Archaeologist

Egis Group•Hamilton, ON

9h•CA$60,000 - CA$80,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking to expand our Environmental division in Ontario by hiring a motivated Archaeologist to work along our Senior Project Archaeologist to support our growing Cultural Heritage team. Our areas of specialty include conducting preliminary stages of archaeological assessments in a high-quality and efficient manner, supporting our clients through the provincial archaeological process and facilitating engagement with Indigenous communities. Egis’ Environmental Service Line has been recognized over the past 30+ years as providing high-level deliverables and advice to a variety of clients, throughout Ontario and the rest of Canada. Our Environmental Service Line currently consists of experts in the following fields: Cultural Heritage, Contaminant and Waste, Hydrogeology, Environmental Assessment, Natural Science and Environmental Engineering.

Requirements

BA or BSc degree in Archaeology or Anthropology;
3+ years of field experience working in archaeology or related field;
Applied Research license in good standing with the Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism (MCM) to conduct archaeological fieldwork in Ontario;
Familiarity with Indigenous and Euro-Canadian artifacts & archaeological resources
Working knowledge of the MCM’s 2011 Standards and Guidelines for Consultant Archaeologists;
Well-developed writing skills and experience completing all, or portions of, archaeological assessment reports;
Experience using a variety of computer software (e.g. Microsoft Office, Excel);
Excellent communication skills and an effective team member;
Hold a valid Ontario driver's licence;
Flexibility to travel and work on short-term ‘away’ projects across Ontario (hotel stays), as required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in GIS and digital field collection tools (ArcGIS, Field Maps, etc.);
Experience using a GPS / GNSS receiver and software;
Experience working with / engaging Indigenous communities;
Familiarity using Ontario’s Past Portal (PastPort).

Responsibilities

Request Project Information Form (PIF) Numbers, conduct research on previous archaeological work and sites using Ontario’s Past Portal;
Complete archaeological fieldwork under the supervision of our Senior Project Archaeologist including Stage 1 property inspections and Stage 2 surveys (pedestrian and test pitting surveys);
Collect, manage and present field data accurately;
Prepare Archaeological Assessment reports for internal / client / MCM review
Complete key tasks required for archaeological reporting including, but not limited to, background research on a property’s geography, history, previous archaeological fieldwork and current land conditions;
Ensure Egis Health and Safety procedures are always followed.