On-Call Archaeologist

Stantec; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 50,100 - 70,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Wellness program

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid family leave

Job summary

Stantec is expanding its archaeological team in Northern California with potential opportunities in other states. This position involves fieldwork focused on cultural resource management, requiring participation in identifying archaeological sites and conducting field surveys.

Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Anthropology or Archaeology, a dedication to safety, and the ability to travel. Comprehensive benefits, including medical and 401(k), are offered for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year related experience or equivalent education.
• Ability to lift and move items and equipment up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Identify and record archaeological sites and potential areas.
• Work with Field Director for cultural resources management.
• Collect field data and prepare documentation for reports.
• Engage in excavations and construction monitoring.

Skills

Interest in Cultural Resource Management

Strong safety culture dedication

Ability to travel and work away from home

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology or Archaeology

Participation in an archaeological field school

Job description

We are looking to expand our Northern California on‑call archaeological team. The work will take place primarily in Northern California, with potential opportunities in Alaska, Oregon, Washington, Nevada, and throughout California. This is a field‑work position, heavily influenced by seasonal weather, with occasional office or lab work.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in identifying and recording areas of archaeological potential, archaeological sites, and traditional use sites.
• Work closely with a Field Director/Supervisor to make technical recommendations for cultural resources management.
• Collect field data.
• Participate in field reconnaissance surveys (linear and block type).
• Prepare monitoring logs, survey forms, site records, and other field documentation, and provide brief work summaries for technical reports and client communications.
• Engage in excavations.
• Construction monitoring.

Qualifications

• Interest in Cultural Resource Management.
• Dedicated to following and promoting a strong safety culture.
• Able to travel and work away from home.
• A valid California driver’s license is required.

Education and Experience

• Required: A Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology or Archaeology and a minimum of 1‑year related experience, or an equivalent combination of advanced education and experience (preferred).
• Participation in an archaeological field school is an asset.
• Field work may include exposure to inclement weather; ability to lift and move items and equipment up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment

Typical office environment requires regular computer use and extended sedentary periods. Field work may expose candidates to outdoor elements and inclement weather.

Pay Range

• Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas – $50,100.00 - $70,100.00 Annually

Benefits Summary

Full‑time and part‑time employees (minimum 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k), employee stock purchase program, life and AD&D insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid family leave. Ten paid holidays, 10–20 days of vacation, and paid sick leave (subject to state and local law) are also provided. Temporary/casual employees receive 401(k) and paid leave in accordance with state and local law. Benefits may differ for union positions under collective bargaining agreements.

Location

United States | CA | Sacramento

Equal Employment Opportunity

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, training, termination, or any other condition of employment.