On-call Field Archaeologist

Overview

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This opportunity is for an on-call, part-time Field Archaeologist based in our Troy, New York and Morristown, New Jersey offices. Be involved in projects with our Heritage and Cultural Resources Earth & Environment Team. Projects include a wide range of federal, state, and commercial clients with many opportunities and interesting locations. This position is on-call, with potential for long-term work and possible, full-time employment based on workload.

• Assist with field projects during all phases of archaeological testing (primarily Phase I and II) by performing pedestrian reconnaissance, shovel tests, and test unit excavation under supervision of a Field Director
• Document findings through detailed note taking including Munsell soil descriptions and completing field forms
• Assist in prehistoric and historic artifact identification and document archaeological deposits
• Work 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
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs

• Undergraduate degree in anthropology, archaeology, historic preservation, or related field
• Archaeological field school
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Self-motivated, physically able to conduct all aspects of fieldwork in all weather conditions, and able to follow instructions
• Location in the southeast or Missouri and surrounding states is preferred; opportunities to work in other states are possible
• On-call, hourly position. Hourly rates are industry competitive ($19.00-$22.50/hour, based upon American CRM experience)
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety & drug/alcohol and harassment policies
• Position requires 100% travel

• Single occupancy hotel rooms for duration of fieldwork and paid directly by WSP
• Flat-rate meal reimbursement, unless otherwise noted for specific projects
• Transportation from hotel to work site provided, unless otherwise noted for specific projects
• Opportunities for full-time employment and advancement
• Benefits package includes PTO, modified holiday pay, 401K plan
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position

WSP Benefits: A comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation; paid parental leave; and paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization proceedings.

WSP Compensation:
Expected Salary (all locations): $39,500 - $65,230. WSP USA reserves the right to adjust pay and offer additional benefits based on qualifications and geographic location.

About WSP: WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a global engineering and professional services firm. We design lasting solutions in buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets with more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices in the U.S.

Equal Opportunity Employer statement: WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

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