Member the Scottish Archaeological Finds Allocation Panel
Member the Scottish Archaeological Finds Allocation Panel
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Job Description
Would you like to play a vital role in the Treasure Trove system in Scotland
Scottish Ministers are seeking to appoint two members to the Scottish Archaeological Finds Allocation Panel (SAFAP).
SAFAP provides advice to the Kings and Lord Treasurers Remembrancer (KLTR) about archaeological items discovered in Scotland recommending whether the artefacts should be acquired for the nation where they should be allocated and if a payment should be made to the finder.
We are looking for one professional member and one independent member. Ideally candidates for the professional memberrole should have relevant experience in practical archaeology and the independent candidate should have experience of metal detecting and knowledge of the system. In addition the successful applicants will be confident and engaging communicators able to work with different colleagues and with the capacity to give the role the time commitment required. If appointed you will be expected to take up post on 28 July 2025.
Further information on the role and the panel can be found in the applicant information pack.
Please send completed applications to by the deadline which is Midnight on 26 May 2025.
Remuneration and time commitment
Appointment as a member is unpaid however all directly related travel and subsistence costs as well as reasonable dependants carer costs incurred in carrying out the duties of the appointment will be reimbursed.
The time commitment for the role is around 8 days per year.
Further information on the Scottish Archaeological Finds Allocation Panel can be found at the following website: AND ROLE CRITERIA
Qualifications
Employment Type
Full Time
