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Senior Curator of Archaeology (Museum Curator Supervisor, Archeology)

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Dauphin County, PA - USA

Yearly Salary drjobs

$ 66250 - 100686

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

THE POSITION

The Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission (PHMC) is looking for a versatile and experienced archaeologist to direct the Archaeology Curation section of the Pennsylvania State Historic Preservation Office. As a Senior Curator you will oversee a team of archaeologists who preserve more than 11.5 million artifacts and use them to help tell the story of more than 12000 years of Pennsylvania history through changing exhibitions and public programs. You will have the opportunity to represent PHMC within the field of archaeology at the state and national level developing new initiatives related to NAGPRA compliance collections management and public outreach. If you have a passion for Pennsylvania and archaeology apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Senior Curator of Archaeology within the Pennsylvania State Historic Preservation Office you will be responsible for supervising all programs and activities related to collecting artifacts and collection registration documentation cataloging inventorying and physical care in accordance with laws regulations and best practices. You will also lead compliance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). The State Historic Preservation Office is responsible for the review of archaeological investigations conducted for state and federal projects and you will lead the curation of collections resulting from these investigations and other sources. You will serve alongside other SHPO staff as a liaison to archaeological organizations and the public responding to inquiries concerning archaeology. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with leadership and other senior curators to incorporate Pennsylvania archaeology within the exhibits and programs of the State Museum of Pennsylvania part of the PHMC. You will also be responsible for developing research projects that may include limited seasonal fieldwork that result in exhibitions publications and/or public interpretation programs.

Interested in learning more Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description.


Work Schedule and Additional Information:

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:


Other Requirements:


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How to Apply:

  • Resumes cover letters and similar documents will not be reviewed and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education).
  • If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
  • Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date.Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
  • Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
  • 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.


The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit develop and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race color religious creed ancestry union membership age gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin AIDS or HIV status disability or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION


Required Experience:

Manager

Employment Type

Full-Time

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