Finds Liaison Officer Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire

Derby Museums; Ilkeston; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A local museum authority in Ilkeston is seeking a Finds Liaison Officer for the Portable Antiquities Scheme. This role involves responsibility for recording archaeological finds, delivering public engagement programmes, and maintaining partnerships with various organizations. The ideal candidate will have a degree in archaeology, experience in finds recording, and strong communication skills. The position offers a salary scale of £20,827 - £22,843 and is full-time and permanent.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently on research.
• Experience of artefact identification or working within an archaeological organization.
• Knowledge of curatorial systems and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Record finds within the Portable Antiquities Scheme.
• Plan and deliver public programs that engage people.
• Maintain relationships with archaeological organizations.

Skills

Basic research competency

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in archaeology or related discipline

Tools

Photoshop

Job description

Finds Liaison Officer (Portable Antiquities Scheme)

Reports to Head of Curatorship

Salary scale S5 (£20,827 - £22,843)

Hours Full Time

Contract Permanent

Job Purpose

• To be responsible for the recording of archaeological material found by members of the public and metal detector clubs in Derby city, Derbyshire, Nottingham city and Nottinghamshire.
• To plan and deliver public programmes that engage people in and raise the profile of the Portable Antiquities Scheme, The Treasure Act, and local archaeology.
• To proactively facilitate co-production of programmes with CVAC (Community Volunteers and Active Citizens – includes stakeholders/partners).

Reporting

Supervisory responsibilities: None

Managing Individual Performance: Reports to Head of Curatorship

Responsible for: Responsibility for secondees, trainees or volunteers.

Specific Responsibilities

• Record finds within the Portable Antiquities Scheme and under the Treasure Act.
• Maintain relationships with the British Museum, Portable Antiquities Scheme staff, Metal detector clubs, museums and archaeological organisations within the 4 local authority areas.
• Co-produce programmes and activities that engage people in Portable Antiquities Scheme, The Treasure Act, and local archaeology, with and in support of Community Volunteers and Active Citizens. Learning from and participating in the approach pioneered at the Silk Mill.
• Take responsibility for the collections related with the programme and ensure they are documented, stored and cared for, in conjunction with the Collections Manager.
• Ensure that displays, programmes and activities are customer-focussed.
• Participate in and support other development projects as and when required or opportunity arises.
• At all times commit to, and evidence, Derby Museums\' values -, ensuring that customer care and visitor experience is of the highest quality.
• Interact and cooperate with all Trust employees. This will include Managing Individual Performance of assigned staff, volunteers and researchers as appropriate and developing direct reports in line with the Trust’s values and with its Managing Individual Performance scheme.
• Contribute effectively to the leadership and management of Derby Museums and ensure that the trust is working effectively both internally and with external partners.
• Develop and promote equal opportunities in service delivery as well as employment and procurement practices, ensuring the service reflects and provides for the community.
• Make best use of technology in the development and delivery of all organisational functions.
• Prioritise communication and promotion of Derby Museums, its values and its services, participating in Marketing and PR activity coordinated by the Marketing and Communications Coordinator.
• Work at times and occasions appropriate to the needs and leisure times of visitors.
• Actively participate in the wider life of Derby Museums contributing to inter-disciplinary teamwork and projects, updating systems and processes and undertaking other duties as requested.
• Be responsible for your own personal & professional development, ensuring compliance with all Trust policies including Customer Care, the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, the Trust’s health, safety and security arrangements plus Financial and Procurement Standing Orders.

Person Specification

Finds Liaison Officer (Portable Antiquities Scheme)

Short-listing and selection will be based on the criteria set out here. Do make sure that your application fully demonstrates how you satisfy the points listed, drawing on your personal and work experience, education and training.

Qualities

Essential (E)

Desirable (D)

Identified by:

Application (A)

Interview (I)

Test (T)

1. Generic skills and experiences

Competent in carrying out basic research & in identifying reliable sources of information.

Ability to work in a highly-organised and efficient fashion.

Ability to work independently on research.

Experience of and commitment to sharing good practice internally and externally

D

Strong organisational and project management skills.

Awareness of new technology and its potential application to engage audiences with collections.

D

Good communication skills, including giving talks and presentation.

2. Job specific skills and experience

Experience of artefact identification or previous experience of working within an archaeological organisation with an emphasis on finds recording and processing.

Knowledge and experience of curatorial systems and procedures leading to better care and use of collections.

Experience of flint and or pottery from archaeological contexts.

Previous experience of working with metal-detectorists and similar groups.

Knowledge and experience of the Portable Antiquities Scheme, website and database.

Ability to work systematically, to input data on to electronic databases in a consistent format, and to a high standard of numeracy, accuracy and clarity.

Ability to take and manipulate digital images (using Photoshop).

Awareness of issues relating to metal-detecting, the Treasure Act and archaeology.

3. Qualifications

Degree in archaeology or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant expertise

A I

Commitment to continuous personal development

D

A

4. Equalities

Promote understanding of the benefits of diversity and demonstrate how you promote equality of opportunity