On-Call Field Archaeologist- Puget Sound-Seattle

ICF • Seattle, WA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

ICF is seeking On-Call Archaeologists based near the Puget Sound (greater Seattle area). This role involves assisting senior archaeologists primarily in fieldwork, including survey, testing, evaluation, data recovery, and construction monitoring. Additional duties may include laboratory analysis, background research, report preparation assistance, and other assigned tasks. The position 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. Fieldwork will take place outdoors in various weather conditions and may involve hiking 5-10 miles daily, shovel testing, and extended periods of standing. The company provides single occupancy hotels and GSA per diem rates for travel, and mileage reimbursement for personal vehicle use. All travel time is compensated at the hourly rate. On-Call employment at ICF is project-specific or seasonal, with work hours scheduled as they become available, and employees have the flexibility to accept or decline assignments. On-Call employees may pursue concurrent projects outside of ICF, provided 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
• Successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check
• 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