Project Archaeologist

Location: Little Rock, Arkansas, United States; frequent travel is required, often with little advance notice, and work in other regions may be possible.

Salary: USD $72,488–$85,000 per year, with eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus.

Company

hirify.global, a member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm serving the energy, transportation, infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors.

What you will do

• Direct archaeological projects ranging from local surveys to large, multi-year, multi-state programs.
• Plan fieldwork logistics and supervise field activities.
• Author project reports under the direction of the Project Manager or Principal Investigator.
• Verify that collected data and project documentation are accurate, organized, and high quality.
• Promote and enforce safety and quality standards for field employees.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in anthropology or archaeology is strongly preferred.
• At least two years of experience managing fieldwork and preparing reports is strongly preferred.
• Willingness to travel frequently, sometimes with little advance notice.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, meet deadlines, and maintain a strong commitment to safety and client service.
• Successful completion of a background check and drug screen.

Nice to have

• Experience with archaeological surveys, shovel testing, monitoring, data recovery, and field supervision.
• Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and management skills.
• Basic knowledge of state and federal regulations and environmental review processes.
• Familiarity with GPS units, tablets, cameras, and other digital field technology.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with traditional and Roth options and company matching.
• Paid time off ranging from 15 to 25 days per year based on employment status and seniority.
• At least eight paid holidays per year for full-time employees.
• Paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with applicable state laws.