On-Call Archaeology Field Technician (Early Career)

WSP in the U.S.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

WSP currently has opportunities for On Call Early Career Archaeology Field Technicians for project work in Arizona. Successful candidates will work with supervisory field staff and senior archaeologists on survey, testing, data recovery, and monitoring tasks.

Per diem is provided; travel to sites in Arizona and New Mexico is expected. A BA/BS in archaeology-related field is required with 0–1 years of experience; MS/MA preferred. Must pass background and screening as required by WSP.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, History or related field.
• 0-1 years of professional level experience in archaeological planning and management.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of cultural resources regulations and North American archaeology.
• Experience with SharePoint and Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of NHPA, ARPA, NAGPRA and state laws.
• Ability to perform pedestrian survey and carry up to 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Participate in Class I-Class III assessments and avoidance recommendations.
• Contribute to heritage/cultural resource investigations compliant with NEPA, NHPA and NAGPRA.
• Assist in field tasks: testing, data recovery, monitoring, and surveying.
• Travel to project sites in Arizona and New Mexico; per diem provided.
• Assist with digital data collection and reporting preparation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Travel willingness

Education

BA/BS degree in Archaeology/Anthropology/History

MS/MA preferred

Tools

SharePoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

WSP currently has opportunities for On Call Early Career Archaeology Field Technicians for project work in Arizona. Successful candidates will work with supervisory field staff and senior archaeologists on survey, testing, data recovery, and monitoring tasks.

Per diem is provided; travel to sites in Arizona and New Mexico is expected. A BA/BS in archaeology-related field is required with 0–1 years of experience; MS/MA preferred. Must pass background and screening as required by WSP.