SOI Qualified Archaeologist (Guam)

Graduate degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a related field. Meet the Secretary of the Interior (SOI) qualifications for archaeology. Live in Guam at time of hire. Experience with pacific island archaeology. Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in variable terrain and environments. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. A valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation. Demonstrative knowledge of and familiarity with performing archaeological monitoring, survey and excavation.

Adhere to project health and safety plans and participate in office and field trainings and meetings. Conduct archaeological monitoring, survey, testing, and excavation in support of Phase I, II, and III studies. Evaluate and record accurate, organized, and clear field notes, maps, drawings, logs, forms, tables, databases, artifact bags, box labels, and other project documentation. Collect and inventory artifacts, ecofacts, and samples. Identify potential human and faunal remains, and treat any suspected human burial remains respectfully. Use electronic and traditional navigational equipment to determine project limits, record fieldwork, document findings, and communicate progress. Photo-document artifacts, features, excavation units, land use, landscapes, and unique environmental features. Procure and maintain field equipment, technology, field laboratory supplies, vehicles, and supplies. Occasionally meet with, coordinate, and collaborate with landowners, land agents, clients, other field research teams, and visiting regulatory agency staff. Travel for extended periods of time.