ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST 3 (ARCHEOLOGY)

Definition

Under the direction of a supervision officer in a State department or agency designated representative, initiates, conducts, and supervises all historic and prehistoric archaeological archival searches as required by the Department; locates and evaluates archeological sites; acts as liaison between the Department and any archaeological sub-consultants; does related work as required.

NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

Examples of work

• Plans, organizes, conducts, and supervises surveys of proposed departmental projects to determine the potential archaeological involvement and the need for additional surveys.
• Plans, organizes, conduct, and supervises field investigations of sites where potential archaeological involvement is indicated to determine the significance and degree of preservation of the site warranted.
• Determines the probable effects of departmental projects on archaeological sites and makes recommendations that will minimize or mitigate those which are adverse.
• Coordinates and reviews the work of archaeological consultants and sub-consultants.
• Maintains close coordination with staff of the State Historic Preservation Officer.
• Plans, organizes, and directs the investigation of sites, including test pitting, drafting plans and plotting areas for the scientific excavation of sites, recording stratigraphy, and preserving and recording materials until they are deposited with the State Museum.
• Studies and classifies artifacts.
• Makes statistical analyses of archaeological objects and materials.
• Applies the National Register Criteria of Evaluation to determine if sites meet the requirements for inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places.
• Prepares and supervises the preparation of the archaeological Section of environmental impact statements.
• Meets with Planning, Design, and Construction personnel to contribute reports and ideas for minimization of adverse impacts on archaeological sites.
• Meets with citizens, public officials and others on archaeological matters.
• Assists and instructs bureau employees on matter pertaining to archaeological sites and supervises the performance of their work.
• Supervises the operation and maintenance of technical equipment and devices.
• Supervises the work operation and/or functional programs and has responsibility for employee evaluations and for effectively recommending the firing, hiring, promoting, demoting and/or disciplining of employees.
• Trains bureau employees in archaeological procedures as required.
• Prepares clear, concise, effective correspondence as required.
• Prepares clear, concise, and accurate archaeological and related reports.
• Establishes and maintains essential archaeological, technical, and other records and files.
• May be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office or related units.

Education

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in archaeology, anthropology or ethnology.

Experience

Three (3) years of experience in archaeological field and laboratory experience.

NOTE: A Master's degree in archaeology, anthropology, or ethnology may be substituted f or one (1) year of the indicated experience.

NOTE: A Doctorate's degree in archaeology, anthropology, or ethnology may be substituted for two (2) years of the indicated experience.

License

Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Knowledge of the techniques of ethology, anthropology, and archaeological research and their application to specific projects. Knowledge of the importance of archaeological records, materials, and the factors important in theirs preservation. Knowledge of the archaeology of the eastern states of the United States. Knowledge of all Federal laws that refer to archaeological preservation. Knowledge of and skill in scientific field excavation techniques, including site investigation, test pitting, planning and plotting areas for scientific excavation, recording materials in the field and in the laboratory. Knowledge of the techniques used in classifying and identifying artifacts. Knowledge of the cataloguing of archaeological and ethnological collection. Ability to organize archaeological research and related work, analyze archaeological and anthropological problems, and develop appropriate work methods for individual excavations, surveys, and studies. Ability to direct the survey of sites, the excavation of sites, the preservation of artifacts, the recording of stratigraphy, and the interpretation of findings. Ability to prepare reports of findings and other manuscripts for submission to various State and federal agencies. Ability to prepare correspondence in the course of official duties. Ability to prepare clear, archaeologically sound, technically accurate and informative reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations. Ability to establish and maintain essential archaeological records and files. Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office or related units. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communications. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible This job specification is applicable to the following title code(s) which are different work week or work month and/or variants of the job class title: Job Spec Code State, Local or Common Class of Service Work Week State Class Code Local Class Code Salary Range

Note

ArcheologySC4E25N/AR26-ArcheologySCNL25N/AR25- This job specification is for government use only. Salary range is only applicable to state government. Local salaries are established by individual local jurisdictions. 11/29/11