Entry-Level Archaeologist
Found in: Talent US 2 C2 - 1 week ago
At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world.
We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.
Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. We’re one global team – over 50,000 strong – driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.
AECOM is seeking an Entry-Level Archaeologist to be based in our San Diego, CA office. This position will support out Impact, Assessment & Permitting team within our Environment business line.
This full-time position is expected to begin January 2023.
The Entry-Level Archaeologist is primarily for monitoring and excavation projects in San Francisco and the greater Bay Area, though travel throughout California may be required. This is primarily a field position, however desktop work, including preparation of DPR forms, monitoring reports, and report sections will also be required.
Job Responsibilities include, but may not be limited to:
Perform cultural resources monitoring, surveys, testing and data recovery, recordation of archaeological resources, and prepare supporting documentation.
Other activities include assisting with lab analysis, setting up and operating GIS equipment, in and maintaining proper field notes.
Records field data and provides observation and interpretations of it.
Complete specific project tasks including the technical or logistical aspects of delivering specific components of a project’s scope, meeting with team members to gauge progress toward schedule, scope and budget.
Bachelor’s Degree in Archaeology or related field
Valid U.S. Driver’s License
2 years experience or Master’s degree.
Completion of a university-based archaeological field school, and relevant experience in related role.
Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Global Positioning System (GPS), Total Station, Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop, Statistical Analysis (ex., SAS or SPSS).
Demonstrated experience writing portions of technical reports.
Relevant field experience in the Pacific Northwest.
Meets the Secretary of the Interior Professional Qualification Standards for Archeology.
MA or MS in Anthropology or related field.
Willingness/ability to travel and perform field work as needed.
Additional Information:
Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Candidates may be asked to submit to a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) screening.
What we offer
We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business. We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career. When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
