DOS - ARCHAEOLOGIST III - 45001055

State of Florida•Tallahassee, FL

About The Position

This position is within the Department of State, Division of Historical Resources, Bureau of Archaeological Research. It is a Career Service position. The role involves conducting submerged cultural resource surveys and research on state lands, engaging in geophysical analysis and reporting, reviewing management plans, applications, and reports, managing archaeological databases, and maintaining research vessels. The position requires knowledge of Florida's submerged archaeological record, underwater archaeological field techniques, the ability to conduct underwater surveys using SCUBA, and the ability to travel.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or Maritime Studies, or related field or minimum 6 years professional underwater archaeological fieldwork experience
Successfully completed a scientific diving training program (AAUS or equivalent)
Boat experience that includes launching, trailering, and operating vessels
GIS experience
Knowledge of Florida’s submerged archaeological record
Knowledge of underwater archaeological field techniques
Ability to conduct underwater archaeological surveys
Ability to work underwater on SCUBA
Ability to travel

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of pertinent state and federal submerged cultural resource legislation
Experience conducting submerged cultural resource surveys
Geophysical data acquisition and analysis
Regulatory experience
Knowledge of the types and distribution of Florida’s submerged pre-contact and historic archaeological sites
Technical archaeological experience including: laboratory management, cataloging, artifact documentation
Public speaking experience
Vessel/equipment maintenance and repair