Archaeologist 12 PCN 10-5239

The Department of Natural Resources Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreationis recruiting for an Archaeologist 1/2 in Anchorage.

What You Will Be Doing:

The incumbents primary responsibilities are focused on conducting archaeological survey post field processing and report writing. Responsibilities include literature research field investigations laboratory processing artifact analysis and report writing. Field investigations occur throughout Alaska in urban rural and remote locations often under adverse weather and other environmental conditions. This fieldwork may include hiking long distances in difficult conditions with a field pack.

Mission and Values/Culture:

The mission of the Department of Natural Resources is to develop conserve and maximize the use of Alaskas natural resources consistent with the public interest. The Office of History and Archaeology (OHA) encourages the preservation and protection of Alaskas historic prehistoric and archaeological resources. This position in the Office of History and Archaeology is part of the core services of the Office which include identifying documenting evaluating and protecting archaeological and historic sites and buildings.

Benefits of Joining Our Team:

The position works around Alaska to document analyze and evaluate heritage resources. This provides an opportunity to gain experience working with a diverse range of cultures and histories in a variety of contexts. Working with the OHA and the Alaska State Historic Preservation Office provides invaluable experience with how the OHA and SHPO manage cultural resources across the state.

The Working Environment You Can Expect:

The duty station for the position is Anchorage typically in State facilities. Field work includes traveling to and conducting field investigations in cities towns communities and backcountry locations throughout Alaska. Field work is mostly concentrated during summer though some projects in the off or side season may be needed.

We are looking for a candidate who possesses the following positionspecific competencies.

• History and Archeology: Knowledge of historical events and their causes indicators and impact on particular civilizations and cultures as well as preservation and archival techniques.
• Sociology and Anthropology: Knowledge of the concepts principles and theories of group behavior and dynamics; societal trends and influences; and cultures their history migrations ethnicity and origins.
• Research: Knowledge of the scientific principles methods and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry including study design collection analysis and interpretation of data and the reporting of results.
• Critical Thinking: Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Writing: Recognizes or uses correct English grammar punctuation and spelling; communicates information (for example facts ideas or messages) in a brief clear and organized manner; produces written information which may include technical material that is appropriate for the intended audience.

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Archaeologist 1 Starting Salary $2123.25

Bachelors degree from an accredited college in archaeology or anthropology and two field seasons of at least two months duration each in archaeology.

Substitution: One year of graduate study at an accredited university in anthropology or archaeology may be substituted for one season of field experience.

Archaeologist 2 Starting Salary $2446.50

Masters degree from an accredited college in archaeology or anthropology with course emphasis in archaeology including or supplemented by two field seasons experience of at least two months duration each in archaeology site location identification and excavation. One field season must have been as a team supervisor.

Substitution: Two years of professional archaeological research which included field experience beyond the specified bachelors degree may be substituted for the required masters degree.

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At the time of the interviewplease ensure that you provide the following materials:

• Cover letter.
• College transcripts.
• Valid drivers license

SPECIAL NOTICES

Application Notice

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Cover Letter

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Education

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Special Instructions for Foreign Education

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the minimum qualifications listed above. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. postsecondary institution reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the postsecondary institution. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

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Flexible Staffing

This position is flexibly staffed. The level of the job offer will be based on the selected candidates eligibility. If hired at the lower level you will be promoted to the higherlevel job class after completing the training plan and meeting the minimum qualifications.

Drivers License Requirement

Applicants must possess a valid drivers license. Proof of licensure will be required prior to reporting to duty.

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Judith Bittner

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