How much does a Project Archaeologist make in Berkeley, CA? The average Project Archaeologist salary in Berkeley, CA is $69,866 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $60,795 and $80,816. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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What is a Project Archaeologist?

A Project Archaeologist is responsible for leading and managing archaeological projects, including survey, excavation, and analysis. They oversee fieldwork, manage staff, and ensure that all work is conducted in accordance with relevant laws and regulations. Project Archaeologists also collaborate with stakeholders, such as government agencies, landowners, and indigenous communities, to ensure that cultural resources are protected and respected. They may also be involved in writing reports, presenting findings, and contributing to the interpretation and preservation of archaeological sites. This role requires a strong understanding of archaeological methods, cultural resource management, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

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Job Openings for Project Archaeologist in Berkeley, CA
Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation - Toppenish , WA
Conduct field surveys of FPAs and other forestry projects. Professionally document and record sites discovered. Provide technical comments and recommendations to protect archaeological and cultural ...
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Omega Technical Services - Los Alamos , NM
The archaeologist will conduct archaeological surveys, site recording, and monitoring, as well as review projects to assess potential impacts to cultural resources. The archaeologist will also ...
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Title: Mid-level Archaeologist-Environmental Planner Location: Seattle, Tacoma Job Type: Regular ... resource projects. This includes demonstrated experience conducting regulatory and technical ...
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KLJ Engineering LLC - Rapid City , SD
As an Archaeologist, you will conduct and lead cultural resource fieldwork including archaeological ... Maintain project correspondence with Principal Investigator * Author site forms and reports
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Westland Resources - Albuquerque , NM
Coordinating resources and projects with other WestLand departments (especially on multi-disciplinary projects). * Managing and coordinating archaeological field work (field survey, testing ...
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Chambers Group, Inc. - Los Angeles , CA
Coordinates project tasks (archaeology, architectural history, and/or paleontology) to meet cost and schedule objectives and is responsible for project performance to meet client and company ...
ZipRecruiter - 73 days ago
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Project Archaeologist in Berkeley, CA. The base salary for Project Archaeologist ranges from $60,795 to $80,816 with the average base salary of $69,866. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $61,652 to $82,386 with the average total cash compensation of $71,078.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $69,866 $60,795 - $80,816
Bonus $1,212 $857 - $1,571
Total Pay $71,078 $61,652 - $82,386
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Berkeley, CA
CITY, STATE Oakland, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,795 - $80,816 COMPARE TO Berkeley, CA 0%
CITY, STATE Concord, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,553 - $75,177 COMPARE TO Berkeley, CA
CITY, STATE Hayward, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,696 - $80,683 COMPARE TO Berkeley, CA
CITY, STATE Vallejo, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,061 - $74,523 COMPARE TO Berkeley, CA
CITY, STATE Daly City, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $62,290 - $82,803 COMPARE TO Berkeley, CA
CITY, STATE San Francisco, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $62,290 - $82,803 COMPARE TO Berkeley, CA
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Archaeologist LOCATION Berkeley, CA MINIMUM SALARY $87,574 MAXIMUM SALARY $122,610
JOB TITLE Associate Archaeologist LOCATION Berkeley, CA MINIMUM SALARY $46,643 MAXIMUM SALARY $57,903
JOB TITLE Senior Archaeologist LOCATION Berkeley, CA MINIMUM SALARY $49,176 MAXIMUM SALARY $72,333
JOB TITLE Field Archaeologist LOCATION Berkeley, CA MINIMUM SALARY $43,596 MAXIMUM SALARY $63,291
JOB TITLE Anthropologist Or Archaeologist LOCATION Berkeley, CA MINIMUM SALARY $56,115 MAXIMUM SALARY $73,247
JOB TITLE Marine Archaeologist LOCATION Berkeley, CA MINIMUM SALARY $47,952 MAXIMUM SALARY $63,354
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