On-Call Field Archaeologist

Our Business

We are a global leader in environmental consulting - made stronger with the recent acquisition of Wood's Environment & Infrastructure business and Golder - with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change.

As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for and On-Call Field Archaeologists for our Kansas City, MO office to assist with Phase I and II archaeological investigations. We will also consider candidates based in states located in our Plains region: Arkansas, Iowa, Illinois, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oklahoma or South Dakota. Be involved in projects with our Heritage Resource Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges. Talent is the essence of meeting our client's objectives, goals and challenges. If this sounds like a fit for you, we'd love to have that first discussion of you joining our team.

Your Impact

• Assist with field projects during all phases of archaeological testing (primarily Phase I and II) by performing pedestrian reconnaissance, shovel tests, test unit excavation supervised by 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
  

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• 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 be able to follow instructions
  
• Local to Kansas City, MO and surrounding region is preferred. Opportunities to work in other states is possible
  
• This is an on-call, hourly position. Hourly rates are industry competitive ($18.00-$20.00/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
  
• Travel will be required; length or duration of travel is dependent on project-specific requirements
  

Additional Information:

• Single occupancy hotel rooms for duration of fieldwork and paid directly by WSP
• Flat-rate meal reimbursement, unless otherwise noted for specific projects
• Travel compensation provided
• 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
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individual with disabilities to perform essential job functions

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