Field Archaeologists

Company: LSA Associates INC
Location: Irvine
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description LSA is seeking to hire field archaeologists on a full-time and hourly, project-hire basis from a variety of market locations throughout California. The selected candidate(s) will work with a managing LSA archaeologist for conducting field surveys (either as part of a crew or individually), monitoring on construction sites, and assisting with archaeological excavation. The successful candidate(s) can be based out of Northern, Central, or Southern California. Requirements Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology, or Anthropology with an emphasis in Archaeology (or a similar field), and experience identifying artifacts and features in the field (such as through prior work experience or a field school), and must meet the local and federal standards and requirements. Prior experience completing DPR 523 forms is preferred, but not required. Compensation The pay range for this position is $24 to $30 per hour. The compensation offer will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience. About the Organization LSA is a diversified environmental, transportation, and community planning organization. We are recognized as innovators in the field of environmental impact assessment, and we have developed a reputation among clients and professional peers in both the public and private sectors as being thorough, innovative, and objective. LSA's employee-owners are its most valuable resource. LSA fosters professional development and personal growth in an environment that offers opportunities for training and enrichment. LSA takes great pride in its work and looks for talented, dedicated professionals to join its team. We are always looking for energetic and enthusiastic people. If you enjoy working with clients and colleagues to plan and manage projects, we would like to hear from you. LSA offers competitive pay, and for all eligible employees medical, dental, vision, long term disability, long-term care, group life/AD&D insurance plans; vacation, sick, and holiday pay; an Employee Stock Ownership Plan; and a Profit Sharing and Savings Plan with 401k safe harbor match. For more details about our employee benefits package please visit our Careers Page on our company website. EOE Statement LSA is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. LSA provides equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. All employment decisions at LSA are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Except where required or permitted by law, employment decisions will not be influenced by an individual’s actual or perceived—or association with others of an actual or perceived—age, ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), denial of Family and Medical Care Leave, disability (mental and physical), marital status, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, national origin, race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by federal, State, or local laws.

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