Staff Archeologist (SoCal) | Part-time (Evergreen)

ABOUT YOU

Are you passionate about the environment and ready to join an inclusive workplace, committed to leading new ideas and pathways and to delivering value? If the answer is “Yes!” then we have an exciting career opportunity for you as Part-time Staff Archeologist at Montrose! for fieldwork in Southern and Central California.

Who are we? We are Montrose, a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our qualified engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts are proud of our collective expertise and the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive to optimize environmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients’ decision-making and operations and efficiently fulfills their project requirements.

We have over 135 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia and are approaching 3000 employees – all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

Our Staff Archeologist (Regular Part-Time) position is field based and will include fieldwork throughout the Southern and Central California regions. This is an as-needed position with a flexible schedule and based on demand. Shifts are assigned based on business demand, and hours may vary from week to week with no guaranteed minimum.

**IMPORTANT NOTE**

We're currently looking for candidates who live within a reasonable driving distance of the greater Los Angeles, San Bernardino, or Inyo County, CA areas.

At this time, we are not offering relocation or travel assistance.

If you’re applying from outside the area, please note that relocation or travel would be at your own expense.

We truly appreciate your interest and understanding!

As a key member of the team, this role will be responsible for a full range of activities, including:

• Conducting pedestrian surveys, construction monitoring, and testing, including collection of field data, digital photography, artifact identification, GPS data collection, and mapping.

• Coordinating with construction crews on monitoring needs and schedules.

• Maintaining project files.

• Maintaining knowledge of regulatory standards in environmental technical areas.

• Interacting with customers and clients.

• Working effectively, both independently and in a team setting.

• Maintaining confidentiality at all times.

• Exercising safe work practices by following all Company safety rules and OSHA regulations, including attendance at all required safety training programs.

• Participating in the Company’s continuous improvement programs and providing support to team efforts.

• Keeping up-to-date and current on industry trends by completing formal training, reviewing professional publications, and attending professional workshops.

• Performing other duties as assigned.

YOUR EXPERTISE AND SKILLS

To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• At least two (2) years of experience in California with a range of field tasks, including archaeological survey, construction monitoring, and site recording.

• Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or closely related discipline.

• Completion of an archaeological field school or equivalent experience is preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to perform survey and monitoring projects.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and to work well with others as part of a team.

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with construction crews.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Word and Excel and ability to use related computer systems and software.

• Experience with GPS equipment and Field Maps, Survey 123, or a similar software program is required.

• Must have a valid driver’s license and own transportation, with travel often required off of paved roads.

• Familiarity with cultural resource law and regulations is preferred.<