Archaeologist – On-Call

Stantec

On-call Archaeologist supporting fieldwork in Southern California within Stantec's Cultural Resources Team. Assisting with cultural surveys, documentation, and field logistics for diverse projects.

Posted 6/24/2026full-timePasadena • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $50,100 - $70,100 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Directly support archaeological Field Directors and Project Managers by assisting with pre-field planning, cultural surveys, shovel test pits (STPs), test excavations, and monitoring of construction activities.
Identify, document, and record precontact and historic-era cultural resources, including built-environment resources, in accordance with state and federal standards.
Complete detailed field documentation, including site records, feature forms, Munsell soil descriptions, sketch maps, and photographic logs.
Employ digital site mapping tools (ESRI Field Maps, Survey123, ArcGIS Online, etc.) and GPS/GNSS units with sub-meter accuracy.
Conduct desktop research as needed, including record searches, archival reviews, and preparation of DPR 523 forms or equivalent state records.
Support archaeological impact assessments and contribute observations to site significance evaluations under NRHP/CRHR criteria.
Prepare accurate, timely deliverables, including daily logs, monitoring reports, and HSSE documentation.
Follow company safety protocols and field procedures, and contribute to a safe, respectful, and professional work environment.
Work effectively as part of a team or independently in a variety of field conditions, often under limited supervision.
Provide logistical support in the field, including equipment care, vehicle use, and coordination of supplies.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Willingness to learn, flexibility in assignments, ability to follow directions, and strong communication skills to work effectively as part of a team.
Residence in southern California with availability for moderate out-of-town travel.
Completion of an archaeological field school or demonstrable equivalent training.
Familiarity with GPS/GNSS units and smart devices for geospatial data collection, including applications such as Survey123, Collector, and Fulcrum.
Working knowledge of California Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) 523 site forms.
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in remote areas and hot, dry climates, including walking or hiking long distances, carrying up to 50 pounds, and excavating.
Strong technical writing skills and proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
Knowledge of California and/or Great Basin archaeology.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision plans
Wellness program
Health saving accounts
Flexible spending accounts
401(k) plan
Employee stock purchase program
Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
Short-term/long-term disability plans
Emergency travel benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Professional membership fee coverage
Paid family leave
Ten paid holidays
Vacation accrual between 10 and 20 days per year
Paid sick leave.

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Hard Skills & Tools

archaeological field schoolcultural resource documentationfield documentationdigital site mappingGPSGNSStechnical writingMunsell soil descriptionssite significance evaluationsarchaeological impact assessments

Soft Skills

strong communication skillsflexibilityability to follow directionsteamworkindependencelogistical supportsafety protocolsprofessionalismadaptabilityphysical endurance

Certifications

valid driver’s license