Archaeologist 2

About the role

This is a full-time position located at the Capitol Annex Building in Baton Rouge, LA.

This position is for an MHPA 106 reviewer focused on archaeology. It does not include curation or outreach duties. Job duties include evaluating Section 106 submissions to fulfill SHPO responsibilities under the NHPA. Required skills: knowledge of archaeological field and survey methodology. Preferred skills: knowledge of NHPA, Microsoft 365, and GIS. This position does not include fieldwork.

Agency Vision

The Office of Cultural Development’s vision is to promote a Louisiana that values and embraces Louisiana cultural assets as essential in shaping a vibrant future for our communities and citizens.

Agency Mission

The Office of Cultural Development serves the citizens of Louisiana by preserving, supporting, developing and promoting Louisiana culture, including archaeology, arts, French language and historic places.

Agency Philosophy Statement

Louisiana’s cultural assets enhance communities, the economy, education and quality of life in our state. It is the Office of Cultural Development’s duty to serve the people of Louisiana by preserving, supporting, developing and promoting our archaeology, arts, French language and historic places.

A bachelor’s degree in anthropology, archaeology, maritime studies, geography, history, or heritage resources plus one year of experience as an archaeologist; ORA master’s degree in anthropology, archaeology, maritime studies, geography, history, or heritage resources.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties

• With the State Archaeologist to maintain, upgrade, and edit the Division’s Geographic Information System as necessary. Input and edit archaeologically surveyed areas onto GIS.
• Maintains the Section 106 database, including compiling and organizing data submission, consulting with clients and agencies to ensure correct document submission, coordinating with in-house staff for prompt and timely reviews, and ensuring all responses are logged and sent on schedule. Log all Section 106 reports into the Division’s databases and assign report numbers.
• Reviews projects for their impact and archaeological resources and provides responses to applicants. Works with State Archaeologist to ensure all projects are reviewed within 30 days of submission.
• Reviews and provides technical comments on marine archaeological surveys and concurrence on their findings and recommendations.
• Assists with outreach activities and other duties as may be assigned by the State Archaeologist.

Position-Specific Details

• Appointment Type: Probational, Promotion, or Detail to Special Duty
• Location: Capitol Annex Building in Baton Rouge, LA
• Work Schedule: This is a full-time position that reports in-office. This position may be required to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or overtime. This position maybe required to travel.
• Compensation: Compensation offered will be dependent on level of experience and certification, so please be sure to include all education and work experience for consideration.

Additional information

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

How to Apply

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

• Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.*

Louisiana as a State, is a Model Employer for People with Disabilities.

For further information about this vacancy, contact

• Pacee Wallace
• Department of Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
• 1051 N. 3rd Street
• Baton Rouge, LA 70802