Archaeological Field Technicians

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Job Description
Dewberry seeks to hire Archaeological Field Technicians for an upcoming two-week project in northern New Jersey, weather dependent. Additional work assignments may lead from this project contingent upon the quality of the archaeological services demonstrated throughout this assignment. Preference will be given to applicants located within 100 miles from our Parsippany, New Jersey office, though experienced applicants outside this distance would be provided with lodging and per diem during the week.
 
Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 50 locations and 2,000 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors are our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you\u2019re an experienced professional or a new graduate, you\u2019ll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call \u201cDewberry at Work,\u201d that have inspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century.
Required Skills & Required Experience

Minimum project requirements include successful completion of an archaeological field school
Bachelor\u2019s degree in anthropology, archaeology or related field.
Physical requirements include standing or kneeling for long periods of time, hiking in rugged terrain, and carrying up to 40 lbs of gear.
This project requires prior experience with GPS units in the field and traversing topographically challenging terrain to conduct a surface archaeological survey. Knowledge of precontact archaeological material is preferred. 
The successful candidate will be self-motivated, able to conduct all aspects of fieldwork in all weather conditions and be able to work under supervision and as part of a team.
Previous experience with all phases of excavation and artifact identification are a plus.
Hourly pay will depend upon archaeological experience. 
Please include salary history/requirements when responding along with prior archaeological project experience

*At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.
*Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.
*Prior to a final offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry\u2019s background vendor of choice and will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.

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Dewberry
Website : http://www.dewberry.com/