On Call Field Archaeologist

WSP • Houston, TX

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About The Position

WSP has immediate openings for On Call Field Archaeologists to support multiple cultural resources surveys planned in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Arkansas. This is an as-needed, temporary hourly position, with an anticipated starting rate of $22 per hour. Rates are industry competitive and depend on North American CRM experience 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, with additional work anticipated.

The role supports Phase I Intensive Cultural Resources Surveys and involves field survey, shovel testing, artifact recovery and identification, and archaeological data recording. Fieldwork may take place in all weather conditions and may require travel and schedules extending beyond the typical workweek.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 0–2 years of archaeological or anthropology-related experience.
• Self-motivated and physically able to conduct all aspects of fieldwork in all weather conditions.
• 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.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and ability to comply with WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
• Ability and willingness to travel to project sites.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements, potentially beyond the typical workweek.

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 multiple 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 follow WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Uphold workplace safety and comply with WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
• Travel to project sites and work schedules that meet project-specific requirements, which may extend beyond a typical workweek.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED