Archaeologist On-Call Southern CA

ICF International • San Diego, CA

101d • $55,148 - $103,128

About The Position

The On-Call/Temporary Archaeologist will assist senior archaeologists in fieldwork, laboratory analysis, monitoring, and preparation of technical reports and environmental documents. Duties will include conducting and compiling background research, survey, testing, evaluation, data recovery, and construction monitoring, laboratory work, assistance with report preparation as well as other tasks as assigned. Position requires excellent field skills, artifact analyses, keeping of field notes and records, and writing key sections of reports (methods, results, artifact analyses). Travel for up to 10 days may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or related field
• 1+ years of field experience in archaeological monitoring and survey
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check

Nice To Haves

• Field experience in Los Angeles, eastern San Diego County, and/or Imperial County
• Ability to communicate and coordinate effectively with ICF senior staff and construction personnel
• Knowledge of computers and GPS equipment
• Background in prehistoric or historic period archaeology
• Ability to conduct field visits at locations throughout Southern California
• Cross training in paleontological monitoring
• Railroad Safety Training for a Southern California Railroad or transit district
• Active 40-hour HAZWOPER training

Responsibilities

• Assist senior archaeologists in fieldwork and laboratory analysis
• Conduct background research, survey, testing, evaluation, and data recovery
• Perform construction monitoring and laboratory work
• Assist with report preparation and other assigned tasks
• Maintain field notes and records
• Write key sections of reports including methods, results, and artifact analyses

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees