On-Call Field Archaeologist

WSP Global Inc.; Louisville (KY); Presencial; USD 30.000 - 47.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Single occupancy hotel rooms

Meal reimbursement

Transportation to worksite

Descripción de la vacante

WSP Global Inc. is seeking an On-call, Part-Time Field Archaeologist for our Louisville, KY and other office locations. You will join the Heritage and Cultural Resources Earth & Environment Team on projects for federal, state, and commercial clients.

The role offers on-call hourly work with potential for long-term assignments based on workload. Responsibilities include assisting with Phase I/II fieldwork, recording findings, and supporting artifact identification.

Formación

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Self-motivated and physically able to conduct fieldwork in all weather.
• Willingness to travel extensively as part of field projects.
• Upholding workplace safety and company policies is essential.

Responsabilidades

• Assist with field projects during all archaeological testing phases (Phase I/II).
• Perform pedestrian reconnaissance, shovel tests, and test unit excavation under supervision.
• Document findings with detailed notes, soil descriptions, and field forms.
• Assist in artifact identification and documentation of deposits.
• Collaborate effectively as part of a field team.

Conocimientos

Verbal and written communication

Self-motivation

Physical fitness

Safety awareness

Travel readiness

Educación

Undergraduate degree in anthropology/archaeology/historic preservation

Archaeological field school

Descripción del empleo

This Opportunity

On-call, Part-Time Field Archaeologistfor ourLouisville, Kentucky; Lexington, Kentucky; Kansas City, Missouri; Ballwin, Missouri; and Jefferson City, Missouri 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

Minimum 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 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
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position

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