Field Archaeologist; Field Based

Field Archaeologist (Field Based)

Join to apply for the Field Archaeologist (Field Based) role  is hiring Junior Field Archaeologists to join our global consulting firm as part of our archaeology and cultural heritage team in Vancouver and the surrounding area. The successful candidate will work with our team to complete archaeological field surveys. This is a full‑time, limited‑term role for a duration of 9 months, renewable.

• Oversee field studies, lead field reconnaissance, field surveys, and excavation for archaeological studies.
• Visually inspect the land surface for presence of archaeological and historic built resources.
• Ensure compliance with corporate Health and Safety requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.
• Represent ERM through communications and at meetings with provincial/territorial and federal agencies.

• A Degree in Anthropology (with a focus in archaeology) or in Archaeology preferred.
• 0-3 years of archaeological survey and impact assessment experience.
• Applicants enrolled in a degree‑granting university who have completed a field school in archaeology are encouraged to apply.
• Prior archaeological field school experience a plus.
• Ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions and on varied terrain.
• Working knowledge of archaeological survey and impact assessment protocols.
• Ability to work 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off rotation.
• Ability to work in the field for extended periods of time.

For the Field Archaeologist position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $52,000 – $63,207, or $25.00/hr – $30.39/hr for a limited‑term, non‑exempt role. Compensation may vary based on education, experience, geography, performance, and other factors. This position is not eligible for bonus pay.

• Paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance to benefits‑eligible employees.
• Benefits eligibility is limited to regular employees scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week. Fixed‑term employees regularly scheduled to work 20 hours or more are eligible for a limited benefits package. Casual employees are not benefits eligible.

You can apply for this role through  or through the internal careers portal if you are a current employee.

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