Irvine-Based Field Archaeologist & Project Lead

ECORP Consulting, Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

ECORP Consulting, Inc. seeks a Staff Archaeologist to join our Southern California cultural resources team, based in Irvine, California.

This full‑time, hourly position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of projects throughout the region, while supporting both field- and office-based cultural resources tasks. The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree in Anthropology or Archaeology, at least 5 years of relevant experience (8 years in California preferred), and the ability to conduct

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience; 8 years of experience in environmental and cultural resources management in California is highly desired.
• Ability to conduct fieldwork and construction monitoring, including travel and work in challenging outdoor environments.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a smaller office and multidisciplinary project team.
• Working knowledge of federal and California cultural resources regulations.
• Familiarity with the prehistory, history, archaeology, and ethnography of Southern California.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pedestrian surveys and site documentation
• Prepare maps, records, technical reports, and other cultural resources documentation
• Perform construction monitoring and archaeological excavations
• Conduct archival, records, and background research as needed
• Assist with the analysis and interpretation of archaeological data
• Coordinate and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and other project stakeholders
• Support project management and business development activities within the region
• Provide technical support and guidance to junior cultural resources staff, as appropriate

Skills

Fieldwork

Construction monitoring

Technical reporting

Interpersonal communication

Independent work

Education

Master’s degree in Anthropology/Archaeology

Job description

ECORP Consulting, Inc. seeks a Staff Archaeologist to join our Southern California cultural resources team, based in Irvine, California.

This full‑time, hourly position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of projects throughout the region, while supporting both field- and office-based cultural resources tasks. The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree in Anthropology or Archaeology, at least 5 years of relevant experience (8 years in California preferred), and the ability to conduct