06/01/1977 26410

MUSEUM CURATOR SUPERVISOR, ARCHEOLOGY

DEFINITION: This is supervisory curatorial work which includes responsibility for the statewide archeology program of the Historical and Museum Commission.

The employee in this class is responsible for directing and coordinating the Historical and Museum Commission's archeological program to locate, investigate, and preserve Commonwealth prehistoric and historic sites and archeological resources. Work involves supervising the curatorial activities of the archeology section of the state museum including the development of exhibits in the museum's archeology gallery. Work also involves organizing and coordinating programs with other pubic or private agencies, institutions, or individuals to locate, evaluate, and excavate archeological sites; providing professional consultative services on the development, care, and exhibition of discoveries; and performing or directing research and publication activities connected with archeological finds. Supervision is exercised over Commonwealth employees and volunteers assigned to archeological activities, including the assigning and reviewing of work, evaluating employee performance, interpreting labor agreements, resolving complaints or grievances, and insuring the development of staff. Work is performed under the administrative direction of a museum or site administrator, and is reviewed through an evaluation of results.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: Supervises curators, preparators, clerical, and other employees of an archeology section of a state museum or field site by assigning work, reviewing completed work for adherence to standards, and evaluating employee performance.

Plans and supervises the operational aspects of the program such as assigning projects or studies and scheduling and directing the flow of work.

Develops, through individual and group conferences, the efficiency and skill of subordinate employees.

Initiates corrective disciplinary action for minor misconduct by subordinate employees and recommends major corrective disciplinary actions or dismissals.

Receives grievances or complaints, conducts initial investigation into causes and conditions, discusses with employee, and resolves or recommends resolution to grievance or complaint.

Prepares and signs employee performance evaluation reports.

Plans, supervises, and participates in section training activities.

Directs and coordinates the Commission's archeological program to locate, investigate, and preserve prehistoric and historic sites, and to protect and preserve the state's archeological resources; organizes archeological site survey and recording activities involving interested agencies, institutions, and individuals, including site excavations for research or salvage purposes.

Supervises and participates in laboratory research, publication of results, and dissemination to the public of information of an interpretive and analytical nature concerning the state's archeological heritage.

Supervises and participates in curatorial work such as research, cataloging, storage, and preservation of the Section's archeological and ethnological collection.

Has charge of development, installation, packing, moving, and maintenance of the state museum's anthropological and archeology exhibits.

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 caring for 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 preparation, construction and maintenance 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 research findings for educational and promotional purposes.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of museum administration.

Knowledge of the principles and methods of employee supervision.

Knowledge of current labor agreement provisions which affect the supervision of employees including the assignment of work and overtime, scheduling of employees, handling of grievances, and evaluation of work performance.

Skill in identifying and classifying archaeological specimens.

Skill in performance or archeological research, including site survey and recording activities.

Skill in planning and overseeing museum exhibits devoted to archeological subjects.

Skill in lecturing, publishing, and teaching in the field of archeology.

Ability to plan and supervise the work of curators, preparators, and clerical employees engaged in archeological supportive activities.

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 2;

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Two years 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.