Archaeology Program Specialist

The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission

Job Location:

Derwood, MD - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 15 - 23

Posted on: 9 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Under direction and guidance from the Montgomery Parks Senior Archaeologist manages and runs public interpretive events for the Montgomery Parks Cultural Resources Stewardship Sections Archaeology Program throughout the year. Duties include developing and implementing innovative and engaging archaeology outreach programs managing volunteers and activities at outreach events preparation and implementation of archaeology summer camp programs and activities and maintaining organized records and evaluations of outreach events. Provides leadership independent judgement and decision-making in an active environment. Exhibits exemplary interpersonal skills with staff campers and parents. Throughout the year accomplishes other duties and activities as assigned which may include archaeological fieldwork and writing.

For more information about the Seasonal Hiring process and application status for Montgomery County please contact.

Examples of Important Duties

Public Programming and Outreach

Develop archaeology outreach activities and educational materials for public events implementing current best practices for archaeology education.
Manage and run various public interpretive events throughout the area.
Assist with the planning and implementation of Montgomery Parks Family Archaeology Day.
Manage outreach event supplies inventory and evaluate events.

Supervision and Program Management

Supervise volunteers at events.
Plan activities in advance making sure there are adequate supplies and equipment for program.
Address crisis management discipline and troubleshooting issues related to volunteers the public and/or staff.

Instruction

Assist and teach archaeology-related activities to the public and volunteers.
Develop teach and assist volunteers with archaeology-education materials.

Minimum Qualifications

Important Skills and Characteristics

Enthusiastic and energetic
Enjoys working with children and teenagers
Collaborative with a strong work ethic creative thinking and great interpersonal skills
Flexibility and adaptability
Proven organizational skills
Proficient in up-to-date software (MS Office); ability to learn new software systems
Completed or working on a bachelors/masters degree in Anthropology Archaeology or related field

Preferred Qualifications

Previous supervisory experience particularly with children.
Previous archaeology outreach and education experience.

Minimum Qualifications

Be at least 21 years of age with 24 months experience as a supervisor
Enjoy an interest in archaeology (college courses in anthropology archaeology or related field preferred)
Have excellent communication and customer service skills and be comfortable working with children ages 6 17.
Possess a valid driver license and be willing to drive a 15-passenger van with campers
Have certification in First Aid CPR and AED (training classes available)
Must attend and complete M-NCPPC trainings (Driver Training Youth Camp Safety Standards)
Must be able to bend lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
Must be able to walk on rough terrain and work in the summer heat.

Supplemental Information

May be subject to medical drug and alcohol testing.

Supplemental Information

This position is seasonal (part-time) and does not include benefits. Hours may not exceed 1560 hours in a fiscal year. Expected hours are 20-30/week except in the summer when it will be 37.5 hours/week
Complete background and Child Protective Services investigations will be completed prior to hire

Working Conditions

Work is active and performed mostly outside in all weather conditions.

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race color religion sex age national origin sexual orientation marital status disability genetic information gender identity or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)

M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.

Required Experience:

DescriptionUnder direction and guidance from the Montgomery Parks Senior Archaeologist manages and runs public interpretive events for the Montgomery Parks Cultural Resources Stewardship Sections Archaeology Program throughout the year. Duties include developing and implementing innovative and engag...

Description

Examples of Important Duties

Public Programming and Outreach

Develop archaeology outreach activities and educational materials for public events implementing current best practices for archaeology education.
Manage and run various public interpretive events throughout the area.
Assist with the planning and implementation of Montgomery Parks Family Archaeology Day.
Manage outreach event supplies inventory and evaluate events.

Supervision and Program Management

Supervise volunteers at events.
Plan activities in advance making sure there are adequate supplies and equipment for program.
Address crisis management discipline and troubleshooting issues related to volunteers the public and/or staff.

Instruction

Assist and teach archaeology-related activities to the public and volunteers.
Develop teach and assist volunteers with archaeology-education materials.

Minimum Qualifications

Important Skills and Characteristics

Enthusiastic and energetic
Enjoys working with children and teenagers
Collaborative with a strong work ethic creative thinking and great interpersonal skills
Flexibility and adaptability
Proven organizational skills
Proficient in up-to-date software (MS Office); ability to learn new software systems
Completed or working on a bachelors/masters degree in Anthropology Archaeology or related field

Preferred Qualifications

Previous supervisory experience particularly with children.
Previous archaeology outreach and education experience.

Minimum Qualifications

Be at least 21 years of age with 24 months experience as a supervisor
Enjoy an interest in archaeology (college courses in anthropology archaeology or related field preferred)
Have excellent communication and customer service skills and be comfortable working with children ages 6 17.
Possess a valid driver license and be willing to drive a 15-passenger van with campers
Have certification in First Aid CPR and AED (training classes available)
Must attend and complete M-NCPPC trainings (Driver Training Youth Camp Safety Standards)
Must be able to bend lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
Must be able to walk on rough terrain and work in the summer heat.

Supplemental Information

May be subject to medical drug and alcohol testing.

Supplemental Information

This position is seasonal (part-time) and does not include benefits. Hours may not exceed 1560 hours in a fiscal year. Expected hours are 20-30/week except in the summer when it will be 37.5 hours/week
Complete background and Child Protective Services investigations will be completed prior to hire

Working Conditions

Work is active and performed mostly outside in all weather conditions.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)

M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.

Required Experience: