R. Christopher Goodwin & Associates, Inc. is seeking qualified Project-Based Field Archaeologists to support ongoing and upcoming Forest Service Projects in Louisiana and Mississippi, with potential assignments in other states as needed. The position requires a commitment to a minimum of 3 months of project-based fieldwork. This project will require travel, and single-occupancy lodging and per diem reimbursements will be provided (no receipts required). Applicants local to Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and specifically to the New Orleans metro area, are encouraged to apply.

Job Duties and Requirements:

• Working closely with Project Management and Operations Personnel to execute field work within a project area and complete documentation of the field efforts undertaken;
• Coordination and communication with other field archaeologists;

Qualified candidates must have:

• Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related field;
• Completed an accredited archaeological field school;
• Experience performing archaeological survey and excavation;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;?
• Ability to work well with others and be a proactive part of a project team;
  ? Detailed note taking skills;
• A valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation;
• Ability to operate GPS units and navigate using USGS maps/aerial photography preferred.

This is based on project-based capacity, with the opportunity for full-time advancement based on business need.

Salary for these positions from $39,520 ($19/hrly) to $43,680 ($21/hrly) annually depending upon experience.

Your application must include a letter of interest, a full CV or resume, and contact information of three professional or academic references who can speak to your archaeological capabilities and work experience.?Candidates who have submitted applications with RCG&A previously are encouraged to apply again.?

R. Christopher Goodwin & Associates, Inc. is the recipient of the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s?National Preservation Honor Award, the U.S. Small Business Association’s?Administrator’s Award of Excellence, two?Environmental Excellence and Stewardship Awards, and in 2014 was named Louisiana’s?Archaeologists of the Year. ?We have been named a “Top Ten” Family Friendly Business.