(Information provided by Dr. Emily Bartz, ARAS-Pine Bluff.)
The Arkansas Archeological Survey (ARAS) is currently accepting applications for a full-time, permanent Survey Research Assistant – Society/Survey Liaison position based in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Full job details and the application link are provided below. I would greatly appreciate it if you could post it to the Caddo Conference Organization job announcements.
Summary of Job Duties:
The Society/Survey Liaison is responsible for coordination of public archeology activities between the Arkansas Archeological Survey and the avocational Arkansas Archeological Society. These responsibilities include communications, liaison with Survey research stations and local avocational archeologists, engagement with and outreach to the statewide Society Executive Board, local Society chapters around the state, and the Society-based Board of Advisors. Additionally, the Liaison leads coordination of the annual events jointly organized between the Survey, the Society, and external organizations, and co-administers the Arkansas Site Stewardship Program with the State Archeologist and Site Stewardship Committee Chair. The Society/Survey Liaison also maintains Society mailings, records, and archival materials at the Survey Coordinating Office.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Minimum Qualifications:
- B.A./B.S. degree from an accredited institution of higher education
- Experience with avocational archeological, citizen science, and/or volunteer organizations
- Experience planning events
- Experience managing social media and creating digital newsletters
- Valid Driver’s License and ability to travel, including several weeks during the Annual Training Program
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience maintaining databases and WordPress editing
- Experience working with Arkansas Archeological Society or similar programs
- Planning events for over 50 people
- Familiarity with negotiating and executing contracts for organizations
- Experience creating schedules and timelines for events
- Nonprofit management experience
- Archeological field and/or laboratory experience
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills (KSAs):
- General knowledge of archeological methods, practices, and stewardship or an interest in learning
- Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Skill in using social media platforms, digital editing, layout, publication software and/or digital newsletter platforms
- Ability to work in a collaborative framework with professional staff and external (avocational and general public) stakeholders
For a complete position announcement and information regarding how to apply, visit: https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UAF_External_Career_Site/job/Fayetteville/Survey-Research-Assistant—Society-Survey-Liaison_R0073754-2