Current Openings
Deputy State Archaeologist (Section Chief)
Atlanta, GA
Anthropology Instructor
Orange County, CA
Field Archaeologists, Crew Chiefs, and Project Directors
Bismarck, ND
Archaeology Program Lead
Tucson, AZ
Repatriation Coordinator/Lecturer & Tenure Track Assistant Professorship in International Heritage Studies
Amherst, MA
PRESERVE ARCHAEOLOGIST I
Las Vegas, NV
Post-doctoral Scholar Position 2010-2011
Buffalo, NY
Company: Historic Preservation Division - Georgia Department of Natural Resources
Position: Deputy State Archaeologist (Section Chief)
Location: Atlanta, GA
Deputy State Archaeologist (Section Chief)
Historic Preservation Division
Georgia Department of Natural Resources
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources seeks applicants for the above position, one of three Section Chiefs within the Historic Preservation Division (www.gashpo.org). This position provides day-to-day management and policy oversight to a section of four full-time and one part-time professional archaeologists who carry out the State Historic Preservation Office’s responsibilities in the areas of archaeological resource planning, identification, registration, education, protection, and preservation under both state and federal statutes. This position is in the Unclassified Service, with a salary range of $52,172.55 to $91,137.94.
Applicants are being sought who have shown a demonstrated commitment to the preservation field, and generally possess the qualifications and abilities outlined below:
A minimum of a Master’s Degree in Anthropology, with a specialization in archaeology, or closely related field. Substantial training and experience in human osteology and/or prehistory of the southeast U.S. preferred;
experience in an applied work setting such as a state or federal agency, state archaeologist’s office, non-profit, or cultural resources management firm;
substantial knowledge of and experience with federal and state historic preservation programs, laws, and regulations;
demonstrated ability to plan, initiate, and complete complex management or research projects while collaborating across organizational and disciplinary boundaries;
communications, negotiation, and public relations skills with public officials, citizen organizations, and Native American, and other groups;
ability to effectively manage and provide leadership for a highly-motivated professional staff to meet the goals, objectives, and responsibilities of the Historic Preservation Division and the Georgia Department of Natural resources.
A downloadable version of the State of Georgia Application for Employment can be found by visiting www.spa.gov/jobApplicants/stateapp.asp.
If interested in applying for this position, please submit an electronic application with supporting materials to the email address below or mail your application to the following address:
Georgia Department of Natural Resources
Historic Preservation Division
ATTN: Vivian Pugh
254 Washington Street, SW
Ground level
Atlanta, GA 30303
Vivian.Pugh@dnr.state.ga.us
Application deadline date: March 5, 2010.
Job Posted: February 19, 2010
Company: North Orange County Community College District
Position: Anthropology Instructor
Location: Orange County, CA
ANTHROPOLOGY INSTRUCTOR
Job #CCF736
Tenure-track position, 100% contract.
STARTING DATE
August 11, 2010
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Reference Job #CCF736 in all correspondence. Download the District
Academic Application on our website at http://apptrkr.com/138380, or email requests to hr@nocccd.edu, or contact the Human Resources Office at (714) 808-4810. EOE
Job Posted: February 19, 2010
Company: Metcalf Archaeological Consultants, Inc.
Position: Field Archaeologists, Crew Chiefs, and Project Directors
Location: Bismarck, ND
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
FOR ARCHAEOLOGISTS
Metcalf Archaeological Consultants, Inc.'s (MAC) Regional Office in Bismarck, North Dakota, is hiring field archaeologists, crew chiefs, and project directors for the 2010 field season.
MAC is an employee-owned full-service cultural resource management firm that, over the past 30 years, has built a reputation as a highly professional and competitive consulting firm by working closely with clients and local, tribal, state and federal agencies to ensure timely compliance with cultural resource and environmental regulations.
The Bismarck office has projects in North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, and Minnesota and is anticipating a busy field season, with projects ranging from survey to testing to mitigation.
We are seeking motivated and responsible individuals who have experience in one or more of the following areas: survey, excavation, laboratory, geoarchaeology, faunal analysis, GIS, and report writing. Experience with northern Plains archaeology is not a prerequisite but is preferred.
Rates of pay and positions are commensurate with educational level and work experience.
If you are interested and desire a delightful summer in the beautiful prairies of the Great Plains, then please mail, fax, or email your resume, with your current email address and phone number, to:
Metcalf Archaeological Consultants, Inc.
P.O. Box 2154
Bismarck ND 58502
phone: 701.258.1215
fax: 701.258.7156
cell: 406.670.8374
e-mail: macnodak@metcalfarchaeology.com
MAC is an equal employment opportunity employer. Our company adheres to a policy of employment-at-will which allows either party to terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason, with or without cause or notice.
Job Posted: February 17, 2010
Company: WestLand Resources, Inc.
Position: Archaeology Program Lead
Location: Tucson, AZ
WestLand Resources, Inc., a Tucson, Arizona engineering and environmental consulting firm, is currently in search of an experienced archaeologist to fill the position of Archaeology Program Lead. WestLand strives to present growth opportunities to employees who are yearning to excel in a professional work environment. To be considered for this opportunity, submit your resume to careers@westlandresources.com. This is a full-time position; salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. EEO.
The successful candidate will assume the role of manager for an established group of professionals including principal investigators, staff archaeologists, field archaeologists and laboratory personnel. In addition, this group leader will participate with other practice leaders in the firm to coordinate project activities and insure client satisfaction.
Responsibilities:
• Business development
• Marketing of WestLand’s cultural resources services, including proposal writing
• Oversight of research and survey protocols
• Project management, including responsibility for on-time and on-budget performance
• Field direction and supervision of staff
• Scheduling
• Direction of research
• Document review
• Report writing
• Effective budget preparation and management
Qualifications:
• An advanced degree in anthropology, archaeology, or related field
• 8+ years of experience in Southwestern US archaeology
• Experience in cultural resource management
• A record of good working relationships with clients and agencies
• Familiarity with the NHPA Section 106 process and its interface with NEPA and federal undertakings
• A record of timely completion of technical reports, research documents, and projects
WestLand Resources, Inc. is an engineering and environmental consulting firm committed to technical excellence, creativity, and client service. We serve a broad spectrum of clients including private land owners, mining enterprises, public and private utilities, and local, state, and federal government organizations. Since our inception in 1997, we have assembled a highly qualified team of engineers, scientists, NEPA and Clean Water Act specialists, landscape architects, archaeologists, GIS specialists, designers and drafters. Our professional staff is supported by an experienced administrative support staff.
Job Posted: February 17, 2010
Company: UMass Amherst
Position: Repatriation Coordinator/Lecturer & Tenure Track Assistant Professorship in International Heritage Studies
Location: Amherst, MA
Two full-time positions at UMass Amherst: (1) a Repatriation Coordinator/Lecturer, and (2) a tenure track Assistant Professorship in International Heritage Studies. Information on each of these positions can be found on the website for the Department of Anthropology:
http://www.umass.edu/anthro/.
Job Posted: February 17, 2010
Company: Las Vegas Valley Water District
Position: PRESERVE ARCHAEOLOGIST I
Location: Las Vegas, NV
The primary focus of this limited term assignment will be to complete the exploration trail and historic cottages restoration project. This person will also oversee and carry out all cultural resource management activities for the Springs Preserve to include conducting surveys, obtaining permits, reviewing construction plans, monitoring excavations, supervising the work of consultants in the design, development and/or stabilization/restoration of cultural resource programs, historic structures, landscapes and exhibits.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE will possess a Master’s degree in archaeology or anthropology; completion of archaeology field school and at least two years of professional archaeology experience including survey, excavation, laboratory analysis and preparation of written materials; supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Knowledge and experience in working with the pre-history and history of the Las Vegas Valley and Southern Nevada is very desirable as is a thorough knowledge of federal, state and local preservation laws, regulations and policies.
Salary: $67,768 annually, plus an excellent benefits package.
Hours of Work: 8am–5pm, M-F with flexible availability to work some evening and weekend hours.
Filing Deadline: 8am, 2/18/10
View the position description, minimum requirements & obtain application packet on-line at www.lvwaterjobs.com or apply in person at 1001 S Valley View Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89153. Phone: (702) 258-3933. Faxes and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the required application package. AA/EOE/MFD
Job Posted: February 1, 2010
Company: SUNY Buffalo
Position: Post-doctoral Scholar Position 2010-2011
Location: Buffalo, NY
SUNY Buffalo seeks a Post-doctoral Scholar (PS) for its interdisciplinary Institute for European and Mediterranean Archaeology (IEMA). During a 10 month tenure, the PS teaches one graduate seminar (preferably on the topic of the symposium), organizes a symposium, and edits a subsequent volume reflecting IEMA’s focus on post-Pleistocene European and Mediterranean anthropological and classical archaeology. Application letter, vitae, list of references, and 3-page description of proposed symposium topic, including intended invitees, must be received by January 31, 2010 for an August 2010 start, pending final budgetary approval. Email application or inquiries to the Institute's director Dr. Peter F. Biehl: pbiehl@buffalo.edu
The University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
Job Posted: November 18, 2009