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Unfortunately, it's a reality of the field that, especially starting out, you'll do the best by being mobile, living light, and traveling cross-country to follow jobs. After you've built up a network, it's easier to pick and choose where you want to work. Embrace the shovelbum lifestyle for a few years and it can be a blast, but it's not without its tradeoffs. For more tips, I'll recommend [this book] (https://www.amazon.com/Field-Archaeologists-Survival-Guide-Management/dp/1611329280/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1482344207&sr=1-1&keywords=chris+webster) as well as some of the Archaeology Podcast Network shows.
In addition to shovelbums/archyfieldwork/usajobs, you can also search for archaeology jobs though sites like indeed.com or even craigslist. Jobs posted by large environmental firms show up on the former and sometimes small archaeology shops show up on the latter.
Also check with your SHPO to see if they maintain a list of local cultural resources firms and then browse their websites for job postings. By far though, you'll find the most jobs through your network. After you land your first job, maintain good contact with coworkers you like and respect. Be sure to pass along job postings to them and they'll likely do the same. Conferences, especially regional conferences, are also good resources for networking - even if you don't find a job directly, it's good to keep up with who is doing what kinds of research and where and will help you define your own interests and direct who you might like to work and/or study with in the future. Don't go broke trying to attend every conference in the hopes of getting a job though.
P.S. Don't forget to send R. Joe or Jennifer a donation (or buy them a conference beer!) if/when you get a job through their sites!
I'm a former Texas CRMer (F32). It really will depend on what your project is and where it's located. Certain parts of Texas are very dry and others are incredibly humid.
If you can afford it before your first paycheck, I would definitely invest in a 2-3 lt hydration bladder to use in your LL Bean backpack (3 lt is better). As demosthenes83 said, you can use it later once you get a new pack. I love my camelback bladders because of the warranty, but you can pick up an off-brand at Walmart or Amazon for cheap. Depending on your project you'll be refilling this when you stop at the truck for lunch.
I would upgrade your boots as soon as you can. Especially if you'll be doing surveys. You can't work if you have an injury due to inadequate footwear. Budget around $100-$150. I really like Keen. That being said, if you are working in West Texas you will likely have to replace them frequently so don't spend too much. (I've had cacti thorns coming up through my insoles after a month surveying in a new pair of boots.)
Your Magellan shirts should be fine, at least to start out. Figure out what will work for you before you start spending money on field clothes. Most of my office gets long sleeve shirts from the Columbia Outlet. They have great deals and are perfect for summer fieldwork. Goodwill is great too. Also avoid wearing heavy pants unless you are working in dense scrub brush. Anything lightweight, long sleeved, and moisture wicking is good. You will be hot and sweaty with long sleeves, but staying covered up beats working with a sunburn for the next few days. You will sweat off your sunscreen faster than you think possible. You should also get a few Buff neck gaiters when you can (https://buffusa.com/ ). And a wide brimmed hat ASAP.
You'll want bugspray if you're working near Houston. And a pair of snake gaiters if your company doesn't provide them. We also use powdered lime (from the garden/tractor store -- dump some in an old sock and hit it over your waist/ankles/etc) to prevent chigger bites.
General advice for new CRMers -- try not to spend all your per diem out at the bar. Invest it in yourself by upgrading gear, regional books, professional organization memberships, saving for the off-season, retirement, etc. Chris Webster's Field Archaeologist's Survival Guide ( https://www.amazon.com/Field-Archaeologists-Survival-Guide-Management/dp/1611329280 ) really helped prepare me for my first job and finding the next ones. Other than that, have fun and explore!
Feel free to message me if you have any other questions!