On Call Field Archaeologist

WSP in the U.S.; Freeport (ME); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Single occupancy hotel rooms for field

Flat-rate meal reimbursement

Hotel-to-site transportation provided

Potential for full-time employment

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking an on-call, part-time Field Archaeologist to support our Heritage and Cultural Resources team across multiple offices including Troy, NY, Morristown, NJ, Freeport, ME, Foxborough, MA, North Providence, RI, Glastonbury, CT and more. This role offers potential for long-term work and possible full-time employment depending on workload.

Responsibilities include Phase I/II field testing, pedestrian surveys, shovel tests, unit excavations, detailed note taking, artifact

Qualifications

• Undergrad degree in anthropology/archaeology/historic preservation or related field.
• Archaeological field school experience required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self‑motivated and physically able to conduct fieldwork in all weather.
• Location in the southeast or Missouri and surrounding states preferred; travel possible to other states.

Responsibilities

• Assist with field projects during all phases of archaeological testing (Phase I and II).
• Perform pedestrian reconnaissance, shovel tests, and test unit excavation under a Field Director.
• Document findings with detailed notes and field forms; assist in artifact identification.
• Work as part of a team and adhere to safety and conduct policies.

Skills

Undergraduate degree

Field school

Verbal and written communication

Physical fieldwork ability

Willing to travel 100%

Education

Undergraduate degree in anthropology/archaeology/historic preservation

Archaeological field school

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for an

Job Description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for an On-call, Part-Time Field Archaeologist for our Troy, New York, Morristown, New Jersey, Freeport, ME, Foxborough, MA, North Providence, Rhode Island, Glastonbury, CT offices. Be involved in projects with our Heritage and Cultural Resources Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. Projects include a wide range of federal, state, and commercial clients with many new opportunities and interesting locations. This position is on-call, with potential for long term work and possible, full-time employment based on our current and upcoming workload.

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
• Assist in prehistoric and historic artifact identification and document archaeological deposits
• Work as part of a team
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct 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 degree in anthropology, archaeology, historic preservation, or related field
• Archaeological field school
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Self-motivated, physically able to conduct all aspects of fieldwork in all weather conditions, and be able to follow instructions
• Location in the southeast or Missouri and surrounding states is preferred. Opportunities to work in other states is possible
• This is an on-call, hourly position. Hourly rates are industry competitive ($19.00-$22.50/hour, based upon American CRM experience)
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety & drug/alcohol and harassment policies
• This position requires 100% travel.

Additional Information

• Single occupancy hotel rooms for duration of fieldwork and paid directly by WSP
• Flat-rate meal reimbursement, unless otherwise noted for specific projects
• Transportation from hotel to work site provided, unless otherwise noted for specific projects
• Opportunities for full-time employment and advancement
• Benefits package includes PTO, modified holiday pay, 401K plan
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position

WSP Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on 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.

WSP Compensation

Expected Salary (all locations): $40,456 - $47,736

About WSP

ABOUT US

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. Are you ready to get started?

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.

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