Cultural Resources Technician- Temporary

SWCA, Incorporated; Flagstaff (AZ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

SWCA Environmental Consultants seeks Cultural Resources Technicians for our Flagstaff, AZ office. This is a temporary, hourly, field-based assignment anticipated to last six months with possible extension.

Responsibilities include pedestrian surveys, site recording, data collection, artifact identification, and assisting with related office tasks. Requires field readiness, travel ability, and 50 lb lifting capability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 6 months of relevant experience.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle background screening.
• Ability to carry equipment and supplies up to 50 pounds.
• Available for local fieldwork and extended travel as needed.
• Preferred: Bachelor's in Anthropology/Archaeology or related field.
• Preferred: Accreditation via Field School; field methodologies experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with conducting archaeological fieldwork including survey, site recording and data collection.
• Perform fieldwork for long hours in varying environments and conditions.
• Identify historic and prehistoric artifacts and features.
• Support cultural resource records searches, laboratory tasks and office work as needed.
• Work independently and as part of a field team under supervision.
• Follow safety program and communicate hazards promptly.

Skills

Fieldwork

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Field School (preferred)

Job description

About the opportunity

SWCA's Environmental Consultants is seeking Cultural Resources Technicians to join our Flagstaff, AZ office. Hiring will be for temporary positions to assist with upcoming cultural resources management work across Arizona.

This is a temporary, hourly, field-based assignment, with variable hours. This assignment is anticipated to last six months, with the possibility of extension based on project needs.

What you will accomplish

• Assist with conducting archaeological fieldwork (including pedestrian survey, site identification, site recording / data collection, monitoring and data recovery excavations).
• Conduct fieldwork for long hours in various environments including, but not limited to, extreme temperatures, inclement weather, and rugged terrain.
• Accurately identify historic and prehistoric artifacts and features.
• Assist with cultural resource records searches, laboratory analysis tasks, and other office work, as needed.
• Work independently in a responsible manner.
• Work as a productive member of a team and follow the direction of the field supervisor.
• Adheres to the safety program and looks out for the safety of others, promptly communicating and mitigating safety hazards.

Experience and qualifications for success

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent and 6 months of relevant experience
• Must have a valid driver's license, the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle background screening, and have access to reliable transportation.
• Able to carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Available for fieldwork on local projects and for fieldwork requiring extended travel (staying in a hotel for up to 10 days at a time).

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a related field
• Completion of an accredited Field School
• Experience with a range of field methodologies; including survey, testing, excavation, and heavy equipment or ground disturbing activity monitoring.

Why Work at SWCA:

SWCA Environmental Consultants is a growing employee-owned firm, providing a full-spectrum of environmental services. Our Vision (the North Star)is to makeSWCA the best workplace and industry leader in sustainability, bringing sound science and creative solutions to global environmental challenges while maintaining a dedication to employee-ownership.We live our core values: we collaborate as#OneSWCA;weare#AlwaysLearning, we#NeverSettle,and we#GiveBack.

We are 100% employee-owned, and we build our success together. With offices across the United States, SWCA is one of the largest environmental compliance firms and ranks among Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms. We offer a supportive, team-oriented work environment and competitive wages and benefits, including an 100% employee stock ownership plan (retirement).

At SWCA, we support our team members in developing their careers to make them leaders in their industry. Our Career Landscape initiative is a process and guide designed to help develop chart rewarding career paths for employees at SWCA. We encourage professional conference attendance, internal and external professional development and training programs, education reimbursement, a Science and Leadership Program, and bonuses for publications meeting certain criteria. All regular status employees are eligible to participate in SWCA medical, dental, vision, employee assistance, wellness, life and disability plans, and are eligible to participate in the SWCA 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan and Trust.

If you need assistance accessing SWCA’s website, completing the online application, or require accommodations at any point during the hiring process due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail] or call 1-480-581-5378. We’re committed to providing an inclusive and supportive experience for all candidates. This contact information is specifically for accommodation requests; other inquiries will not receive a response.

EOE - women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. At SWCA Environmental Consultants, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including those with diverse experiences and veterans, to apply. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce enhances creativity, innovation, and overall organizational success.

SWCA is committed to salary equity and salary transparency for all its employees. In alignment with this commitment, SWCA posts good faith pay ranges in all its advertised job postings to promote pay equity and transparency.

A Cultural Resources Technician in this Arizona-based position can expect an hourly rate of $19.31 - $25.49/hr. Actual pay within this range may depend on experience, qualifications, geographic location, client requirements where applicable, and other factors permitted by law.

SWCA continues to invest deeply in career development programs, delivering our award-winning Career Landscape support resources to accelerate the growth of our staff. We recognize the valuable skills and experiences our internal team members bring to SWCA’s continued success. Qualified internal candidates are encouraged to apply and will be seriously considered for this position. We believe in promoting from within, where possible, providing our existing employees with compelling opportunities to advance their careers.

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