The following position has been announced by the Prince William County
government.  Please click on
http://www.pwcgov.org/jobs/vacancy.asp?intVacancyID=998 to see the
descripiton details and to apply online.

        Vacancy: Archaeologist          	
        Position No: 762007
Department: Planning Office
Location: Woodbridge, VA
Grade: 15
Salary: 46,788.04 - 74,861.02
On-line Date: 3/2/2005 - 3/16/2005
Entry Salary Range: 46,788.04 - 50,999.00
Permanent Full Time             	
        Duties: Performs professional work identifying, surveying,
evaluating, and recording archaeological resources. Develops and
maintains standards for archaeological assessments. Reviews public and
private development proposals for potential impacts to archaeological
resources and works with developers, engineers, construction contractors
and utility companies to negotiate a balance between development
plans/activities and archaeolgical resources. Recommends mitigation of
archaeological resources and proffers as appropriate. Reviews and
negotiates scope of work for archaeological studies, monitors
archaeological field work and reviews archaeological reports for
compliance with county standards. Work is performed under the general
supervision of the cultural resources coordinator. Other tasks include:
developing and implementing policies, procedures and ordinances related
to archaeology; reviews rezonings, special use permits, public facility
applications and checks records and maps to determine level of
archaeological monitoring required; coordinates with the Historical
Commission on recommendations for archaeological work. Conducts
meetings, makes public presentations, and responds to inquiries.
Prepares written comments on archaeological reports. Develops volunteer
archaeology programs. Trains and supervises student interns and
volunteers. Prepares technical reports on archaeological theory.
Coordinates with the Department of Public Works in the cataloging and
storage of artifacts.           	
        Knowledge, Skills, and Responsibilities: General knowledge of
the principles and policies of archaeology and the ability to apply
them; general knowledge of the techniques of report writing; ability to
manage multiple projects and shift priorities as needed; ability to
evaluate the work of archaeological contractors; ability to prepare and
produce detailed written reports and studies; ability to communicate
effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to establish and
maintain effective working relationships with specialty consultants such
as archaeologists, engineers, historians, county employees and the
general public; ability to plan, develop and implement research projects
from start to finish; ability to perform duties and responsibilities
independently within established policies and procedures.

        Education and Experience: A Bachelor's Degree in archaeology,
anthropology, or closely related field, and 3-5 years experience in
conducting archaeological studies and historical research with emphasis
on Virginia history. Requires a strong foundation of knowledge in
American history.               	
        Special Requirements: Must possess a valid driver's license.
Must pass DMV record check.             	
        Preferences: Master of Arts in history, anthropology or closely
related field; member of Register of Professional Archaeologists.

        Other Advertisements: National Trust online forum, Archaeology
Society of Virginia, Virginia History list service, Virginia Department
of Historic Resources electronic newsletter.            	
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