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PROJECT ARCHAEOLOGIST
GENERAL CONTRACTS PROGRAM
Position: Project Archaeologist, General Contracts Program (GCP), Office of
the State Archaeologist. This is a full-time, 100 percent, benefited
appointment at the Research Assistant III level at the University of Iowa.
Basic Responsibilities: Conduct archaeological investigations for Phase I,
II, and III survey, site testing, and data recovery undertakings for local
and state units of government; federal agencies; and private sector
clients. Project Archaeologists report to and coordinate activities with
the GCP Director but are responsible for the day-to-day organization and
timely execution of field investigations, laboratory analyses, and report
preparation. Applicants must be familiar with Section 106 legislation and
be able to independently prepare high quality reports with the goal of
determining site eligibility to the National Register of Historic Places
for federal agency and SHPO review. The work primarily involves projects in
Iowa although the potential exists for project work in Missouri, Illinois,
Wisconsin, and Minnesota (typically within a 6 hour radius of Iowa City).
Extensive travel during the week required; weekend overnight stays away
from Iowa City are rare.
Required Qualifications: Applicants must meet or exceed the minimum
professional qualifications defined by the Secretary of the Interior's
Professional Qualification Standards for Archaeology (36CFR61) including a
graduate degree in archaeology, anthropology, or a closely related field
(M.A./M.S. required, Ph.D. a plus); at least one year of post-graduate
degree supervisory experience in Plains/Midwest archaeology; demonstrated
ability to carry research (field, lab, and reporting) to completion in a
timely and high quality manner; experience directing archaeological crews
up to 12 persons in size; and ability to work effectively in a diverse
environment.
Desired Qualifications: Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA).
Experience with Word, Excel, Access, ArcView GIS, and CorelDRAW computer
applications on PC-based platforms. Previous experience with Iowa cultural
resource management projects. Individuals with experience in lithic
analysis, geoarchaeology, or faunal analysis are especially encouraged to
apply, although other specialties will be considered. Previous experience
in contract administration, marketing, agency or tribal consultation,
supervising field schools, other teaching, or museum-related curation work
not required but considered a plus.
This is a full-time University of Iowa Professional and Scientific position
in a great work environment with an excellent benefits package (five weeks
paid vacation per year, TIAA-CREF retirement plan with significant
University contribution, health/dental/life insurance coverage) and an
estimated base full-time salary of $30,290 to $35,248 depending on
experience and qualifications. Anticipated start date is February 21, 2000.
Applicants should refer to posting #40162 and send a current CV detailing
experience, statement of interest and special skills, and the
names/addresses/telephone/e-mail of three references to:
John F. Doershuk, Ph.D., RPA
Director, General Contracts Program
Office of the State Archaeologist
University of Iowa
700 Clinton Street Building
Iowa City, Iowa 52242-1030
The University of Iowa is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative
Action Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Applications must be received by December 30, 1999.
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