06/01/1977 26400

MUSEUM CURATOR, ARCHEOLOGY 2

DEFINITION: This is professional archeological curatorial work at a museum or historic site.

An employee in this class performs curatorial work at the full professional level in acquiring and caring for an archeological collection. Work involves collecting, accessioning, identifying, preserving, classifying, cataloging, storing, and utilizing objects of archeological and ethnological significance or interest. Work also involves coordinating and recording the activities of public, private, lay, amateur, and professional agencies and groups engaged in field or research archeological projects and providing professional advice on site maintenance and the preservation of discoveries. Work includes the performance of research, public relations, educational, and leadership activities connected with museum and field archeological projects to foster an interest in the field of archeology, develop new exhibits and prepare research publications. Work is performed with wide latitude for professional judgment subject to review and evaluation of methods and results by the supervisor of the archeological section.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: Performs tasks at the full professional level inmanaging an archeological collection such as collecting, accessioning, recording or cataloging, restoring, preserving, and utilizing archeological objects and specimens.

Plans, and oversees the design of museum exhibits devoted to archeological subjects; provides professional advice and guidance to preparators and artists engaged in designing and installing the exhibits.

Performs a variety of tasks to promote archeological programs and projects on a statewide basis or to protect archeological resources such as coordination of salvage and other archeological programs and projects with various governmental and private agencies and institutions.

Develops and administers programs in field archeology; leads volunteers and students in archeological survey and excavation activities; conducts summer public archeology programs involving various communities.

Delivers lectures, contributes to publications, organizes research conferences, teaches classes, and otherwise engages in educational activities designed to make the state's citizens aware of their archeological heritage.

Develops research sources through records, photographs, and surveys of private collections and utilizes sources as research tools to develop a better understanding of the state's early inhabitants through publications, lectures, and research conferences.

Performs related work as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of the philosophy, principles, practices, methods, and techniques of archeology as they relate to acquiring and managing an archeological collection.

Knowledge of the principles, practices, methods, and techniques used in the care, cataloging, and preservation of archeological objects and specimens and in the planning of museum exhibits devoted to archeological subjects.

Knowledge of source materials for archeological research and of research methodology and techniques appropriate for maximum utilization of collections and list research findings for educational and promotional purposes.

Skill in identifying and classifying archeological specimens.

Skill in performance of archeological research.

Skill in planning museum exhibits devoted to archeological subjects.

Ability to deliver lectures, contribute to professional publications, and teach classes devoted to archeological topics.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with public and private groups and individuals concerned with archeological matters.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: One year as a Museum Curator, Archeology 1;

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One year of curatorial work in the field of archeology, and a master's degree in Archeology or Anthropology, including or supplemented by either a museum studies course at the graduate level recognized by the American Association of Museums or a museum internship;

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Any equivalent combination of experience and training which would afford the applicant the required knowledges, skills and abilities.