Technical Specialist, Archaeology (Part-Time Flex)

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Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.

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While this position will initially be project-driven, there may be an opportunity to transition into a full-time role based on workload, business needs, and performance.

What You’ll Do:

• • Support and lead archaeological field investigations, including pedestrian surveys, shovel testing, monitoring, site documentation, and Phase I surveys.
  • Serve as a Field Director or Crew Chief on cultural resource projects as needed.
  • Coordinate field crews, daily field activities, safety requirements, documentation, and project logistics.
  • Identify and document pre-contact and historic archaeological resources.
  • Prepare field summaries, site forms, maps, and cultural resource documentation.
  • Author or contribute to technical reports for SHPOs, transportation agencies, federal agencies, and other reviewing authorities.
  • Support Section 106 and other applicable cultural resource compliance activities.
  • Utilize ArcGIS, Field Maps, and related technology for field data collection and mapping.
  • Assist with artifact analysis, background research, post-field documentation, and technical reporting.
  • Collaborate with Verdantas environmental, planning, and engineering professionals as project needs arise.
  • Travel to project locations throughout Michigan and the Midwest, with assignments and hours varying based on workload.

What You Bring:

• • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a closely related discipline.
  • Secretary of the Interior qualification in Archaeology strongly preferred.
  • Experience with cultural resource management and Phase I archaeological investigations.
  • Experience leading or supporting archaeological field crews.
  • Knowledge of Section 106 and applicable federal and state cultural resource requirements.
  • Strong field documentation and technical writing skills.
  • Experience with ArcGIS and/or Field Maps preferred.
  • Ability to travel and perform fieldwork in varying terrain and weather conditions.
  • Valid driver’s license.

Salary Range:

The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $25.00 to $30.00 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications.