Seasonal Field Archeologist — Yosemite

U.S. National Park Service; California; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. National Park Service seeks a project archaeologist located at Seasonal Staffing Office-Yosemite National Park in the Resource Management and Science Division. This temporary appointment lasts up to 1 year and may be extended up to two years based on agency needs and funding.

Open to the first 50 applicants or until 11/23/2026; applications received by 11:59 EST on closing day will be considered. The role emphasizes field survey, excavation, lab work, and report preparation as part of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with archaeology coursework and field school experience.
• Graduate education toward PhD in anthropology/archeology or related discipline.
• Experience in field survey, excavation, and analysis is preferred.

Skills

Archaeology fieldwork

Survey and excavation

Report writing

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Archaeology/Anthropology

3+ years graduate study toward PhD in related field

Job description

The U.S. National Park Service seeks a project archaeologist located at Seasonal Staffing Office-Yosemite National Park in the Resource Management and Science Division. This temporary appointment lasts up to 1 year and may be extended up to two years based on agency needs and funding.

Open to the first 50 applicants or until 11/23/2026; applications received by 11:59 EST on closing day will be considered. The role emphasizes field survey, excavation, lab work, and report preparation as part of