On-Call Archaeologist II | Southern CA

Eocene Environmental Group•Lancaster, CA

4d•$28 - $34

About The Position

As an Archaeologist II, you will lead a variety of archaeological projects across Southern and Central California. This role includes overseeing fieldwork, supervising crews, and contributing to the successful completion of cultural resource management efforts.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in archaeology, anthropology, or closely related field
Completion of a field school
Minimum 2 years of professional experience
Permitted or qualified for agency permitting based on the SOI Professional Qualification Standards
Permitted or permittable on BLM lands in Southern and Central California
Proficient in prehistoric and/or historic archaeology in Southern and Central California
Proficient in documenting archaeological sites and IOs/IFs in Southern and Central California
Organized, motivated, thorough, accurate, dependable, and trustworthy
Excellent navigational skills (GPS and compass) and ability to navigate and drive 4WD vehicles
Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with employees and vendors

Nice To Haves

Ability to work night shifts based on business needs
Proficiency using tablets (Apple iPad or Samsung Galaxy) to document cultural resources
Proficiency with sub-meter GPS receiver
Proficiency with ArcGIS Field Maps and Survey123 applications (for phone or tablet)
Previous NHPA, NEPA, FERC, and/or other cultural or environmental trainings
Strong writing and editing skills
Ability to evaluate resources for NRHP-eligibility
Authored multiple archaeological site forms and inventory reports
Authored a master’s degree thesis

Responsibilities

Serve as a Field Director on assigned projects
Conduct Class III (intensive pedestrian) cultural resources inventory
Document archaeological sites and IOs/IFs
Conduct probing or shovel testing
Pre-field literature reviews
Background and archival research
Archaeological site and isolate field documentation
NRHP eligibility evaluations
Draft deliverables preparation and deliverable revisions
Daily monitoring and/or inspection forms
Draft monitoring reports, testing and excavation logs, and excavation technical reports
Use hand-held field technology (i.e., ArcGIS phone/tablet application paired with sub-meter GPS receivers)
Survey an average of 50 acres/8 miles per day and carry personal health and safety equipment (i.e., personal water, sunscreen, etc.)
Work in moderate weather conditions (fluctuating temperatures and inclement weather, including rain and snow)
Work independently and efficiently, while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment
Ability to work night shifts based on business needs
Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings
Follow instruction and make adjustments when provided feedback
Support, actively participate, and act in accordance with Wright’s and Eocene Environmental Group's culture of safety and employee ownership
Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintains knowledge of and follows all company policies and procedures