Part-Time Archaeological Field Technician

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Lodging provided

Per diem provided

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson (JMT) is seeking a part-time Archaeological Field Technician to assist with monitoring and Phase I–III investigations across the U.S. A bachelor’s degree in anthropology or a related field and a field school are required. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in the Mid-Atlantic and southeastern United States.

Candidate must be available for non-local travel. Lodging (individual hotel room) and per diem will be provided and/or reimbursed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related field.
• Completion of an accredited archaeological field school.
• Willingness to travel non-locally.
• Ability to perform physically demanding fieldwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist during Phase I–II field work across regions.
• Aid in identifying artifacts during excavation.
• Travel to project sites as required.

Skills

Physical stamina

Travel readiness

Teamwork

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Archaeology/Anthropology

Tools

GPS/Trimble navigation

Job description

Job Description

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,400 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT, is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Compensation for this position is $20.00 – $24.00/hour commensurate with experience, education and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided.

Position Summary: Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson (JMT) is seeking a part-time Archaeological Field Technician to assist with monitoring, Phase I, Phase II, and Phase III archaeological investigations, as needed. A bachelor’s degree in anthropology or a related field and a field school are required. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in the Mid-Atlantic and southeastern United States. Candidate must be available for non-local travel.

Lodging (individual hotel room) and per diem will be provided and/or reimbursed. Mileage to and from the project, project area, and drive time will also be compensated. Rate based on experience, and number of hours per week will be based on project workload.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• The qualified candidate for this position will assist Project and Senior Archaeologists during Phase I-II field work in the South, Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, and Northeast United States. The candidate will aid in identifying any pre-contact or historic artifacts encountered during shovel test pit (STP) or test unit (TU) excavation. Candidates must be flexible with traveling.

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Candidates must be able to perform physically demanding tasks in adverse environmental conditions (e.g., rugged terrain, remote locations, hot and cold temperatures). Candidates should be flexible to changing work schedules, have good organizational skills, communication skills, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn new tasks and travel.

Required Experience

• Qualified candidates should possess, at minimum, a bachelor’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related field and have completed an accredited archaeological field school.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with GPS/Trimble navigation and data collection
• Experience in CRM-based archaeological survey and/or excavation
• Knowledge of historic/prehistoric material culture and artifact processing
• Ability to navigate using compass and USGS topographic map

Working Conditions

Work is performed in the field 95% of the time. Ability to extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, and lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 lbs as needed. Work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.

Work is performed within a general office environment 5% of the time. Office work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

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