On-Call Field Archaeologist - Oregon

ICF • Salem, OR

2d • $25 - $35 • Hybrid

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 excellent 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 all weather conditions, potentially hiking 5-10 miles daily, shovel testing, and prolonged standing. The company provides single occupancy hotels and GSA per diem rates for travel, and mileage reimbursement at the GSA rate 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 in advance but subject to last-minute changes. On-Call employees have the flexibility to accept or decline assigned hours and can 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.
• Valid driver's license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check.
• 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 is critical.
• Background in precontact or historic-period archaeology is required.

Nice To Haves

• 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.
• Identify precontact and historic-period artifacts.
• Take detailed field notes.

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