Top 7 Archaeologist Jobs in Minnesota

Staff Archaeologist
Widseth Smith Nolting and Associates Inc —Alexandria, MN
- $75,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Office
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
Field Archaeologist – Crew
106 Group —Saint Paul, MN
- $20.50 - $28.50 an hour
- Construction site
- Bachelor of Science
- Writing skills
Archaeology Technician - Contractor
Hamline University —Saint Paul, MN
- Part-time
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
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Archaeological Field Technician (Field Based)
ERM Group —Minneapolis, MN
- $25 - $29 an hour
- Overtime
- Driver's License
- Travel
- Outdoor work
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Heritage Technician Member - Northern Minnesota (Chippewa National Forest)
Northern Bedrock Historic Preservation Corps —Walker, MN
- $600 a week
- Temporary
- 18 years or older
- Organizational skills
- In-person
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Principal Investigator for Archaeology
Tetra Tech —Bloomington, MN
- $56,000 - $90,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Up to 50% travel
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
Archaeological Principal Investigator
WESTWOOD PROFESSIONAL SERVICES INC —Minnetonka, MN
- $70,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- 5 years
- Office

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Archaeological Technician
Terracon —Gahanna, OH
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ASC GROUP —Columbus, OH
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Staff Archaeologist

Widseth Smith Nolting and Associates Inc -
Alexandria, MN

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Job Details

Full-time
$75,000 - $95,000 a year

Benefits

Profit sharing
Health savings account
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Mapping using GIS
Environmental compliance
Environmental impact regulations
GIS software
Technical Proficiency
GPS receivers

Full Job Description

Location: Alexandria, MN (preferred) — consideration may be given to other office locations. Candidates should be willing to work on-site to support collaboration, teamwork, and knowledge sharing.

Widseth is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Staff Archaeologist to support both office-based and field projects. This role requires strong technical expertise, creativity, and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders. If you are passionate about archaeology and cultural resource management, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and right-of-way specialists to address environmental and cultural resource considerations.
Coordinate with federal and state agencies to ensure compliance with permitting requirements.
Conduct a range of field activities, including:

Archaeological surveys
Testing and excavation
Surface collection
Monitoring

Prepare archaeological proposals and technical reports, including Phase I/Class I documentation.
Provide professional cultural resource recommendations to support project planning.
Plan, organize, and lead Phase III/Class III field projects of varying sizes across multiple states.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Archaeology or a related field.
Archaeological field experience preferred.
Proficiency in ArcGIS Desktop and ArcGIS Online for fieldwork and data management.
Experience with federal and state cultural resource permitting.
Familiarity with GPS equipment.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Work Environment

This position requires:

Working outdoors in remote locations for extended periods.
Navigating rugged terrain in varying weather conditions.
Maintaining strong awareness of workplace safety.
Working independently or with minimal supervision when appropriate.

What We Offer

Growth Opportunities

Specialized training in design, leadership, and business development
Career advancement through continuing education, licensure, certification, and technical development

Compensation & Benefits

Widseth offers competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications, including:

Salary range: $75,000 to $95,000 (depending on experience)
Discretionary annual profit-sharing bonuses
Health insurance and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
Flexible benefits
Dental and vision coverage
Life insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Paid time off and paid holidays
Professional development and continuing education support

All offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check meeting company standards.

Widseth is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.

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archaeologist jobs in minnesota

Staff Archaeologist

Field Archaeologist – Crew

Archaeology Technician - Contractor

Archaeological Field Technician (Field Based)

Heritage Technician Member - Northern Minnesota (Chippewa National Forest)

Principal Investigator for Archaeology

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