Technical Specialist, Archaeology (Part-Time Flex)
About The Position
Verdantas is hiring a part-time-flex Technical Specialist, Archaeology to support cultural resource management projects. The position is initially project-driven, with a possible transition to full-time based on workload, business needs, and performance. Assignments and hours will vary with workload, and travel will be required to project locations throughout Michigan and the Midwest. The role supports and leads archaeological field investigations, including pedestrian surveys, shovel testing, monitoring, site documentation, and Phase I surveys. The specialist may serve as a Field Director or Crew Chief, coordinate field crews and project logistics, document archaeological resources, and prepare field and technical documentation. The position also supports Section 106 compliance, artifact analysis, background research, and collaboration with Verdantas environmental, planning, and engineering professionals. The anticipated hourly rate is $25.00 to $30.00, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a closely related discipline.
- Experience with cultural resource management and Phase I archaeological investigations.
- Experience leading or supporting archaeological field crews.
- Knowledge of Section 106 and applicable federal and state cultural resource requirements.
- Strong field documentation and technical writing skills.
- Ability to travel and perform fieldwork in varying terrain and weather conditions.
- Valid driver’s license.
Nice To Haves
- Secretary of the Interior qualification in Archaeology.
- Experience with ArcGIS and/or Field Maps.
Responsibilities
- Support and lead archaeological field investigations, including pedestrian surveys, shovel testing, monitoring, site documentation, and Phase I surveys.
- Serve as a Field Director or Crew Chief on cultural resource projects as needed.
- Coordinate field crews, daily field activities, safety requirements, documentation, and project logistics.
- Identify and document pre-contact and historic archaeological resources.
- Prepare field summaries, site forms, maps, and cultural resource documentation.
- Author or contribute to technical reports for SHPOs, transportation agencies, federal agencies, and other reviewing authorities.
- Support Section 106 and other applicable cultural resource compliance activities.
- Use ArcGIS, Field Maps, and related technology for field data collection and mapping.
- Assist with artifact analysis, background research, post-field documentation, and technical reporting.
- Collaborate with Verdantas environmental, planning, and engineering professionals as project needs arise.
- Travel to project locations throughout Michigan and the Midwest.
Benefits
- Flexible work environment.
- 401(k) with company match.
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Job Type
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