Archaeology Technician - Contractor

Hamline University Anthropology Department Contract Position

Founded in 1854, Hamline was the first university in Minnesota and among the first coeducational institutions in the nation. Hamline University provides a world-class education for undergraduate and graduate students. Our faculty, staff and students cultivate an ethic of civic responsibility, social justice and inclusive leadership and service.

This is a 4-week contract position that will assist the Anthropology Department in laboratory and field work associated with our burial recovery and repatriation projects.

• Perform archaeological survey and excavation.
• Inventory, catalog, and analyze archaeological material.
• Assist with report production.
• Assist with documentary and archival research.
• Follows all Hamline University policies, procedures and protocols.
• All other duties as requested.

This position reports to the:
Archaeology Supervisor

This position does not supervise other employees.

This position does not supervise student workers.

Budget Management Responsibilities

This position is responsible for the following budget:
None

Budget Range:
This position is not responsible for the management of a budget.

• Experience with archaeological field and laboratory procedures and terminology.
• Experience performing archaeological field work.
• Ability to work with sensitive and confidential records and data.
• Experience and sensitivity in working with Native American communities.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Google, and Google Apps.

• Bachelor's Degree in Anthropology or related field.
• Archaeological Field School.

• Familiarity with the archaeology of Minnesota.
• Experience with artifact identification and analysis.
• Experience completing site forms.
• Experience with artifact illustration or photography.
• Experience writing technical reports.
• Experience with mapping and GIS hardware and software.

• None required

• Ability to lift at least 40 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Must be in good physical condition and have experience performing outdoor work under a variety of conditions with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work an on-call schedule.
• Ability to travel to on and off campus locations.
• Must be able to work on a computer for extended periods of time.

• This is a part time, non-exempt, grant-funded position.
• This position may require travel within the state and overnight stays near work sites.

Hamline University does not discriminate on the basis of race; color; religion; creed; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; gender expression; national origin; marital status; familial status; status with regard to public assistance; membership or activity in a local commission; disability; age; or protected veteran status in its education or employment programs or activities.