On-Call Field Archaeologist- Puget Sound-Seattle
About The Position
ICF is seeking On-Call (Temporary) Archaeologists based near the Puget Sound (greater Seattle area). The role will primarily involve fieldwork, including survey, testing, evaluation, data recovery, and construction monitoring. Other potential tasks include laboratory analysis, background research, report preparation assistance, and other assigned duties. This position requires strong field skills, the ability to identify pre-contact and historic-period artifacts, and meticulous field note-taking. Travel for up to 10 days may be required, and work will be conducted outdoors in various weather conditions. On-Call employment at ICF is project-specific or seasonal, with work hours scheduled as they become available, and employees are free to accept or decline assignments. Concurrent outside projects are permissible if they do not create a 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 pre-contact and historic-period artifacts
- Ability to take detailed field notes
Nice To Haves
- Field experience in northern and central California
- 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
- Ability to conduct field visits at locations throughout northern and central California
- Cross training in paleontological monitoring
- Mission-era experience or training
- Osteology experience or training
- Active 40-hour HAZWOPER training
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
- ICF offers competitive compensation and benefits.
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Career Level
Entry Level
