Archaeologist/Cultural Specialist 2/Transcon Part Time

Transcon is seeking archaeological field technicians throughout the Great Basin Region. These positions are formally titled “Archaeologist / Cultural Specialist 2” and are considered part time (anticipated to work greater than 30 days per year). As a part time field technician, you will work on various projects throughout the region and are not assigned to a specific state/location (though we do a lot of work within the state of Utah). Travel costs to and from projects will be provided or reimbursed. Project opportunities generally range from single-day projects to multiple 5-, 7-, or 10-day field sessions, depending on the size and needs of the project. These opportunities are not guaranteed and will be subject to project availability and need.

REQUIRED EXPRERIENCE:

• Ability to conduct Class III (intensive pedestrian) cultural resources inventory.
• Ability to document archaeological sites and IOs/IFs.
• Ability to conduct probing or shovel testing.
• Ability to use hand-held field technology (i.e., ArcGIS phone/tablet application paired with sub-meter GPS receivers).
• Ability to survey an average of 50 acres/8 miles per day.
• Ability to carry personal health and safety equipment (i.e., personal water, sunscreen, etc.).
• Ability to work in moderate weather conditions (fluctuating temperatures and inclement weather, including rain and snow).
• Ability to perform work duties independently and efficiently, while working in a team setting.
• Ability to follow instruction and to make adjustments when provided feedback.
• Is proficient in prehistoric and/or historic archaeology in the Great Basin.
• Is proficient in documenting archaeological sites and IOs/IFs in the Great Basin.
• Is organized, motivated, thorough, accurate, dependable, and trustworthy.
• Has excellent navigational skills (GPS and compass).
• Ability to navigate and drive 4WD vehicles.

Experience in the following is preferred:

• Proficiency using tablets (Apple iPad or Samsung Galaxy) to document cultural resources.
• Proficiency with sub-meter GPS receiver.
• Proficiency with ArcGIS Field Maps and Survey123 applications (for phone or tablet).
• Permitted or permittable on BLM lands in the Great Basin (Field Director or Principal Investigator).
• Previous NHPA, NEPA, FERC, and/or other cultural or environmental trainings.
• Strong writing and editing skills.
• Ability to evaluate resources for NRHP-eligibility.

Questions? Reach out to [email protected]

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