Archeologist (On-Call)

Overview

On-call archaeologist for field surveys, excavations, and construction monitoring in SoCal.

Key Responsibilities

• digital mapping
• field docs
• survey support
• reporting
• impact assessment
• safety compliance

Tasks

-Complete detailed field documentation, including site records, feature forms, Munsell soil descriptions, sketch maps, and photographic logs. -Provide logistical support in the field, including equipment care, vehicle use, and coordination of supplies. -Directly support archaeological Field Directors and Project Managers by assisting with prefield planning, cultural surveys, shovel test pits (STPs), test excavations, and monitoring of construction activities. -Conduct desktop research as needed, including record searches, archival reviews, and preparation of DPR 523 forms or equivalent state records. -Employ digital site mapping tools (ESRI Field Maps, Survey123, ArcGIS Online, etc.) and GPS/GNSS units with submeter accuracy. -Support archaeological impact assessments and contribute observations to site significance evaluations under NRHP/CRHR criteria. -Identify, document, and record precontact and historicera cultural resources, including builtenvironment resources, in accordance with state and federal standards. -Prepare accurate, timely deliverables, including daily logs, monitoring reports, and HSSE documentation. -Follow company safety protocols and field procedures, and contribute to a safe, respectful, and professional work environment.

Requirements

• field school
• driver's license
• word/excel
• gps/gnss
• ca archaeology
• teamwork

What You Bring

-Completion of an archaeological field school or demonstrable equivalent training. -Willingness to learn, flexibility in assignments, ability to follow directions, and strong communication skills to work effectively as part of a team. -Valid driver’s license and good driving record. -Working knowledge of California Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) 523 site forms. -Strong technical writing skills and proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel. -Residence in southern California with availability for moderate outoftown travel. -Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in remote areas and hot, dry climates, including walking or hiking long distances, carrying up to 50 pounds, and excavating. -Knowledge of California and/or Great Basin archaeology. -Work effectively as part of a team or independently in a variety of field conditions, often under limited supervision. -Familiarity with GPS/GNSS units and smart devices for geospatial data collection, including applications such as Survey123, Collector, and Fulcrum.

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