On Call Field Archaeologist

WSP•Houston, TX

About The Position

WSP has immediate openings for on-call Field Archaeologists to support multiple surveys planned in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Arkansas. This is an as-needed, temporary hourly position. The anticipated starting rate is $22 per hour, with the final rate depending on North American CRM and regional archaeological experience. Candidates local to Texas, Oklahoma, or Louisiana are ideal, though all qualified applicants will be considered. WSP also has ongoing Phase I, II, and III work in other states and additional upcoming work. The role supports Phase I Intensive Cultural Resources Surveys. Fieldwork includes pedestrian surveys, excavating and recording shovel tests, recovering and identifying archaeological artifacts and other materials, and documenting archaeological data on field forms, including artifact types and counts, Munsell soil color, soil textures, and other relevant information. Archaeologists work as part of a team and are expected to make responsible, ethical decisions and follow WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures. The position requires physical fieldwork in all weather conditions, travel to project sites, and schedules that may extend beyond a typical workweek. WSP describes its workplace model as flexible and agile and offers employees a comprehensive benefits suite, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings benefits.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
0–2 years of archaeological or anthropology-related experience.
Self-motivation, physical ability to conduct all aspects of fieldwork in all weather conditions, and ability to follow instructions.
Competent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to express ideas effectively and professionally to scientific and non-scientific audiences.
Self-leadership, attention to detail, multitasking, and prioritization skills in a dynamic work environment.
Ability to work independently under general supervision and as part of a team to meet business objectives.
Basic proficiency with business writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and tools.
A track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to comply with WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
Ability to work schedules that meet project-specific requirements and may extend beyond the typical workweek.
Ability and willingness to travel to project sites.
Authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Undergraduate degree in anthropology, archaeology, or a closely related field.
Archaeological field school or similar archaeological field experience.
Prior experience with archaeological sites in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and the surrounding region.
Pre-Contact lithic artifact identification and analysis experience.
Post-Contact artifact analysis experience.

Responsibilities

Assist with Phase I Intensive Cultural Resources Surveys.
Conduct pedestrian surveys.
Excavate and record shovel tests.
Recover and identify archaeological artifacts and other materials.
Use archaeological field forms to record data, including artifact types and counts, Munsell soil color, soil textures, and other relevant information.
Work effectively as part of a team.
Make responsible and ethical decisions regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.