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Form of workThe M-NCPPC Archaeology Office is seeking a part-time Seasonal Intermittent Archaeology Collection Specialist. The successful candidate will oversee, maintain, and update the vast archaeological collections in the possession of the Office, including cultural and non-cultural materials, associated records, digital data, and maintaining the collections policy. Attention to detail is necessary for every aspect of the position.
This position pays at a rate of $18.00 - $21.00 per hour depending on qualifications and experience.
Work schedule is flexible and may involve weekends for some off-site programs.
The Archaeology Office is a county-wide unit responsible for preserving, studying, and interpreting the archaeological resources of Prince George's County within M-NCPPC property. The office exists to inspire stewardship of our cultural resources by providing unique opportunities to experience a tangible connection to our shared past through the science of archaeology.
The successful candidate will be expected to uphold the M-NCPPC's Natural and Historic Resources Division's four strategic pillars:
The Archaeology Office is a county-wide unit responsible for preserving, studying, and interpreting the archaeological resources of Prince George's County within M-NCPPC property. The office exists to inspire stewardship of our cultural resources by providing unique opportunities to experience a tangible connection to our shared past through the science of archaeology.
The successful candidate will be expected to uphold the M-NCPPC's Natural and Historic Resources Division's four strategic pillars:
Pillar 1: Enhance the Visitor Experience: Quality & Quantity
Pillar 2: Leave a Legacy: Transforming Education into Activism
Pillar 3: Strengthen Inclusivity, Diversity and Belonging
Pillar 4: Act with Honesty, Integrity, Respect and Trust
Pillar 2: Leave a Legacy: Transforming Education into Activism
Pillar 3: Strengthen Inclusivity, Diversity and Belonging
Pillar 4: Act with Honesty, Integrity, Respect and Trust
- Archaeology collections responsibilities include maintaining proper curation standards for archaeological collections, database maintenance for tracking cultural and non-cultural materials (i.e., accessioning/deaccessioning collections, incoming/outgoing loans, tracking the Department's offsite archaeological collections), and interpreting collections.
- Lab responsibilities include routine maintenance of the archaeology lab including supervising proper processing, preventative conservation, housing of materials, and lab personnel.
- Training responsibilities include teaching Archaeology Collections standards to staff, volunteers, and interns (i.e., curation methods, climate control, security, pest management).
- Public outreach and education responsibilities include collaborating with internal/ external museums, supervising the monitoring of archaeological objects on internal long/short-term loan, creating collections-based programming, developing publicly accessible collections, and volunteer coordination.
- Providing support for ongoing Archaeology Office initiatives, including virtual and in-person programming, fieldwork, and administrative help.
- Applicants must have a Master's degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a related field and have a keen interest in local history, collections management, and community archaeology; or a Bachelor's degree and at least two years of relevant professional experience.
- Candidates must have excellent communication skills, the ability to work with a diverse public, and be comfortable and effective working alone in the Archaeology collections facility.
- Experience with archaeological collections and curation standards; familiarity with material culture of the Middle Atlantic.
- Experience with database management is a plus, but familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite is vital.
- Candidates must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends for occasional off-site programs.
- Applicants must have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and able to lift 40 pounds of equipment.
- This position does not provide benefits.
- A criminal background investigation will be completed prior to hire.
Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)
M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.
Employment Type: Seasonal
