Temporary Archaeological Monitor

WSP in the U.S.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking a Temporary Archaeological Monitor in Baltimore, Maryland for a rail construction project. This three-month, hourly, project-based role involves field monitoring, documenting archaeological remains, and supporting digital data preparation for reporting.

You will work with Senior Archaeologists and field staff to monitor excavations, document findings, and assist with data collection and reporting in a safety-conscious environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or related field.
• 0-1 year of experience performing cultural resources services in field, office, or laboratory settings.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Attention to detail and good communication skills.
• Physically able to conduct archaeological fieldwork, including lifting up to 25 lbs. of tools, equipment, and/or artifacts.
• Willingness and ability to work outdoors in cold weather.
• Ability to take digital photographs.
• Ability to complete digital forms.
• Experience identifying a wide variety of archaeological features and archaeological materials in the field.

Responsibilities

• Assist with archaeological monitoring and feature documentation under the direction of Senior Archaeologists.
• Document findings through detailed note taking including completing field forms.
• Collect and log artifacts.
• Work as part of a team.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company resources and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

Physically fit

Outdoor work

Photography

Digital forms

Field identification

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or related field

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Temporary Archaeological Monitor for an exciting project in Baltimore, Maryland. Be part of a growing organization that solves our client’s cultural resource challenges and helps identify, evaluate, and mitigate archaeological sites.

Job Description

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Temporary Archaeological Monitor for an exciting project in Baltimore, Maryland. Be part of a growing organization that solves our client’s cultural resource challenges and helps identify, evaluate, and mitigate archaeological sites.

WSP is currently looking to fill a n hourly, project-based position conducting construction monitoring. This position will work with senior archaeologists, field supervisors, and other staff to execute a monitoring plan for a rail construction project. This position is expected to take an active role monitoring construction excavations , documenting archaeological remains unearthed, and following safety and communication protocols. The monitor will support the collection and preparation of digital data for reporting.

The successful candidate will have experience with archaeological construction monitoring or archaeological field investigations on an active construction site. The candidate will have experience documenting archaeological features, the logging of soils, and collection and logging of artifacts. Experience in the Eastern US is preferred but not required.

This is a three-month temporary position with variable hours. There is potential for continued employment upon completion of the three-month period.

Your Impact

• Assist with archaeological monitoring and feature documentation under the direction of Senior Archaeologists.
• Document findings through detailed note taking including completing field forms.
• Collect and log artifacts.
• Work as part of a team.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company resources and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or related field
• 0-1 year of experience in performing cultural resources services in a field, office, or laboratory setting.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Attention to detail and good communication skills.
• Physically able to conduct archaeological fieldwork, including lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. of tools, equipment, and/or artifacts.
• Willingness and ability to work outdoors in cold weather.
• Ability to take digital photographs.
• Ability to complete digital forms.
• Experience identifying a wide variety of archaeological features and archaeological materials in the field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous field work experience in the eastern US.
• Willingness to assist with historic research and report writing.
• Familiarity with digital recordkeeping in field settings.

Compensation

Expected Salary : $ 29.50-38.00 / hr.

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location.

WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

About WSP

ABOUT US

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

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