Archaeology Technicians
Requirements:
- BA degree in archaeology, anthropology, or a related field.
- 1 – 2 years of experience as a professional archaeological technician working in New York or other northeastern or Middle Atlantic area.
- Survey work requires skills in identifying cultural artifacts relating to a broad spectrum of cultural time periods.
- Shovel testing, pedestrian survey, and recording of field observations on digital media are important skills.
- Experience in performing work compliant with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act.
- Candidate must be hard-working, good-natured, capable of working with others, capable of communicating with co-workers clearly, capable of taking direction from project managers and supervisors.
- Candidate must be in good physical condition, able to carry up to 35 lbs. while walking and possibly hiking and able to bend, lift relatively heavy loads, and tolerate some weather extremes (heat and cold).
Other Desirable Knowledge and Experience:
- Experience with GPS and GIS.
- Up-to-date Red Cross First-Aid and CPR training.
- Interested candidates must provide at least three professional references with current email addresses and telephone numbers for each reference.
Candidate Must Have:
- Archaeological field school training or equivalent.
- Two years archaeological professional experience in US, Northeast preferred.
- Experience in identifying archaeological artifacts related to both historic and pre-contact time periods.
- Ability to work outdoors under strenuous and rugged conditions.
- Experience using computers and GPS instruments for field recordation.
- Ability to work with a team and to take direction from a supervisor.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Good attitude.
- Care and concern for health and safety of self and team members, following company health and safety protocols.
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