Archaeological Technician
Archaeological/Historical Consultants seeks on-call archaeological technicians to join our team. We are a small full-service cultural resources management firm based in Oakland, California, with work primarily in the San Francisco Bay Area and nearby counties. Our upcoming opportunities include construction monitoring in the South Bay and the Peninsula.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Archaeological monitoring
- Recording artifacts and soil profiles
- Preparing monitoring reports
- Collaboration with Native American monitors to protect archaeological resources
Required Qualifications:
- A BA or MA in archaeology or anthropology, or equivalent work experience.
- Field experience in archaeological excavation, survey, or monitoring
- Excellent observational and note-taking skills
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Acrobat
- The ability to walk on rough terrain, stand for long periods, and lift loads up to 40 pounds
- A current California driver’s license and willingness to travel up to 2 hours to field sites
- Ability to identify the archaeological resources typically found in northern California
- A commitment to working respectfully with Native American tribes and preserving the confidentiality of archaeological resources.
Desirable Qualifications:
- Certified as a Registered Archaeologist (RA) or Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA)
- Knowledge of CEQA and NHPA Section 106 processes
- OSHA 10-hour safety training
- Prior experience working with San Francisco Bay Area Native American tribes
- Experience with burial excavation
- Coursework or field experience in geoarchaeology or soil science
Archaeological Technician has a pay range of $30.00-$35.00/hour depending on experience and qualifications. Mileage reimbursement is available, but we do not typically offer hotel or per diem. Benefits include 401(k) with employer match and sick leave accrual. We are small but growing firm with a friendly and supportive working environment.
Please send your cover letter and resumé to: [email protected]. We look forward to hearing from you!
A/HC is an equal opportunity employer.
