On-call, Part-Time Field Archaeologists (Arkansas Project)

WSP • Jefferson City, KS

37d • Onsite

About The Position

WSP is seeking On-call, Part-Time Field Archaeologists for a long-term Phase III archaeological data recovery project in northwest Arkansas. This project involves four multi-component Pre-Contact archaeological sites with components from the Late Archaic through the Late Pre-Contact periods. The role is based out of our Kansas City, MO, office but is open to any location in the Midwest. Fieldwork is ongoing and expected to continue through mid to late 2027, with potential for additional on-call work on other projects during breaks and beyond. This is an hourly position with competitive rates based on experience. Candidates local to Arkansas, Missouri, eastern Oklahoma, and eastern Kansas are ideal, but all qualified applicants will be considered. WSP also has ongoing work in other states.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in anthropology / archaeology or a closely related field.
• Archaeological field school or similar archaeological field experience.
• Self-motivated.
• Physically able to conduct all aspects of fieldwork in all weather conditions.
• Able to follow instructions.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience with Pre-Contact archaeological sites in Arkansas, eastern Oklahoma, and the surrounding region.
• Experience with the identification and excavation of Pre-Contact features.
• Pre-Contact lithic artifact identification and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Assist with multiple Phase III data recovery projects (with additional work at Phase I and II levels).
• Perform archaeological test unit and shovel test excavation.
• Excavate cultural features.
• Recover and identify archaeological artifacts and other materials.
• Use archaeological field forms to record archaeological data, including type and number of artifacts, soil color (Munsell) and soil textures, and other relevant information.
• Work effectively as part of a team.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Strictly abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Benefits

• Single occupancy hotel rooms during the fieldwork sessions for the duration of the projects and paid directly by WSP.
• Paid travel days (first and last day of each 10-day fieldwork session).
• Per diem and meal reimbursement per day.
• Transportation on workdays from hotel to work site provided by WSP.
• Opportunities for full-time employment and advancement.
• Modified holiday pay.
• Paid time off accrual.
• 401(k) plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level