Associate Archaeologist – Irvine

ECORP Consulting, Inc.; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 50,971; Full time

Job summary

ECORP Consulting, Inc. is hiring a full-time Associate Archaeologist for its Southern California cultural resources team. The role involves conducting surveys, mapping, and collaboration on various projects while being based in Irvine, California.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree and a strong background in cultural resources management. Physical endurance and communication skills are essential. This entry-level role offers a salary range of $30.00 to $37.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in cultural resources management, 5 years preferred.
• Ability to conduct fieldwork and work in outdoor environments.
• Familiarity with Southern California's history and archaeology.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pedestrian surveys and site documentation.
• Prepare technical reports and maps.
• Perform construction monitoring and excavations.
• Conduct archival and background research.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Fieldwork

Communication Skills

Cultural Resources Regulations

Archival Research

Collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Anthropology or Archaeology

Job description

ECORP Consulting, Inc. is seeking a full-time Associate Archaeologist to join our Southern California cultural resources team. The position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of projects throughout the region while being based out of our Irvine, California office. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, adaptable, and capable of supporting both field and office-based cultural resources work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pedestrian surveys and site documentation
• Prepare maps, records, and technical reports
• Perform construction monitoring and archaeological excavations
• Conduct archival and background research as needed
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients
• Support project and business development activities within the region

Requirements

• Master’s degree or higher in Anthropology, archaeology, or a closely related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience; 5 years of experience in environmental and cultural resources management in California (CRM) is highly desired
• Ability to conduct fieldwork and construction monitoring, including travel and work in challenging outdoor environments
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for collaboration in a smaller office environment
• Working knowledge of federal and state cultural resources regulations
• Familiarity with the prehistory, history, archaeology, and ethnography of Southern California

Physical Requirements

This position requires hiking over uneven terrain, carrying field equipment, working outdoors in varying weather conditions, and standing or walking for extended periods of time.

Compensation

This is a full-time hourly position with a range of $30.00 – $37.00 per hour. Actual compensation is based upon relevant experience, education, certifications, and internal equity.

ECORP Consulting, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Level: Entry-Level

Job Type: Full Time On-Call

Job Location: Santa Ana

Job Position: Archaeologist