On Call Archaeology Field Technician

On Call Archaeology Field Technician

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WSP currently has opportunities for On Call Archaeology Field Technicians with 1+ years of experience for project work in Arizona and New Mexico. Selected applicants will be involved in projects with our Earth & Environment Cultural Resource Team and will have open opportunities to become a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their cultural resource challenges.

This On Call Archaeology Field Technician (heritage resource specialist) position will work with supervisory field staff and senior archaeologists to complete assigned survey and mitigation tasks (e.g., testing, data recovery, and monitoring). Compensation will be commensurate with credentials and experience.

Successful candidates will work with environmental and heritage/cultural resources specialists throughout the West. Current and upcoming archaeological project contributions are needed in Arizona and New Mexico; however, the successful candidate should expect upcoming or future fieldwork opportunities in adjacent states as well. These positions are expected to take active roles in conducting fieldwork and supporting the collection and preparation of digital data for reporting findings.

The successful candidate will have experience with various digital data collection software and hardware and is expected to contribute to the completion of state IMACS forms. Great Basin and Southwestern experience preferred but not required.

• Participation in Class I-Class III assessments and avoidance recommendations
• Participating in and/or contributing to heritage/cultural resource investigations in support of our clients’ projects, ensuring compliance with NEPA, NHPA, NAGPRA, and other federal, state and local laws and regulations.
• Travel to project sites in Arizona and New Mexico; per diem will be provided.

• BA/BS degree (MS/MA preferred) in Archaeology, Anthropology, History or related field.
• Minimum 1–3 years of professional level experience researching, analyzing, developing and managing archaeological and historic preservation plans, staff and resources.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with the ability to work in a team environment.
• Working knowledge of cultural resources and environmental regulations;
  North American archaeology.
• Experience with SharePoint, Microsoft Office, NHPA, ARPA, NAGPRA, and relevant state laws.
• Ability to perform pedestrian survey and carry up to 25 lbs of personal gear and company equipment.
• Capability to conduct survey in hot and dry high‑desert conditions.
• Experience identifying and analyzing a wide variety of archaeological materials from prehistoric and historic‑period sites.
• Willingness to travel to remote project locations for 10‑day rotations and possible camping.
• Must pass background check and successfully complete WSP’s motor vehicle screening.

• Previous work experience in the western U.S.
• Large‑scale terrestrial survey project experience.
• Previous Great Basin and/or Southwestern-specific fieldwork experience.

Hourly pay rate range: $26–$30.

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WSP USA provides a flexible and agile workplace model and a comprehensive suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings.

WSP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and requires candidates to be authorized to work in the United States.