Archaeology File Scanner

Chloeta is seeking an Archaeological File Scanner to support cultural resource surveys, archaeological field investigations, and historic preservation activities throughout the National Forests in North Carolina. This position will assist with archaeological site identification, GPS mapping, field documentation, and data collection associated with disaster recovery and natural resource management projects.

No

Temporary, Non-Exempt

Pisgah Forest, NC

Yes

Travel up to 25%(Travel required throughout the National Forests in North Carolina)

This role is anticipated to last 45 days.

• Prepare, maintain, and organize archaeological field notes, survey records, site documentation, and supporting materials in accordance with project requirements.

• Collect, bag, tag, label, and document archaeological artifacts while maintaining accurate artifact logs, inventories, and collection records.

• Conduct field photographic documentation of archaeological sites, artifacts, features, and survey areas, including maintaining organized photograph logs.

• Complete archaeological field forms, including shovel test records, excavation documentation, Munsell soil descriptions, and site condition assessments.

• Assist with archaeological pedestrian surveys, shovel testing, subsurface investigations, and cultural resource field assessments in support of disaster recovery projects, as assigned.

• Support archaeological site identification, GPS mapping, and documentation of project boundaries, Areas of Potential Effects (APE), survey transects, and archaeological site locations.

• Assist with field inventories, cultural resource monitoring, site assessments, and post-implementation inspections as needed.

• Support laboratory personnel with artifact washing, labeling, cataloging, counting, weighing, and processing.

• Organize and prepare archaeological field data, artifact records, and photographic documentation for cultural resource reports and Principal Investigator review.

• Ensure all archaeological fieldwork, documentation, and artifact handling activities comply with federal agency standards, North Carolina Office of State Archaeology (NC OSA) guidelines, and project-specific requirements.

• Perform additional archaeological documentation and field technician duties under the direction of the Principal Investigator or designated supervisor, as assigned.

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

• Knowledge of archaeological field survey methods, cultural resource identification, and site documentation procedures.

• Ability to operate GPS equipment and collect accurate geospatial field data.

• Familiarity with archaeological mapping, survey transects, Areas of Potential Effects (APE), and site recording methods.

• Ability to conduct pedestrian surveys, shovel testing, and subsurface archaeological investigations.

• Knowledge of archaeological artifact handling, labeling, cataloging, and field documentation procedures.

• Familiarity with NHPA Sections 106 and 110, ARPA, and applicable cultural resource preservation regulations.

• Ability to prepare accurate field notes, site descriptions, photograph logs, artifact inventories, and survey records.

• Familiarity with GIS and mapping software, including ArcGIS or comparable geospatial applications.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively under the direction…