Alabama is looking for a few good (historical) archaeologists.
The state archaeologist is currently looking for an assistant and I hope to
be hiring someone in the future to work with me at the Old Cahawba
Archaeological Park. A description of the current job opening can be found
below my address line. In the future, I will be looking for someone who has
experience working with the public interpreting archaeology in new and
creative ways. Both of us will be forced to hire off an employment list
that is being created RIGHT NOW!
So, if you think you might need a job now OR IN THE FUTURE, or if you know
someone who might be job hunting within the next year or so, please go, or
instruct your friend to go, to the following web page and take a few minutes
to fill out a form. Getting on this list does NOT commit you to the
current job. However, in the near future, we will not be able to hire
anyone that is not on this list.
(and remember, cost of living is LOW here, so the pay range is pretty darn
good if you consider that aspect - plus retirement, health plan, 13 paid
holidays, vacation and sick leave. For example, I bought a very lovely
1915 bungalow in a historic district for a mere $50,000) So, if you are
ready to give up the "on the road" CRM life, settle down, enjoy 13 paid
holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, and a good retirement plan, consider
Alabama. Plus, the resources are pretty exciting here for H.A. types.
Please go to www.personnel.state.al.us/ and look under Continuous Job
List, 30445 Archaeologist, Senior. The register is now open and accepting
applications. You can down load the application from the web site and
submit it to the Personnel Dept. They do accept faxes. Please submit as
soon as possible.
Linda Derry, Director
Old Cahawba - AHC
719 Tremont St.
Selma, AL 36701 - 5446
ph. 334/875-2529 / email: [log in to unmask]
Employment Opportunity with the
Alabama Historical Commission
Title: Archaeologist, Senior
Pay grade: 73 ($30, 446.00 - $46, 157.80)
Minimum qualifications: Graduation from a four-year college or university
with a Master’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, History, or American
Studies with a specialization in archaeology. Some experience in
archaeological survey or excavation.
This is a position is immediately available in the Historic Preservation
Division of the Alabama Historical Commission (AHC). The AHC is also the
State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) for Alabama. The individual
filling this position will be part of the Archaeology Program and is
supervised by the State Archaeologist. Examples of work that may be
performed by an individual in this position are,
1. Plans and executes archaeological surveys and excavations at the historic
and prehistoric sites managed by the AHC.
2. Serves as the director of the archaeological lab.
3. Responds to emergency archaeological situations throughout the state.
4. Executes grants and contracts for archaeological work within the state.
Oversees the progress and evaluates the results of contracts and grants.
5. On occasion assists other staff by reviewing reports generated by the 106
process, but this is not the primary responsibility of the person in this
position.
6. Assists the State Archaeologist in the development and implementation of
archaeological research, management and education plans for state-owned
prehistoric and historic sites.
We are looking for a motivated and energetic individual with field and
analytical experience. Please indicate any experience in Historical
Archaeology. Please visit the Web site of the State Personnel Department
(www.personnel.state.al.us/) for applications and directions for getting on
the register for “Archaeologist, Senior”. You must be on the register to be
considered for any “Archaeologist, Senior” job in any department of Alabama
State government. Also, by November 2, 2001 forward a detailed curriculum
vita or resume to:
Thomas O. Maher, Ph.D., RPA
State Archaeologist
Alabama Historical Commission
468 S. Perry St.
Montgomery, AL 36130
334-242-3184
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(The Alabama Historical Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer)>
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