Archaeological Field Personnel

What We're Looking For
HNTB is currently seeking archaeological field technicians, crew chiefs, and field directors with a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Anthropology/Archaeology for several upcoming projects in the Southern United States. Duties will include performing field assignments under the direction of Principal Investigators. Field personnel may perform a range of archaeological fieldwork including survey, excavation, and monitoring.
Primary Focus Will Include:
- Performs field assignments under direction of Principal Investigator
- Assists in performing a range of archaeological fieldwork including survey, excavation, and monitoring
- Performs other duties as assigned
Preferred Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor's Degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a closely related field with completion of an accredited field school
- Experience with a range of Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment
- Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather and adverse field conditions
- Able to navigate using a compass and topographic maps or handheld GPS units
- Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 40 lbs
- Candidates based in Georgia or surrounding states are preferred
- Technicians should have at least one year of archaeological field experience in the southern United States
- Crew chiefs should have at least two years of supervisory field experience in the southern United States
- Field Directors should have at least ten years of supervisory field experience in the southern United States. Field Directors should also have excellent communication skills (both oral and written) and detail-oriented as well as previous experience writing technical reports for Section 106 compliance. Preference will be given to Field Directors who meet the Secretary of the Interior's professional qualification standards for archaeology
What You'll Need
Essential Responsibilities:
- Under direction of more senior Scientist, follows clearly established data collection methods to assist in conducting research projects and surveys.
- Supports research efforts by gathering basic information from government agencies and clients, reviewing maps, assisting in field investigations among other supporting activities.
- Based on prescribed methodology, sets up test equipment at proposed construction site to obtain scientific data.
- Using established prescribed templates, prepares written reports, maps and statements of geologic, hydrologic, biologic and/or other scientific findings at project site as it relates to the design and construction of projects.
- Maintains administrative records, collections and files related to specific projects.
- Keeps current with trends, literature and new developments in ecology and environmental science.
- Assists team in the production of project deliverables.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Geology, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Archeology, Anthropology or related field
Additional Information
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About Us
At HNTB, we are harnessing the power of collaboration and innovation to establish a new vision for the future of mobility across our country. You don't have to look far to see our impact. For more than a century, HNTB's spark has connected people and places, expanded opportunity, and left a lasting impact on our communities. Our culture of integrity and inclusion, combined with groundbreaking solutions, has affirmed our reputation and positioned our firm as the industry leader in delivering extraordinary value.
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