What are the responsibilities and job description for the Archaeological Field Technician position at Snyder & Associates?
Overview
Snyder & Associates has an immediate opening for an Archaeological Field Technician. The archaeology field technician performs a variety of archaeological field survey tasks under the supervision of a senior archaeologist.
Responsibilities
Projects, both local and non-local, will be mobilized from our Ankeny office and include the following responsibilities:
- Conduct field surveys in accordance with federal, state, and company standards
- Carry out shovel testing, excavation, and comprehensive site documentation.
- Accurately identify historic and prehistoric artifacts and features.
- Assist with artifact identification, labeling, and cataloging
- Record accurate and detailed field notes, including maps, photographs, and standardized forms
- Participate in GPS data collection in the field under the supervision of Project Archaeologist
- Performing other duties as assigned or required.
Qualifications
Required:
- Archaeological field school or prior archaeological field survey experience.
- Ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions and on varied terrain.
- Ability to work weekends and over 40 hours per week when needed.
- Working knowledge of archaeological survey protocols.
- Ability to work in the field for extended periods of time.
- B.A. in Anthropology, Archaeology or related field will be advantageous.
Snyder & Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Snyder & Associates, Inc. is an E-Verify employer.
