On-Call Field Archaeologist - Oregon

ICF • Salem, OR

3d • Remote

About The Position

ICF is seeking On-Call Archaeologists based in Oregon (statewide) to assist senior archaeologists primarily in fieldwork. Tasks include survey, testing, evaluation, data recovery, and construction monitoring. Other duties may involve laboratory analysis, background research, report preparation assistance, and other assigned tasks. This role requires strong field skills, the ability to identify precontact and historic-period artifacts, and meticulous field note-taking. Travel for up to 8 days may be required, though much of the work will be local. The position involves working outdoors in various weather conditions, potentially hiking 5-10 miles daily, shovel testing, and prolonged standing. ICF provides single occupancy hotels and GSA per diem rates for travel assignments, and mileage reimbursement at the current GSA rate for personal vehicle use. All travel time is compensated at the hourly rate. On-Call employees have flexible scheduling, can accept or refuse assigned hours, and may work concurrent projects outside of ICF as long as there is no conflict of interest.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or related field
• 2+ years of field experience in archaeological monitoring and survey
• Must have valid driver’s license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check
• Excellent field skills
• Ability to identify precontact and historic-period artifacts
• Ability to take detailed field notes

Nice To Haves

• Field experience with the ability to conduct field visits in the Pacific Northwest
• Ability to communicate and coordinate effectively with ICF senior staff and construction personnel
• Knowledge and familiarity with computers and smart devices
• Background in precontact or historic-period archaeology
• For Crew Lead: experience in technical writing and leading a crew

Responsibilities

• Assist senior archaeologists primarily in fieldwork
• Conduct survey, testing, evaluation, data recovery, and construction monitoring
• Perform laboratory analysis
• Conduct background research
• Assist with report preparation
• Perform other tasks as assigned

Benefits

• Single occupancy hotels and GSA per diem rates provided by the company apply while traveling on assignments
• Mileage paid at the current GSA rate will be paid should personal vehicles be used
• All travel time will be paid at the hourly rate

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level