On-Call Archaeology Field Technician

WSP Global Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

WSP is seeking an On Call Archaeology Field Technician to join our Earth & Environment Cultural Resource Team for projects in the Mid-Atlantic region, including Philadelphia. The role is hourly and project-based, supporting senior archaeologists and other staff to expand client relationships and deliver field results.

The successful candidate will conduct field survey, shovel tests, artifact collection, and documentation, with travel to various sites and remote locations as needed.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate coursework in anthropology, archaeology, historic preservation, or related field.
• Archaeological field school or 3 months of professional experience or certification program.
• 0–2 years of experience in cultural resources fieldwork.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated, physically able for fieldwork in all weather, and able to follow instructions.
• Ability to perform Phase I survey and carry up to 25 lbs. of gear.

Responsibilities

• Assist field projects during Phase I and II by performing pedestrian reconnaissance and shovel tests under supervision.
• Document findings with detailed notes and field forms.
• Collect and log prehistoric and historic artifacts.
• Work as part of a team and adhere to policies and code of conduct.
• Perform additional duties as needed by business requirements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Self-motivated

Physical stamina

Follow instructions

Ability to travel

Education

B.A./B.S. in Anthropology/Archaeology/History

Archaeological field school

Job description

Job Description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for an On Call Archaeology Field Technician for exciting projects in the Mid Atlantic area. Be involved in projects with our Earth & Environment Cultural Resource Team and become a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their cultural resource challenges.

WSP is currently looking to fill an hourly, project-based position. This position will work with senior archaeologists, field supervisors, architectural historians, and other environmental staff to expand existing and new client relationships and contribute to WSP’s capacity and reputation in the environmental and engineering marketplace. Compensation will be commensurate with credentials and experience.

The successful candidate will work with environmental and heritage/cultural resources specialists throughout the Mid Atlantic, including Philadelphia, Harrisburg, Charleston WV, Baltimore, DC, Richmond. Current and upcoming archaeological project contributions are needed in Virginia. This position is expected to take an active role in conducting fieldwork and supporting the collection and preparation of digital data for reporting findings. The successful candidate will have experience with field survey, including the excavation of shovel test pits, and the logging of soils and collection and logging of artifacts. Experience in the Eastern US is preferred but not required.

Your Impact

• Assist with field projects during all phases of archaeological testing (primarily Phase I and II) by performing pedestrian reconnaissance, shovel tests, test unit excavation supervised by a Field Director
• Document findings through detailed note taking including Munsell soil descriptions and completing field forms
• Collect and log prehistoric and historic artifacts
• Work as part of a team
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company resources and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Undergraduate coursework in anthropology, archaeology, historic preservation, or related field
• Archaeological field school – can be substituted by 3 month’s professional experience or completion of an Archeological Technician Certification program
• 0-2 years of experience in performing cultural resources services in a field, office, or laboratory setting
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment
• Attention to detail and excellent written communication skills
• Self-motivated, physically able to conduct all aspects of fieldwork in all weather conditions, and be able to follow instructions
• Ability to perform Phase I survey and carry up to 25 lbs. of personal gear and company equipment
• Experience identifying and analyzing a wide variety of archaeological materials from prehistoric and historic-period archaeological sites in the field Preferred Qualifications
• B.A./B.S. degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, History, or related field
• 0-2 years of previous field work experience in the eastern US
• Willingness to travel to remote project sites with overnight stay
• Reliable transportation for travel to projects inside and outside of the DMV; project travel is reimbursed in accordance with company policy.
• Experience washing and labeling artifact collections

WSP Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Compensation

Expected Salary: $23.66-$29.00

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes that might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location.

WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges.

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Notice To Third Party Agencies

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