The On-Call Archaeologist will support a variety of archaeology projects within the state of Nevada.
Requirements
Has completed coursework leading to a degree in archaeology, anthropology, or related field: Crew Member – minimum 2 years of college-level coursework and completion of a field school. Crew Chief – bachelor’s degree, completion of a field school, and 1 year of professional experience. Field Director / Project Archaeologist – bachelor’s degree, completion of a field school, 2 years of professional experience, and is permitted or qualified for agency permitting based on the SOI Professional Qualification Standards. Principal Investigator – graduate degree, completion of a field school, 2 years professional experience as a Field Director, and is permitted or qualified for agency permitting based on the SOI Professional Qualification Standards.
Ability to be listed on agency permits as Field Technician/Monitor
Proficient in prehistoric and/or historic archaeology in the designated region
Proficient in documenting archaeological sites and IOs/IFs in the designated region
Survey an average of 30 acres/5 miles per day and carry personal health and safety equipment (i.e., personal water, sunscreen, etc.) when surveying
Work in moderate weather conditions (fluctuating temperatures and inclement weather, including rain and snow)
Perform work duties independently and efficiently, while working in a team setting
Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with employees and vendors
Nice To Haves
Proficiency in 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
Responsibilities
Serve as an archaeologist for assigned projects
Conduct Class III (intensive pedestrian) cultural resources inventory
Independently document archaeological sites and IOs/IFs
Evaluate resources for NRHP-eligibility
Cultural desktop reviews and pre-field literature reviews
Background and archival research
Deliverables coordination and reviews
Deliverables submissions to agencies
Proposal writing and budgeting and general marketing duties
Write monitoring and IMACS forms with minimal errors
Follow instruction and make adjustments when provided feedback
Describe and differentiate geological and cultural strata in order to identify archaeological deposits
Differentiate faunal and human bones
GPS data collection
Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings
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