Archaeology Field Technician | Gray and Pape

Society of Black Archaeologists; Town of Penfield, Midwest (NY, WY); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 34.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Gray & Pape is expanding its qualified pool of Archaeological Technicians for fieldwork, lab work, and GIS tasks across multiple regions in the United States. Opportunities are seasonal and on-call, with work allocated based on project needs and experience.

Qualified candidates will hold a degree in archaeology or related field, have field school experience, and be reliable team players; CRM familiarity and Phase I–III exposure are a plus.

Formación

• B.A./B.S. in Archaeology, Anthropology, Tribal Historic Preservation, or related field with prior coursework in archaeology, prehistory, and history.
• Archaeological field school or equivalent experience.
• Ability to take detailed notes.
• Demonstrated work reliability.
• Preference for CRM experience.
• Familiarity with Phase I, II, and/or III work.

Responsabilidades

• Perform archaeological fieldwork, lab work, or GIS work under supervision.
• Most working hours will be spent in the field.
• Contribute to research activities and use appropriate field techniques.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with team members.

Conocimientos

Note-taking

Fieldwork skills

Communication skills

Research skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Educación

B.A./B.S. in Archaeology/Anthropology/related field

Herramientas

GPS equipment

GIS software

Cameras

Descripción del empleo

Seasonal, On-Call Archaeology Field Technician Openings

Gray & Pape, a national cultural heritage firm, is seeking to increase our qualified pool of Archaeological Technicians for upcoming project work in the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, Southeast, and Mountain West regions. Individuals interested in working for Gray & Pape will only be selected from this pool.

Archaeology Seasonal Field Technician

performs archaeological fieldwork, lab work, or GIS work under the direction and supervision of a Gray & Pape Project Manager/Principal Investigator. Applicants approved for the pool must have (at a minimum):

• B.A./B.S. in Archaeology, Anthropology, Tribal Historic Preservation, or related field with prior coursework in, or demonstrated knowledge of archaeology, prehistory, and history.
• Archaeological field school or equivalent experience.
• Ability to take detailed notes.
• Demonstrated work reliability.

Required skills include the ability to effectively conduct research activities, conduct fieldwork using appropriate field techniques, develop and maintain positive relationships, balance work schedules and demands, provide and receive feedback, seek to resolve conflict through communication and collaboration, and use effective verbal and written communication to listen and communicate effectively.

Applicants must be proficient in the use of computer programs and database systems and have familiarity with the operations and use of cameras, GPS, and GIS equipment and software. Candidates should assume that most of their working hours will be spent in the field.

Preference will be given to those with CRM experience. Familiarity with Phase I, II, and/or III work required. Pay is dependent on region and experience, the range is $18.00-$25/hr based on skills, experience, and location.

We will be accepting applicants to the qualified pool until November 1st, 2026. Positions are seasonal, and work is on-call, as needed. Acceptance into the qualified field technician pool is not a guarantee of a job offer or a guarantee of hours.

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