Scientific Specialist, Archaeology

Illinois State Archaeological Survey, Prairie Research Institute, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

The Illinois State Archaeological Survey (ISAS) is part of the Prairie Research Institute at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, which is centrally located between Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis. For 80 years, the University of Illinois has studied the state’s archaeological heritage. ISAS incorporates that knowledge in its programs to protect, preserve, and interpret these irreplaceable and non-renewable resources within the context of Illinois’ need to encourage and promote sustainable development. Learn more at https://prairie.illinois.edu/about/jobs/

The University of Illinois is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For more information, visit http://go.illinois.edu/EEO

ISAS is seeking to hire a Scientific Specialist, Archaeology.   The archaeologist will work in the statewide program office of the Illinois State Archaeological Survey's Transportation and Architecture Sections to coordinate  environmental survey information from the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) or other state or federal agencies with ISAS archaeological and architectural projects for the purposes of (1) characterizing the research potential of said projects, (2) ensuring accurate and timely performance of archaeological and architectural projects, (3) completing archaeological and architectural compliance reports, and (4) assisting the IDOT Cultural Resources Unit in implementing a construction monitoring policy.  Position is based in Champaign, Illinois.

For details, please see the official position announcement. Deadline is September 30, 2022.

The Texas Historical Commission’s Historic Sites Division has an opening for a Public Archeologist position in southeast Texas. Work involves overseeing the archeological and preservation planning for the historic Levi Jordan and Varner-Hogg Plantations; development and implementation of a Public Archeology program for the sites; coordinating and assisting with the processing and analysis of artifact collections; and reporting on the results of investigations at the sites. 

See the full Job Vacancy Notice at:  https://www.thc.texas.gov/content/public-archeologist-archeologist-iii

The Maryland Historical Trust, an agency of the Maryland Department of Planning, is seeking to hire a contractual Collections Assistant at Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum (JPPM). Located on 560 scenic acres along the Patuxent River in Calvert County, Maryland, JPPM is home to over 67 archaeological sites, more than 30 historic buildings and structures, and the Maryland Archaeological Conservation Laboratory (MAC Lab). JPPM supports the preservation of Maryland's cultural resources and connects people to the past through the preservation and interpretation of our onsite historical and archaeological resources.

The purpose of the position is to perform a variety of artifact collections management duties under the direction of the MAC Lab’s Curator of State Collections.

SALARY: $18.17 - $20.23/hour

LOCATION: 10515 Mackall Road, St. Leonard, MD  20685

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY: https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.jobapscloud.com/MD/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=22&R2=001756&R3=0071__;!!DZ3fjg!5rFpA8VeGu3_kgWffX3r1ZbBpUOH7GJra_-ngF-LlUHAD8Q_NNeC_eruDoVECLctw6e2Vswcl6AmILvDsPhH2lFqhvWkak-Z$
Application deadline is 08/23/2022

INDOT's Cultural Resources Office is seeking a Section 106 Specialist. This senior non-supervisory position is the subject matter expert on INDOT's compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act for transportation projects.

Applicants must meet the Secretary of the Interior's requirements for a Qualified Professional.

Please see the posting for application information: https://workforindiana.in.gov/job/Indianapolis-Cultural-Resc-Sec-106-Spec-IN-46204/919332500/ (When reviewing the posting, please note that only the Role Overview section is specific to this position. The balance of the posting is for a general State of Indiana Senior Environmental Manager position and contains some activities and responsibilities that do not apply.)

Please contact Matt Coon (mcoon@indot.in.gov) or Laura Hilden (lhilden@indot.in.gov) if you have questions, and please forward to anyone who might be interested!

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The Colorado Department of Transportation is hiring a Staff Archaeologist. Please refer to the Job Announcement at the link below for further details. The application period closes August 24, 2022.

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/3661701/staff-archaeologist-eps-ii-or-iii

The Cultural Resources Office in the Environmental Division of the Tennessee Department of Transportation has an opening for an Archaeologist at the Environmental Studies Specialist level. This is a full-time, permanent position with benefits, and is located in Nashville, Tennessee. Applicants should be familiar with Section 106 and NEPA as well as pertinent state and federal laws regarding archaeology. Experience in Midsouth archaeology, including fieldwork and laboratory methods and techniques, proficiency in ArcGIS and some knowledge of geophysics and use of related software is desirable. Pay is commensurate with education/experience. Applications must be received through the state hiring portal. Please see the link below for a full job description and details on how to 

 Interested applications should apply online at: https://www.tn.gov/tdot/human-resources-home/tdot-careers.html or, if that link causes problems, at : Careers (tn.gov)

Job Posting Title: TDOT ENV STUDIES SPECIALIST* 

Job Opening ID: 33794 

Questions? Email TDOT.Env.CulturalResources@tn.gov

The Arizona State Museum, which is responsible for administering the Arizona Antiquities Act, is looking to hire an Assistant Manager for the AAA Permits Office. The job information is below. 

https://arizona.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/10682?c=arizona

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is hiring an Archaeologist Coordinator in the Cultural Resources Branch of the Division of Environmental Analysis. This is a full-time, permanent position with benefits, and will be located in KYTC's Central Office in Frankfort, Kentucky. Please note that the minimum qualifications for this position include a master's degree in anthropology, archaeology or cultural resource management (applied anthropology) or a related field, supplemented by one year of archaeology or anthropology experience concentrated in the United States. Applicants should be familiar with Section 106 and NEPA as well as pertinent state and federal laws regarding archaeology. A working knowledge of the archaeology of or experience working in the Ohio River Valley is preferred. Pay is commensurate with experience, within the range noted in the link below. This posting currently closes on July 8th, 2022. Contact Daniel Davis (Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. Daniel.Davis@KY.GOV) with any questions regarding the position or the application process.

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ISAS is seeking an Assistant Research Scientist, Archaeology to conduct and lead field station archaeological research projects and staff and coordinate efforts with ISAS headquarters staff and contracting agency personnel.  Position will be based at the ISAS Northern Illinois Field Station in Elgin, Illinois. https://jobs.illinois.edu/academic-job-board/job-details?jobID=166123&job=assistant-research-scientist-archaeology-illinois-state-archaeological-survey-166123

The Public Service Archaeology & Architecture Program is searching for three Public Service Assistant Specialists that will conduct all levels of cultural resource investigations throughout the Midwest as part of a University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign-based cultural resources management program.

The deadline has been extended to May 20, 2022.

For details, see the full job posting.