Employment Opportunities

Cornerstone is currently seeking a range of applicants across the Crew Member and Crew Chief (supervisory) experience levels for upcoming archaeological projects (primarily Class III archaeological surveys) for a variety of land jurisdictions in the region. Applicants are expected to have experience with:

• Conducting fieldwork in a cultural resource management setting (ideally in the Southwest)
• Orienteering and operating handheld Garmin and Trimble GPS receivers and iPads
• Identifying archaeological artifacts and features
• Archaeological site recording, including artifact identification and site mapping
• Following agency standards and guidelines around archaeological survey and health and safety
• A range of reporting objectives following fieldwork

These positions are generally offered on a temporary basis, paid hourly, and offered per diem and/or accommodation if work is conducted outside of the Flagstaff area. Cornerstone offers industry-competitive, with hourly wage determined based on experience (federal projects are subject to the Service Contract Act (SCA) wage scale). Further, Cornerstone offers decades of leadership experience to help you achieve your career goals. We understands that people work with others whom they trust, so there are longer-term and/or regular status opportunities for individuals who prove their worth!

While Cornerstone is interested in seeking a variety of experience levels, all applicants must:

• Hold a B.A. or M.A. in anthropology, archaeology or a related field
• Be able to work in remote locations, often at an elevation exceeding 7,000 feet
• Be able to hike over steep and challenging terrain for extended periods of time
• Be able to carry a pack weighing up to 45 pounds in the above conditions
• Be able to effectively and professionally communicate with both crew members and supervisors

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you have the above skills and experience, please submit a letter of interest and a detailed CV to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. in order to be considered. No phone calls please.