On-Call Field Archaeologist – Midwest Site Recovery

WSP; Kansas City (MO); Presencial; USD 28.000 - 48.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Single-occupancy hotel rooms provided

Per diem and meals

Transportation to site from hotel

Opportunities for full-time employment

401(k) plan

Descripción de la vacante

WSP is seeking 30 on-call, part-time Field Archaeologists for the Kansas City, MO office, with work located across the Midwest. The role supports a long-term Phase III data recovery project at four multi-component sites in northwest Arkansas, with a focus on Pre-Contact components and artifact features.

Fieldwork runs through mid to late 2027, with breaks due to weather and project backlog. Positions are hourly; local candidates near AR, MO, eastern OK, and eastern KS are ideal, and additional

Formación

• Undergraduate degree in anthropology / archaeology or a closely related field.
• Archaeological field school or similar archaeological field experience.
• Self-motivated, physically able to conduct all aspects of fieldwork in all weather conditions, and be able to follow instructions.

Responsabilidades

• Assist with multiple Phase III data recovery projects (Phase I and II work as needed).
• Conduct archaeological test unit and shovel test excavation.
• Excavation of cultural features and recovery/identification of artifacts.
• Record archaeological data using field forms (artifact type/quantity, soil color, and textures).
• Work effectively as part of a team and adhere to company policies.

Conocimientos

Archaeological field experience

Team collaboration

Physical endurance for fieldwork

Ethical decision-making

Educación

Undergraduate degree in anthropology / archaeology

Descripción del empleo

WSP is seeking 30 on-call, part-time Field Archaeologists for the Kansas City, MO office, with work located across the Midwest. The role supports a long-term Phase III data recovery project at four multi-component sites in northwest Arkansas, with a focus on Pre-Contact components and artifact features.

Fieldwork runs through mid to late 2027, with breaks due to weather and project backlog. Positions are hourly; local candidates near AR, MO, eastern OK, and eastern KS are ideal, and additional