On-Call Archaeologist

GEI Consultants; Rancho Cordova (CA); Vor Ort; USD 39.000 - 61.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

GEI Consultants is seeking motivated On-Call Archaeologists to support our Cultural Resources team on archaeological field investigations and cultural resources compliance projects throughout California and the western United States.

This hourly, project-based position offers flexibility with project needs and employee availability. Responsibilities include surveys, monitoring, testing, and field data collection, under Field Directors, Project Archaeologists, and Project Managers.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Historic Archaeology, or a closely related field.
• At least one year of supervised professional archaeological field experience.
• Knowledge of archaeological field methods and cultural resources practices.

Aufgaben

• Conduct archaeological pedestrian surveys and field investigations.
• Perform cultural resources monitoring at construction sites and support implementation of measures designed to avoid or minimize impacts to cultural resources.
• Assist with archaeological testing, excavation, site recordation, and other field activities as assigned.
• Accurately collect and record archaeological and environmental field data using established methods, forms, and protocols.
• Prepare field notes, site records, daily monitoring/progress reports, and other project documentation.
• Use GPS equipment and digital field data collection applications to document field observations and resources.
• Follow established archaeological methods, project protocols, QA/QC requirements, and safety procedures.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a field team.
• Communicate field conditions, findings, schedule considerations, and other project needs to field and project leadership.
• Travel to project locations throughout California and the western United States, including overnight and extended field assignments as needed.
• Perform other project-related duties as assigned.

Kenntnisse

Archaeological field methods

Communication & teamwork

Navigation & GPS use

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology / related field

Tools

GPS

GIS

Jobbeschreibung

EnvironmentalRancho Cordova,California
Salary: USD 28.00 - 44.00 Annually

GEI is seeking motivated On-Call Archaeologists to support our growing Cultural Resources team on archaeological field investigations and cultural resources compliance projects throughout California and the western United States.

This is an hourly, project-based position with work scheduled according to project needs and employee availability. On-call archaeologists will work under the direction of Field Directors, Project Archaeologists, and Project Managers and may support archaeological survey, monitoring, excavation, testing, site recordation, and other field assignments.

• Conduct archaeological pedestrian surveys and field investigations.
• Perform cultural resources monitoring at construction sites and support implementation of measures designed to avoid or minimize impacts to cultural resources.
• Assist with archaeological testing, excavation, site recordation, and other field activities as assigned.
• Accurately collect and record archaeological and environmental field data using established methods, forms, and protocols.
• Prepare field notes, site records, daily monitoring/progress reports, and other project documentation.
• Use GPS equipment and digital field data collection applications to document field observations and resources.
• Follow established archaeological methods, project protocols, QA/QC requirements, and safety procedures.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a field team.
• Communicate field conditions, findings, schedule considerations, and other project needs to field and project leadership.
• Travel to project locations throughout California and the western United States, including overnight and extended field assignments as needed.
• Perform other project-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Historic Archaeology, or a closely related field.
• At least one year of supervised professional archaeological field experience; construction monitoring experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of archaeological field methods and cultural resources practices.
• Ability to accurately complete field documentation and follow established protocols.
• Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel, including overnight travel and extended field assignments.
• Ability to conduct fieldwork in varying terrain and weather conditions.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record and access to reliable transportation.
• Ability to use smartphones, tablets, and standard computer applications, including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to communicate availability to support project staffing needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Archaeological field school or equivalent field training.
• Experience conducting archaeological surveys, excavations, testing, or site recordation.
• Familiarity with Section 106, CEQA, NEPA, or other cultural resources compliance requirements.
• Experience with GPS, GIS, digital field data collection tools, and mapping applications.
• Previous cultural resources consulting or agency experience.
• Qualifications or experience identifying human remains.
• Experience camping during field assignments.

We are GEI.

Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here .

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As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here .

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation
• Pay Range For This Position: $28.00 – $44.00/hour
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Rewards and Recognition
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands:

Sedentary

x

Light

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday

(check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent

(33-66% of day)

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

X (4+ hours)

Standing

X (1-2 hours)

Walking

X (1-2 hours)

Climbing

X

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

(0-25 lbs)

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

(0-25 lbs)

Carrying objects

X

Push/pull

X

Twisting

X

X

Reaching forward

X

Reaching overhead

X

X

X

X

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

X (4+ hours)

Taste or smell

X

Talk or hear

X

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision

X

Far Vision

X

Yes

No

Not Applicable

X

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

X

Hearing

X

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

X

Chemical

X

X

Extreme temperatures

X

Radiation

X

Uneven surfaces or elevations

X

X

Dust/particulate matter

X

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