On‑Call Field Archaeologist — Texas, Oklahoma & Louisiana

WSP in the U.S.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

WSP has immediate openings for On Call Field Archaeologists for multiple surveys planned in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana and Arkansas. This is an on-call, temporary hourly position with rates starting at $22 per hour.

Local candidates in Texas, Oklahoma, or Louisiana are preferred, but all qualified applicants will be considered. Responsibilities include pedestrian surveys, excavation and shovel test recording, artifact recovery and identification, and data recording using field forms.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in anthropology/archaeology or closely related field.
• 0–2 years of archaeology or anthropology-related experience.
• Self-motivated and physically able to conduct fieldwork in all weather conditions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with scientific and non-scientific audiences.
• Proven self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet objectives.
• Proficient in business writing and common office software and tools.
• Willingness to travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Assist with multiple Phase I surveys including pedestrian survey and shovel test excavations.
• Record archaeological data using field forms (artifact type, soil color, soil textures).
• Recover and identify artifacts and other materials.
• Collaborate effectively as part of a team and adhere to policies and codes of conduct.
• Exercise ethical decision-making regarding company resources.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Self-leadership

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Undergraduate degree in anthropology/archaeology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

WSP has immediate openings for On Call Field Archaeologists for multiple surveys planned in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana and Arkansas. This is an on-call, temporary hourly position with rates starting at $22 per hour.

Local candidates in Texas, Oklahoma, or Louisiana are preferred, but all qualified applicants will be considered. Responsibilities include pedestrian surveys, excavation and shovel test recording, artifact recovery and identification, and data recording using field forms.