Temporary Archaeological Field Technician

Are you interested in joining an award-winning, multidisciplinary consulting firm where you can contribute to our diverse, collaborative, and innovative team? At Logan Simpson, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your skillset, while bringing new tools and ideas to the table. The Opportunity: We have an immediate opening for a Temporary Archaeological Field Technician to work on survey projects near Reno, Nevada (with possibility of working throughout Nevada and other surrounding states), reporting to our Salt Lake City office. What We Offer: Compensation –This position is paid on an hourly basis between $22 - $26 per hour, depending on experience and education. If performing services for Federal projects subject to SCA rates, you will be paid the prevailing wage rate or the GSA contracted SCA rate, which includes fringe benefits based on the applicable Wage Determination for the locality of the particular project. Per diem, which is $68 per day for hotel-based projects and $120 per day for camping-based projects, will be provided for all non-local fieldwork. Logan Simpson will provide single-occupancy hotel rooms for all hotel-based projects. Benefits – For eligible temporary staff members, Logan Simpson provides benefits such as a retention bonus program, a $150 field gear stipend, paid sick leave, and eligibility for a healthcare program through ACRA (American Cultural Resources Association). Your Key Responsibilities: Participating in pedestrian archaeological surveys as a crew member, under the supervision of a field director or crew lead, throughout the Great Basin and/or the Southwest. What You’ll Bring: Education and/or experience in the Great Basin or Southwest. Ability to identify archaeological artifacts and features. Ability to work outdoors in extreme temperatures and in remote locations (camping is a possibility). Ability to walk up to 10 miles per day over steep terrain for extended periods of time. Willingness to work field sessions up to 8 days in a row. The ability to work out-of-town. Proficiency with electronic devices such as smart phones and tablets for digital data collection (iOS operating system experience a plus). Ability to work cooperatively with crew members and supervisors is a must. Possess a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record. Preferred Qualifications: Residence in or near Reno, Nevada. Completion of an accredited field school. Bachelor’s degree (in process or complete) in Anthropology or Archaeology. Who We Are: Founded in 1990, Logan Simpson is made up of a team of 150+ talented professionals across six offices in the western United States. We are experts in environmental planning, cultural resource management, community planning, and landscape architecture design services. Our mission remains simple: working together to guide responsible change. From the beginning, our founders were focused on protecting natural resources and advancing the wellbeing of our communities. We take pride in adding new staff members to our team who share our values of integrity, creativity, excellence, empowerment, stewardship, and teamwork. Inclusion, belonging, and respect are at the core of our values. Here at Logan Simpson, we believe we have a responsibility as a firm to promote and guide responsible change. To do that, we embrace the unique perspectives and experiences of each of our talented staff members. We strive to create an inclusive workplace to connect us closer to our clients and the communities we serve. Logan Simpson is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. No staff member or applicant is ever denied equal opportunity or discriminated against because of race (including hair style), color, religion (includes religious dress and grooming practices), sex, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, parental status, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation or belief, military or veteran status, or any other prohibited factor. We provide equal pay for staff members who perform equal work. Staff members are recruited, hired, and promoted based on the individual who is the most qualified for that particular position. #J-18808-Ljbffr Logan Simpson