DOS - OPS UNDERWATER GEOPHYSICIST - 45945298

State of Florida • Tallahassee, FL

8d • $22

About The Position

Department of State
OPS Underwater Geophysicist
Division of Historical Resources
Archaeological Research

Open Competitive

Minimum Qualifications:

Four (4) years of direct work experience in Anthropology, Archaeology, Marine Geology, Geophysics, Oceanography, or closely related field. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the listed fields can substitute for the required years of experience.
Experience with GIS systems
Experience processing archaeological geophysical datasets

Requirements

• Four (4) years of direct work experience in Anthropology, Archaeology, Marine Geology, Geophysics, Oceanography, or closely related field. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the listed fields can substitute for the required years of experience.
• Experience with GIS systems
• Experience processing archaeological geophysical datasets
• Ability to manage databases
• Strong computer literacy focused on the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.), Adobe

Nice To Haves

• Degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, Marine Geology, Geophysics, Oceanography, or closely related field
• Experience conducting submerged cultural resource surveys.
• Experience with underwater geophysical survey software (SonarWiz, Hypack, or QPS)
• Knowledge of the types and distribution of Florida’s submerged pre-contact and historic period archaeological sites
• Successfully completed a Scientific Diving Certification course (AAUS or equivalent)
• Experience using ESRI
• Knowledge of pertinent state and federal cultural resource legislation.

Responsibilities

• Identifies historic and paleo landform targets of interest from geophysical datasets.
• Creates categorized list of targets, organized by defining characteristics.
• Cross references Florida Master Site File database and updates accordingly.
• Manages and archives large geophysical datasets.
• Works closely with grant manager to ensure deliverables are provided in a timely manner.
• Other duties as required

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level