On Call Field Archaeologist

About the Role

WSP has immediate openings for On Call Field Archaeologists for multiple surveys planned in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Arkansas. This is an on-call, as needed, temporary hourly position. Hourly rates are industry competitive, depending on North American CRM experience and regional archaeological experience, and anticipated to start at $22/hour. Candidates local to Texas, Oklahoma, or Louisiana are ideal, but all qualified applicants will be considered. WSP also has ongoing Phase I, II, and III work in other states.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with multiple Phase I Intensive Cultural Resources Surveys, with specific tasks including:
• Pedestrian survey
• Excavation and recording shovel tests
• Recovery and identification of archaeological artifacts and other materials
• Use archaeological field forms to record archaeological data, including:
• Type and number of artifacts
• Soil color (Munsell) and soil textures
• Other relevant information
• Work effectively as part of a team.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 0-2 years of archaeological or anthropology related experience.
• Self-motivated, physically able to conduct all aspects of fieldwork in all weather conditions, and able to follow instructions.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a scientific and non-scientific audience.
• Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Basic proficiency with business writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and tools.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Ability and willingness to travel to project sites.

Additional / Preferred Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in anthropology/archaeology or a closely related field.
• Archaeological field school or similar archaeological field experience.
• Prior experience with archaeological sites in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana and the surrounding region.
• Pre-Contact lithic artifact identification and analysis.
• Post-Contact artifact analysis.