Archaeologist 2

Archaeologist 2

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Archaeologist 2

Salary

$3,403.00 - $6,124.00 Monthly

Location

Baton Rouge, LA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

CRT-2024-194091-PW

Department

Culture Rec & Tourism-Cultural Dev

Opening Date

04/29/2024

Closing Date

5/12/2024 11:59 PM Central

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Supplemental Information

This position is located at theCapitol Annex Building in Baton Rouge, LA.

This position does not require a Civil Service test score.

The primary responsibility of the position is to develop, implement, and manage initiatives for heritage education, public information, and public outreach concerning Louisiana's archaeological and cultural heritage. These efforts may include but are not limited to: developing and distributing hard-copy and digital classroom exhibits and teaching kits, developing and/or assisting with the creation of webpages, preparing social media posts, overseeing the state's Archaeology Month, working with International Archaeology Day and Project Archaeology programs, and developing museum exhibits. These efforts will involve consultation and coordination with Federal, State, regional, and local organizations along with federal and state recognized Indian Tribes. Travel around the state is required with occasional overnight stays necessary.

Essential duties include:

50% Develop, implement, and manage initiatives for heritage education, public information,

and public outreach using social media, interactive exhibits, public presentations, and 3D technologies to provide factual and understandable information about Louisiana archaeology and cultural heritage to the general public. Develop curriculum materials and resource guides for use in classrooms that meet state educational standards and, when circumstances permit, present programs to school groups and other organizations. These efforts include using digital products, hands-on teaching kits with original or 3D scanned artifacts, dig box exercises, and other activities.

30% Partner with federal, state, and local organizations to develop and implement archaeological exhibits in cultural districts, museums, and at events sponsored by us and partner organizations.

10% Develop and/or oversee Louisiana Archaeology Month as well as the distribution of

classroom exhibits, teacher kits, and online resources. Coordinate heritage education activities with International Archaeology Day, Project Archaeology, and the Louisiana Archaeological Society.

5% Respond to requests from museums, publishers, and the public for images and information

relating to Louisiana archaeology for use in books, exhibits, and other venues. Organize and maintain appropriate records, including images, usage permissions, and all outreach products.

5% Serve as senior technical advisor to the State Archaeologist.

Preferred Qualifications:

A Master's degree in anthropology, archaeology, or a closely related field.

Ability to work with diverse organizations, discern their needs, and develop the appropriate materials for their use;

Knowledge of Louisiana history and archaeology;

Experience with Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop (or related program), and spreadsheet design;

Ability to write informational materials for the general public and K-12 students;

Knowledge of scientific and archaeological methods and techniques;

Experience using social media in professional, public, and educational contexts;

Ability to independently develop, implement, and manage educational materials;

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in professional and public settings;

Ability to manage time, prioritize work to meet deadlines, work independently, and work with other staff members to accomplish tasks.

Desired Skills and Abilities:

Experience with 3D scanning and printing;

Experience with ESRI ARC Pro GIS software;

Experience with website development and/or website software;

Experience collaborating with teachers;

Experience creating museum exhibits;

Experience creating educational content.

AN IDEAL CANIDATE SHOULD POSESS THE FOLLLOWING COMPETENCIES:

Accepting Direction: The ability to accept and follow directions from those higher in the chain of command.

Acting Decisively: The ability to make decisions quickly and effectively.

Developing Performance: The ability to assist others in advancing their skills, knowledge, and performance levels over time.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisiana) " link and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

The Office of the Lieutenant Governor and the Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism are participants in the E-Verify system for identification and employment eligibility purposes.

Louisiana as a State, is a Model Employer for People with Disabilities.

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Pacee Wallace

Department of Culture, Recreation, & Tourism

1051 N. 3rd Street

Baton Rouge, LA 70802

Phone: 225-342-8202

[email protected]

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A baccalaureate degree in anthropology, archaeology, maritime studies, geography, history, or heritage resources, plus one year of professional level experience in New World archaeology (e.g. archaeological field experience, archaeological laboratory experience, archaeological collections management experience, archaeological research experience, public archaeology experience, or any combination of these areas totaling one year of experience).

NOTE: Any college hours or degree must be from an accredited college or university.

Job Concepts

Function of Work:

To manage several specific archaeological programs.

Level of Work:

Advanced.

Supervision Received:

Broad review from the Archaeologist Manager or other professional manager.

Supervision Exercised:

Functional supervision of several program areas over students, surveyors, contractors; and direct over unclassified Project Leaders.

Location of Work:

Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism, Department of Transportation and Development.

Job Distinctions:

Differs from Archaeologist Manager by subordinate relationship and lack of supervision over subordinate archaeologists.

Differs from Archaeologist 1 by more complex duties such as responsibility for a statewide program area.

Examples of Work

Manages the Archaeological Grants Program.

Supervises field archaeologist conducting surveys as part of the Archaeological Grants Program.

Works regularly with university and private industry archaeologist to develop archaeological survey and site testing projects that conform to federal budgetary and program guidelines.

Develops Scopes-of-services for archaeological survey and testing projects.

Acts as technical expert on Historical Archaeology and on Underwater Archaeology.

Coordinates the permits for archaeological investigation on state land.

Develops and periodically revises the Louisiana Comprehensive Archaeological Plan, which entails: holding public hearings; soliciting comments from archaeologists, land-use managers, private industry, and the public; identifying recordation and preservation needs; in conjunction with others, setting program priorities; and preparing the final document for publication.

Functions as curator for archaeological collections under the Division of Archaeology's control.

Acts as office authority on artifact conservation matters.

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity tomake a differencethrough public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.

As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:

Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/

Parental Leave- Up to six weeks paid parental leave

More information can be found athttps://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx

Holidays and Leave - State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

- New Year's Day

- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,

- Mardi Gras,

- Good Friday,

- Memorial Day,

- Independence Day,

- Labor Day,

- Veteran's Day,

- Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement - State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):
- Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video (https://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Your\Retirement\System.mp4) to give you more detailed information about their system
- Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
- Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others
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ADi: Rate your ability to accept direction based on our definition: The ability to accept and follow directions from those higher in the chain of command.
- 1= I have no experience and/or am uncomfortable accepting direction
- 2= I have limited experience or require assistance to accept direction
- 3= I can accept direction
- 4= I can accept directions and help others improve their ability to accept direction
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AD: Rate your ability to act decisively based on our definition: The ability to make decisions quickly and effectively.
- 1= I have no experience and/or am uncomfortable acting decisively
- 2= I have limited experience or require assistance to act decisively
- 3= I can act decisively
- 4= I can act decisively and help others improve their ability to act decisively
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DPe: Rate your ability to develop performance based on our definition: The ability to assist others in advancing their skills, knowledge, and performance levels over time.
- 1= I have no experience and/or am uncomfortable developing performance
- 2= I have limited experience or require assistance to develop performance
- 3= I can develop performance
- 4= I can develop performance and help others improve their ability to develop performance
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