Archaeological Technicians, Temporary– Owyhee County, Idaho

Arc
haeological Technicians – Temporary
- Owyhee County, Idaho

Far Western Anthropological Research Group, Inc.

Far Western is seeking motivated field archaeologists to join us for on‑going fieldwork investigations in the western Great Basin. Specifically, we would like to contract with committed individuals seeking full‑time work on large‑acreage surveys in southwestern Idaho (Owyhee County, southwest of Boise). We envision consecutive rotations and consistent work for several months, running from July through October 2026.

Hourly Rate $24.50-$28.00/hour (depending on experience).

$86 per diem, and single‑occupancy lodging for field mobilizations.

Pedestrian inventory and site documentation on public lands.

Lodging arranged by Far Western as close to the project area as possible (e.g., Marsing and Silver City, , and Jordan Valley, OR).

• A bachelor’s degree or higher in anthropology/archaeology (or a related field).
• A field school or commensurate California or Great Basin CRM field experience (e.g., survey, precontact and historic‑era site identification/documentation/data collection, excavation, and familiarity with standard electronic devices and hand‑held tools).
• Ability to comfortably hike for up to 10 consecutive days in the varying conditions of the Western Great Basin.
• Detail‑oriented, able to adapt to varying data collection needs, attention to field methods/pace, and effective in verbal and written communication.
• Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with co‑workers, verbally and in writing.
• Willingness to learn/refine new skills on‑the‑job.
• Can comply with Far Western’s Safety Program and other Far Western training and operations protocols.
• Experience working outdoors in variable weather conditions and different types of environments.
• Willingness and ability to camp overnight in remote locations, if needed.

• Current First Aid/CPR training/certifications.
• Basic compass, map, GPS navigation skills.
• Current driver’s license and can operate a 4WD vehicle in varying terrain.

Founded in 1979, Far Western Anthropological Research Group is one of the largest and most respected cultural resource management (CRM) firms in the United States. We take pride in guiding private and government clients through the cultural resources compliance process with high‑quality cultural resources research, creative and innovative problem‑solving, and open communication with native peoples, regulatory agencies, and the interested public.

We strive to mentor people into satisfying positions and careers in CRM through working with our experienced staff in the field.

On‑the‑job training for continued work on other regional projects and upward mobility in the industry.

Support for scientific conferences and research dissemination (depending on experience).