Senior Archaeologist – Field Surveys & Research

Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Public Lands Archaeology Program of the Florida Department of State manages cultural resources on over 5 million acres of state lands and conducts surveys, site recordation, and preservation planning. Travel to state parks and forests is expected to support site protection and research initiatives.

This role requires six years in Anthropology/Archaeology (Master’s degree can substitute), at least two years of fieldwork with survey/excavation/mapping, plus lab analysis, reporting, data

Qualifications

• Six years of professional experience in Anthropology/Archaeology or related field; a master’s degree can substitute for the years of experience.
• At least two years of professional archaeological field experience including survey, excavation, and mapping.
• Technical archaeological experience, including laboratory analysis, report writing, and data management.
• Knowledge of pertinent state and federal cultural resource legislation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cultural resource surveys on Board of Trustees Lands
• Assist PLA supervisor with land management activities
• Assist with Archaeological Resource Management Training
• Assist with review and administration of 1A-32 Archaeological Research Permits
• Conduct research on state-owned sites or collections
• Increase visibility of the Bureau of Archaeological Research through outreach, partnerships, or publications
• Perform other work-related duties as required

Skills

Field archaeology

Survey experience

GIS mapping

Report writing

Data management

Communication skills

Preservation laws knowledge

Education

Master’s degree substitution for experience

Job description

The Public Lands Archaeology Program of the Florida Department of State manages cultural resources on over 5 million acres of state lands and conducts surveys, site recordation, and preservation planning. Travel to state parks and forests is expected to support site protection and research initiatives.

This role requires six years in Anthropology/Archaeology (Master’s degree can substitute), at least two years of fieldwork with survey/excavation/mapping, plus lab analysis, reporting, data