed Note-Taking

Effective Communication

Data Entry Applications (ArcGIS Collector)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Archaeology

Bachelor's degree in Anthropology

Tools

ArcGIS Collector

Job description

Archaeologist On-Call

Pacific Northwest (WA, OR)

ICF seeks On-Call Archaeologists Crew Chiefs for our Pacific Northwest region (based in Seattle, Portland, or Central Oregon). The On-Call/Temporary Archaeologist will initially work on a large pedestrian block survey in north-central Oregon, expected to run for 2+ months, with an 8 days on - 6 days off field schedule. The project is anticipated to start in mid-to-late May. Single occupancy hotels and transportation to and from Seattle/Portland/Central Oregon will be provided, along with a $68 per diem for working days. Additional work may include construction monitoring, survey, testing, evaluation, data recovery, laboratory analysis, background research, report writing, and other tasks as assigned. The position requires excellent field skills, artifact identification, and detailed note-taking. At ICF, you will collaborate with talented professionals and grow within a firm committed to developing long-term careers. Our cultural resources team includes experts in architectural history, archaeology, GIS, data management, environmental regulations, and planning.

About On-Call Employment with ICF

Due to the seasonal or project-specific nature of our environmental work, ICF hires environmental professionals as “On-Call” employees. These employees are scheduled for work hours as they become available, with work hours typically scheduled weeks in advance, though last-minute scheduling may occur. On-Call employees can accept or refuse assigned hours and may work on outside projects as long as there is no conflict of interest with ICF work.

These are part-time, hourly, non-exempt positions.

Compensation: Crew Chief $30 to $35/hour

Minimum Qualifications - Crew Chief

• Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related field
• At least 2 years of supervising archaeological surveys

Additional Knowledge & Experience

• Ability to hike up to 10 miles daily in rugged terrain
• Skill in recording archaeological sites and producing quality notes, forms, and geospatial data
• Effective communication and coordination with ICF staff
• Proficiency with computers, smart devices, and data entry applications like ArcGIS Collector
• Experience in precontact or historic-period archaeology
• Willingness to conduct field visits throughout Seattle and the Pacific Northwest
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services firm that combines expertise with innovative technology to help clients address complex challenges. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive and are an equal opportunity employer. For more information, see our EEO policy.

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Candidate AI Usage Policy

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Pay Range: The salary for this position, based on full-time employment, ranges from $60,663 to $103,128, depending on factors such as experience, skills, certifications, location, and other considerations.