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Archaeologist

Banning, CA · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

... Historic Preservation Officer:(1) conduct field investigations of historic and prehistoric ... Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or closely related field. Master's degree strongly ...

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How much do historical archaeologist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for historical archaeologist in the United States is $60,710.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,000.00 and $69,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Historical Archaeologist vs Archaeological Technician?

AspectHistorical ArchaeologistArchaeological Technician
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Archaeology or Anthropology, sometimes a Ph.D.Associate's or Bachelor's in Archaeology, Anthropology, or related field
Work EnvironmentField excavations, research labs, museumsFieldwork, site surveys, lab analysis
Employer & IndustryUniversities, museums, government agenciesContractors, research firms, government agencies

Historical Archaeologists focus on studying and interpreting past human activity through excavations and research, often requiring advanced degrees. Archaeological Technicians assist with fieldwork and lab tasks, typically with less formal education. Both roles work in similar environments and industries, but the Archaeological Technician role is more entry-level and supportive in nature.

How much do historical archaeologists make?

Historical archaeologists typically earn a median annual salary of around $50,000 to $70,000, depending on experience, education, and location. Salaries can increase with advanced skills, fieldwork experience, and working for government agencies or private firms.

What does a historical archaeologist do?

A historical archaeologist studies past human activity through the excavation and analysis of artifacts, structures, and sites. They often work in the field, using tools like trowels and brushes, and analyze findings in labs to interpret historical contexts and cultural practices.

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Infographic showing various Historical Archaeologist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,710 per year, or $29.2 per hour.

Archaeologist

Banning, CA • On-site

Morongo Band of Mission Indians
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$80K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

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Perform varied tasks and achieve objectives at the direction of and in support of Morongo Band of Mission Indians Tribal Historic Preservation Officer:(1) conduct field investigations of historic and prehistoric archaeological sites, (2) manage coordination of projects, (3) oversee artifact collection and curation of artifacts, (4),identify, record, categorize, interpret, analyze, and facilitate formal testing of archaeological materials, sites, features, and artifacts, and sample materials(5) engage in research, develop draft reports, and share results of work with appropriate MBMI entities.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or closely related field. Master's degree strongly preferred
  • At least two (2) years of experience in archaeology at increasing levels of responsibility, including archaeological survey, formal data recovery, site evaluation testing, construction monitoring, and technical report preparation and writing
  • Substantive knowledge of the archaeology of southern California
  • Register of Professional Archaeologists (RPA) certification preferred
  • Demonstrated experienced in the inventory and eligibility evaluation of prehistoric and historic archaeological resources
  • Demonstrated writing and research abilities
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated experience preparing, reviewing, and editing complex technical documents for a full range of various cultural resources projects.
  • Knowledge of State of California CHRIS system and how to use it
  • Knowledge of GPS data collection equipment (Trimble, Arrow, SX Blue, Bad Elf, Arc Collector, Terrasync, ArcMap)
  • Knowledge of the NHPA Section 106 process
  • Knowledge of other federal and state laws (CEQA) and regulations governing cultural resources management
  • Ability to travel; availability of mode of travel
  • Demonstrated ability to perform and lead survey, testing, construction monitoring and mitigation projects.

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