On-Call Archaeological Technician (Part-Time)

SEARCH; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

SEARCH has immediate openings for Part-Time, As Needed Archaeological Technicians to support surveys and excavation projects across the Continental US. Under direct supervision, technicians perform field surveys, monitoring, data recovery, and related tasks using approved methods.

The role emphasizes field support for Phase I–III studies, requires basic archaeological survey knowledge, and may involve travel.

Qualifications

• Must have basic knowledge of archaeological field survey, excavation, and lab techniques.
• Previous field school or field experience required.
• Must have valid driver''s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to obtain government security clearance.
• Willingness to travel for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Conduct archaeological survey, monitoring, and excavation in support of fieldwork for Phase I, II, and III studies
• Adhere to project health and safety plan and participate in office and field training
• Use electronic and traditional navigational equipment (GPS, iPad/ArcCollector/Survey123, compass, and transit) to orient yourself and perform fieldwork
• Photo-document artifacts, ecofacts, features, excavation units, land use, landscapes, unique environmental features, historic structures, archaeological sites, unique environmental features, and work in progress and record an accurate photo log
• Record accurate, organized, and clear field notes, maps, drawings, logs, forms, tables, databases, artifact bags, box labels, and other project documentation
• Collect artifacts, ecofacts, and samples in accordance with the research design and keep an accurate field specimen log
• Complete project tasks and errands as directed by the Archaeologist, Senior Archaeologist, and/or other project leadership
• Maintain and organize field equipment, supplies, vehicles, and work site
• Procure field equipment and supplies
• Travel for extended periods of time
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Field survey knowledge

Data recording

Driving and transportation access

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Anthropology or Archaeology

Accredited archaeological field school

Six months field experience

Tools

GPS

ArcCollector

Survey123

Compass

Transit

Job description

SEARCH has immediate openings for Part-Time, As Needed Archaeological Technicians to support surveys and excavation projects across the Continental US. Under direct supervision, technicians perform field surveys, monitoring, data recovery, and related tasks using approved methods.

The role emphasizes field support for Phase I–III studies, requires basic archaeological survey knowledge, and may involve travel.