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Associate Director: Destin History & Fishing Museum

https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=331449442aa5e2b0&from=shareddesktop_copy

The Associate Director works collaboratively with the Director to carry out the organization’s mission and policies established by the Board, including the financial, educational, collections, and operations management of the organization.

Schedule: 8 Hour shift – Tuesday to Saturday

The large task of running a successful and growing museum demands at least 40 hours of work a week, and at certain times of the year many more. The expectation of the Board is that at least 35 hours per week are spent on-site at the museum on days that the museum is open. The Associate Director shall also attend events, fundraisers, and meetings off-site as needed. The expectation is that the Associate Director will be consistently present during the “peak season” of the year (March through October) with an extra emphasis of on-site presence Memorial through Labor Day. It is also expected that there be reasonable availability for private tours and after/off hours emergencies, meetings, events, etc. It is expected that at times 30% of the work week include a public facing component at the museum’s front desk and giving tours. 20-30% of the work during certain times of the year may be spent on fundraising efforts.

Time Off: The Associate Director shall have 40 hours of paid vacation in year one. Annual paid vacation shall increase to 80 hours, beginning in year two, and after receiving a satisfactory annual review by the Board of Directors. More than two consecutive days off in a row and/or time off between Memorial through Labor Day must be requested in writing to the Executive Board of Directors for approval.

Minimum Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in museum studies, archaeology, anthropology, public history, public administration, historic preservation, architectural history, or related field and/or 2+ years of high-level museum management experience.

Strategic Leadership:

  • With the Board of Directors and Executive Director, establish a clear vision for the organization.
  • Assist the Director in long-range strategic planning and implementation of those plans.
  • Assist with the compilation of monthly reports
  • Provide both support and leadership to the Board of Directors and the Executive Director.

Financial Management & Fundraising:

  • Assist in identifying fundraising opportunities, and support the Board’s fundraising efforts and special events.
  • Identify and pursue grant opportunities and community partnerships.
  • Develop and sustain professional relationships with members and donors.
  • Develop & maintain positive relations/communication with all staff, families, consultants, and community partners, including participation in organizational and community based committees
  • In partnership with staff, prepare grant applications and manage grant projects.
  • Assist with maintaining excellent donor records and stewardship of all donations made to the organization.
  • Maintain thorough and complete financial and project records

Human Resources & Administration:

  • Train and supervise all staff and volunteers.
  • Maintain schedules for staff and volunteers that ensure normal operation of museum.
  • Manage the visitor experience before and during their visit. This includes tours, desk check-in, shop checkouts, etc.
  • In conjunction with the Executive Committee and Executive Director, evaluate staff (other than the Executive Director and Associate Director); set performance standards; create annual goals; conduct annual staff evaluations; maintain personnel records.
  • In conjunction with the Executive Committee, evaluate staff (other than the Executive Director);train; set performance standards; create annual goals; conduct annual staff evaluations; maintain personnel records.

Community Relations:

  • Represent DHFM and advocate its mission to external stakeholders and audiences including community organizations, schools, government at all levels, and the museum and nonprofit communities.
  • Maintain positive relationships with the City of Destin, and other community partners such as the Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners and the Okaloosa County TDC.
  • Collaboratively establish and implement a marketing/communications plan that supports the DHFM brand and reputation including website content, social media accounts, media relations, and printed materials.
  • Support the director in communication and work with the City of Destin regarding all maintenance and repair of the museum building and Post Office as laid out in our lease.
  • Support the coordination of all programming and events with museum staff.

Board & Volunteer Relations:

  • Involve Board members in any decisions that may affect the future of DHFM.
  • Assist the Board with identifying community members who may be appropriate for Board service, and support their recruitment and orientation to the organization.
  • Recruit volunteers for appropriate positions within the organization.
  • Participate in Board meetings by working with the Executive Committee to create agendas, prepare staff reports for the meetings, and attend meetings of the Board and committees.

Exhibitions, Collections, and Education:

  • Create and maintain Standards of Excellence for all collections, exhibitions, and education efforts of the museum.
  • Oversee the proper care of the collections.
  • Oversee exhibitions to support the mission of the organization to attract audiences, donors and sponsors.
  • Oversee educational programming.

Dress Code:

During working hours and when representing the museum and at events, meetings, or other work-related functions Employees are expected to wear clean, well-maintained, and appropriately fitting clothing that reflects a business casual style.

Unacceptable Attire Includes:

· Athletic wear, including leggings, sweatpants, yoga pants, or gym shorts

· No beanies, caps, or ball caps (museum hats are permitted)

  • Hoodies, sweatshirts, and sweat suits
  • Tank tops, crop tops, halter tops, or strapless garments
  • Ripped, distressed, or excessively tight clothing
  • Clothing with offensive or inappropriate graphics or slogans
  • Flip-flops, slides, or athletic sneakers (unless pre-approved for medical or job-specific reasons)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30,000.00 – $37,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Paid time off

Education:

  • Bachelor’s (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Destin, FL 32541 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Destin, FL 32541: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Executive Director: Destin History & Fishing Museum

https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=0f56d6d6086ac239&from=shareddesktop_copy

The Executive Director has the overall responsibility to carry out the organization’s mission and policies established by the Board, including the financial, educational, collections, and operations management of the organization.

Schedule: The large task of running a successful and growing museum demands at least 40 hours of work a week, and at certain times of the year many more. The expectation of the Board is that at least 35 hours per week are spent on-site at the museum on days that the museum is open. The Executive Director shall also attend events, fundraisers, and meetings off-site as needed. The expectation is that the Executive Director will be consistently present during the “peak season” of the year (March through October) with an extra emphasis of on-site presence Memorial through Labor Day. It is also expected that there be reasonable availability for private tours and after/off hours emergencies, meetings, events, etc. It is also expected that there be reasonable availability for private tours and after/off hours emergencies, meetings, events, etc. It is expected that at times 30% of the work week include a public facing component at the museum’s front desk and giving tours. 20-30% of the work during certain times of the year may be spent on fundraising efforts.

Time Off: The Director shall have 40 hours of paid vacation in year one. Annual paid vacation shall increase to 80 hours, beginning in year two, and after receiving a satisfactory annual review by the Board of Directors. More than two consecutive days off in a row and/or time off between Memorial through Labor Day must be requested in writing to the Executive Board of Directors for approval.

Minimum Education Requirements:

Master’s degree in museum studies, archaeology, anthropology, public history, public administration, historic preservation, architectural history, or related field and/or 5+ years of high-level museum management experience.

Strategic Leadership:

  • With the Board of Directors, establish a clear vision for the organization.
  • Assist the Board of Directors in long-range strategic planning and implementation of those plans.
  • Provide both support and leadership to the Board of Directors.
  • Serve as the liaison between the Board of Directors and staff.

Financial Management & Fundraising:

  • Assist in identifying fundraising opportunities, and support the Board’s fundraising efforts and special events.
  • Identify and pursue grant opportunities and community partnerships.
  • Develop and sustain professional relationships with members and donors.
  • In partnership with staff, collaboratively prepare grant applications and manage grant projects.
  • Maintain excellent donor records and stewardship of all donations made to the organization.
  • Maintain thorough and complete financial and project records
  • Maintain good control of the budget set by the Board of Directors.

Human Resources & Administration:

  • Assist the Board in hiring staff.
  • Support the associate director in the supervision all staff and volunteers.
  • Manage the visitor experience before and during their visit. This includes tours, desk check-in, shop checkouts, etc.
  • In conjunction with the Executive Committee and the Associate Director, evaluate staff (other than the Executive Director); set performance standards; create annual goals; conduct annual staff evaluations; maintain personnel records.

Community Relations:

· Represent DHFM and advocate its mission to external stakeholders and audiences including community organizations, schools, government at all levels, and the museum and nonprofit communities.

  • Maintain positive relationships with the City of Destin, and other community partners such as the Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners and the Okaloosa County TDC.
  • Collaboratively establish and implement a marketing/communications plan that supports the DHFM brand and reputation including website content, social media accounts, media relations, and printed materials.
  • Communicate and work with the City of Destin regarding all maintenance and repair of the museum building and Post Office as laid out in our lease.
  • Maintain museum calendar and assist the associate director in coordinating all programming and events with museum staff.

Board & Volunteer Relations:

  • Involve Board members in any decisions that may affect the future of DHFM.
  • Assist the Board with identifying community members who may be appropriate for Board service, and support their recruitment and orientation to the organization.
  • Recruit volunteers for appropriate positions within the organization.
  • Participate in Board meetings by working with the Executive Committee to create agendas, prepare staff reports for the meetings, and attend meetings of the Board and committees.

Exhibitions, Collections, and Education:

  • Create and maintain Standards of Excellence for all collections, exhibitions, and education efforts of the museum.
  • Oversee the proper care of the collections.
  • Oversee exhibitions to support the mission of the organization to attract audiences, donors and sponsors.
  • Oversee educational programming.

Dress Code:

During working hours and when representing the museum and at events, meetings, or other work-related functions Employees are expected to wear clean, well-maintained, and appropriately fitting clothing that reflects a business casual style. At times a more formal attire may be required for events.

Unacceptable Attire Includes:

· Athletic wear, including leggings, sweatpants, yoga pants, or gym shorts

  • Hoodies, sweatshirts, and sweat suits
  • Tank tops, crop tops, halter tops, or strapless garments
  • No t-shirts unless they are DHFM t-shirts
  • Ripped, distressed, or excessively tight clothing
  • Clothing with offensive or inappropriate graphics or slogans
  • Flip-flops, slides, or athletic sneakers (unless pre-approved for medical or job-specific reasons)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38,000.00 – $42,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary: Sanctuary Advisory Council Recruitment

https://floridakeys.noaa.gov/sac/recruitment.html

Submerged Cultural Resources (alternate)

National marine sanctuary advisory councils are community-based advisory groups established to provide recommendations to the superintendents of the national marine sanctuaries and marine national monuments. Councils also serve as liaisons between their constituents in the community and sanctuaries. The council plays a particularly critical role in supporting an existing sanctuary during its management plan review process.

The council ensures public participation in the management of the sanctuary by acting as a liaison between the Florida Keys community and the sanctuary superintendent and staff. Council members provide advice about sanctuary operations and projects and help build increased stewardship for sanctuary resources.

Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary is currently recruiting for the following seats on its advisory council:

  • Boating Industry (primary and alternate)
  • Citizen at Large: Upper Keys (primary and alternate)
  • Conservation & Environment: Seat 1 (alternate)
  • Conservation & Environment: Seat 2 (alternate)
  • Diving: Upper Keys (primary)
  • Fishing: Charter Flats (alternate)
  • Fishing: Charter Sport (primary and alternate)
  • Fishing: Commercial Shell/Scale (alternate)
  • Research & Monitoring (primary and alternate)
  • South Florida Ecosystem Restoration (primary)
  • Submerged Cultural Resources (alternate)
  • Tourism: Upper Keys (primary and alternate)
  • Tourism: Lower Keys (primary)

Applications are due no later than February 15, 2026. Applications not received electronically or postmarked by February 15 will not be considered. For more information, please contact the council coordinator at Elizabeth.Trueblood@noaa.gov, or 305-797-7226.

Recruitment Cover Letter

Open Council Seats

Application Form

Underwater Archaeology in Malta, Malta 2026 (Balkan Heritage Foundation)

Underwater Archaeology in Malta, Malta 2026 (Balkan Heritage Foundation)

This field school provides experience and training in underwater archaeology through participation in an ongoing research project – investigating the Late Roman Harbour at Marsaskala – along the South-Eastern coast of Malta.

The geography of the site and consideration of site formation processes inform our understanding of the archaeological deposit and how it relates to the surrounding region historically. Importantly, it positions the bay as a maritime access point to the immediately surrounding Roman settlement, the more significant settlement at Żejtun, and the sanctuary of Tas-Silġ. Marsaskala is one of three sea access points for these inland sites, together with St Thomas Bay and Marsaxlokk Bay. The increase in shipping during the Punic and Roman periods, along with advancements in shipbuilding and navigation, meant that larger ships carrying goods were travelling greater distances and more frequently than ever before. At the outset of a long journey, it would be difficult to predict the destination’s weather at the time of arrival. Having an easily recognizable landmark (Tas-Silġ) and three bays that guaranteed at least one option for safe anchorage in any wind condition played an important role in the region’s maritime importance in antiquity and to this day (Grima, R. & Mallia, J. 2011, p.244).

The site in Marsaskala is the subject of ongoing study and many research questions about the site persist. With growing pressure from coastal development, it is more important than ever that there are continued efforts to investigate and document the site. Most of the material recovered dates to the 6th century and, to a far lesser extent, from the 3rd to 5th centuries. It has been suggested that the relative abundance of LR1 and LR2 amphorae could point towards the presence of a shipwreck. Although no ship construction has yet been found, this remains a major question that future work at the site aims to address.

The most recent excavations carried out at the site (Oct. – Nov. 2025) located a piled rock feature that could potentially be a harbour structure or ballast pile, several glass artefacts, an oil lamp, a variety of ancient fishing weights, and largely intact LR1 and LR2 amphorae.

The site represents an interesting case where research gaps, development proposals, and natural climate-driven impacts are all important factors. This will work to better prepare students for work on a complex site that has been both formed and threatened by a range of anthropogenic and environmental factors. This field school is suitable for beginners in the field and aims to broaden knowledge, refine skills and propel students to further their career in Maritime and Underwater Archaeology.

2026: The Kenchreai Coastal and Marine Survey (KCMS)

The Kenchreai Coastal and Marine Survey

The Kenchreai Coastal and Marine Survey (KCMS) is a four-week program that introduces students to the archaeology and natural environment of Greece through field research on an interdisciplinary team of premier scholars. The only program of its kind to combine intensive exploration both on land and under the sea, KCMS offers to students at any level a unique opportunity to learn about the past first-hand at one of Greece’s most spectacular sites.

Kenchreai, the port of Corinth on the Saronic Gulf of the Aegean Sea, was among the busiest harbors in southeastern Europe for over a millennium, a beacon on the horizon between land and sea. Frequent ships arrived from distant lands bringing travelers of diverse backgrounds and bountiful cargoes of wine, spices, marble, and exotic goods. Kenchreai flourished for centuries as a crossroads where Greeks, Romans, and easterners lived together in prosperity. Their deities came from all over the world. They possessed not only one of the most famous mystery-cults of the Egyptian goddess Isis, but also one of the oldest Christian congregations in Greece, nurtured by St. Paul. The port contended with the wrath of Poseidon, always shifting with the vicissitudes of the sea and exposed to sudden disasters that could transform the coastline. Kenchreai was a node of transience, a place of vibrant pluralism but also rapid change.

KCMS investigates the complex relationship between human activity and the natural environment over time in the dynamic coastal-marine zone of Kenchreai. The team aims to uncover the shape, function, and history of the ancient harbor basin; to reveal the distribution and character of the port town and settlement in its hinterland; to reconstruct the paleoenvironment, including ecology, coastal erosion, and natural disasters; and to explore the unknown seascape of submerged harborworks and shipwrecks in the westernmost Aegean Sea.


To achieve these goals, KCMS invites students to join a large, international team of experts who employ state-of-the-art techniques in archaeological and geoscientific field research. Team members will be able to participate in various activities: archaeological survey and excavation on land; artifactual study; drilling, geological survey, and geophysical remote-sensing; and underwater excavation and survey. Apart from practical training on site, team members will attend seminars on, for example, pottery, ancient ships, and earthquakes. Weekend trips are planned to major sites and museums in the region, such as Corinth, Perachora, Mycenae, Nemea, and Nafplion. The team stays at a comfortable hotel on the sea near the site.

Historian

https://jobs.jobvite.com/snainternational/job/o9Jkzfwv

Description

SNA International, the Global Leader in Forensics, Biometrics, and Identity Intelligence, is currently looking for a Historian to support the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA), at the DPAA lab in Hawaii, by conducting historical research and writing, as well as assisting with related activities for DPAA’s Indo Pacific Directorate.

***Only candidates currently residing in HI, NE, or the DC Metro area will be considered for this position.

Critical Work Responsibilities may include but not limited to:  

  • Perform complex historical research into locating and identifying missing service members from World War II, Korean War or the Vietnam War.   
  • Assignments include, but are not limited to historical reports, documentary research, interpreting oral histories, secondary source readings, geographically bounded studies, case narratives, reports of findings, and briefings to Agency leadership. 
  • Build and develop recommendations to disinter unidentified remains from past conflicts, with the goal of pursuing all avenues towards exhumation and identification. 
  • Assists with communications with foreign representatives/embassies and casualty/mortuary offices. 
  • Occasionally travels nationally for Family Member Updates (FMUs) and occasionally internationally for field investigations or other activities as required by agency leadership. 
  • Other duties as assigned. 

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:  

  • 5 years of professional historical research experience (includes educational experience)   
  • Master’s degree in history or related field with a strong understanding of US Military History, History of Science and/or World War II, Korean War or the Vietnam War.   
  • Specialist knowledge of the Indo-Pacific Theater (working toward PhD preferred) 
  • Possess a broad knowledge of the concepts, principles, and practices of historical research and analysis as gained through graduate education in history and relevant job experience. 
  • Possess the ability to conduct research on a diverse array of cases with scattered and scant source material. 
  • Possess the ability to apply flexible approaches and versatility to conducting research. 
  • Possess exceptional written and oral communication skills evidenced by publication and conference presentation record. 
  • Possess ability to provide written products quickly and in formats tailored for varied audiences. 
  • Demonstrated history of writing for a wide, non-specialist audience. 
  • Knowledge of professional writing styles based on professional experience. 
  • Experience with archival research is desired. 
  • Self-motivated and detail-oriented, with excellent time management skills 
  • Able to work well independently as well as in a team environment. 
  • Possess strong attention to detail and excellent recordkeeping skills. 
  • Proficient in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:  

  • Possess a broad knowledge of the concepts, principles, and practices of historical research and analysis as gained through graduate education in history and relevant job experience. 
  • Ability to conduct research on a diverse array of cases with scattered and scant source material. 
  • Ability to apply flexible approaches and versatility to conducting research. 
  • Knowledge of professional writing styles based on experience. 
  • Exceptional abilities in oral and written communication, and the ability to provide written products quickly and in formats tailored for varied audiences. 
  • Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Access, Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel). 
  • A demonstrated history of initiative and achievement. 
  • A demonstrated history of working independently with client staff. 
  • Experience working independently with minimal direction or supervision. 
  • Experience supporting and anticipating client needs and demonstrating problem-solving skills. 
  • Experience performing tasks under tight deadlines and managing shifting priorities. 

Physical Requirements:  

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

  • This work is primarily sedentary, although some physical effort may be required, particularly if traveling to assist with field investigations. 
  • Office work may include the transfer of archival boxes. 
  • Individuals must be capable of working under high stress and pressure of short deadlines. 

Additionally, as the workspace is an active forensic laboratory, you will be subject to the sites (and occasional smells) of skeletonized human remains as well as hearing conversations regarding deceased individuals. 

 
 
Please submit a cover letter along with your CV. CVs without a cover letter will not be considered. 
 
SNA International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.     

LCMM: Virtual Archaeology Conference 2026

Virtual Archaeology Conference 2026

February 12 , 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Free

Join us for our 5th Annual Virtual Archaeology Conference! Each year, archaeologists, researchers, and historians come together with Lake Champlain Maritime Museum to share new research, developments, and discoveries from their work in Lake Champlain in a special online summit that is free for all to attend.

Our 2026 conference is a deep dive into the archaeology of the American Revolution on Lake Champlain. Zoom into the three-day Battle of Valcour Island as archaeologists and historians describe key moments through the shipwrecks and artifacts left behind. From the Gunboats Spitfire and Philadelphia to new exhibits and stories, we will connect past events from 250 years ago to current research and explore how this ongoing work is used today in museums.

The conference features several brief and informative presentations by experts. After each presentation, there will be a brief Q&A with the speaker before the next one starts. The conference ends with a longer Q&A with the whole archaeology team. A full schedule and list of presenters are detailed below.

This virtual conference is held on Zoom Webinar and is free to attend. Please register in advance to receive the direct conference link by using the “Register for the Archaeology Conference” button below. For accessibility requests please contact us by email at info@lcmm.org or by phone at 802-475-2022 by February 9, 2026.

Register for the Archaeology Conference

Virtual Archaeology Conference 2026: Topics & Speakers

Welcome and Introduction
Chris Sabick, Executive Director, Lake Champlain Maritime Museum

Gunboat Spitfire, Threats to Continued Preservation
Chris Sabick, Executive Director, Lake Champlain Maritime Museum

Gunboat Philadelphia Conservation Project
Jennifer Jones, Curator, Division of Military and Society, Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History

Revisiting the Artifacts Recovered from the Valcour Bay Research Project
Paul Willard Gates, Director of Archaeology, Lake Champlain Maritime Museum

Designer Meet Archaeologist: Implementing Archaeology Into Museum Exhibit Design
Taylor Picard, Staff Archaeologist, Lake Champlain Maritime Museum

Live Q&A with Lake Champlain Maritime Museum’s Archaeology Team
Chris Sabick, Paul Willard Gates, Taylor Picard

Postdoctoral Position in Underwater Archaeology at National Tsing Hua University, Taiwan

Postdoctoral Position in Underwater Archaeology at National Tsing Hua University, Taiwan

The Research Center for Underwater Archaeology and Heritage at National Tsing Hua University (NTHU), Taiwan, invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher to advance its pioneering work in underwater archaeology and cultural heritage. Established in 2022, the Centre leads Taiwan’s efforts in studying and preserving submerged cultural assets. This opportunity is ideal for scholars passionate about underwater archaeology and its intersection with technology, heritage conservation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Located in Hsinchu City, this role supports international academic exchange and contributes to the growing maritime archaeological landscape in East Asia. The position is funded annually, renewable for up to two years, and offers researchers a chance to work at the forefront of cultural heritage innovation in a region rich with maritime history.

Sanctuary Advisory Council Recruitment: Maritime Heritage (1 Alternate) – 3-year term

https://stellwagen.noaa.gov/management/sac/recruitment.html

Sanctuary Advisory Council Recruitment

Current Vacancies

The sanctuary is accepting applications for the following seats:

  • Citizen-At-Large (3 Primary, 2 Alternate) – 3-year term
  • Conservation (1 Primary, 2 Alternate) – 3-year term
  • Diving (1 Primary, 1 Alternate) – 3-year term
  • Education (2 Primary) – 3-year term
  • Marine Transportation (1 Primary) – 3-year term
  • Maritime Heritage (1 Alternate) – 3-year term
  • Mobile Gear Commercial Fishing (1 Primary) – 3 year term
  • Recreational Fishing (1 Alternate) – 3-year term
  • Research (1 Primary, 1 Alternate) – 3-year term
  • Whale Watch (1 Alternate) – 3-year term
  • Youth (1 Primary, 1 Alternate) (non-voting) – 2-year term

The application period opens November 20th, 2025

Completed applications are due by January 20th, 2026

Applications received or postmarked after January 20th will not be considered.

Applications can be downloaded by clicking the links below. Applicants accepted as Advisory Council members should expect to serve a 3-year term and Youth 2-year term. The advisory council consists of 36 primary and alternate members representing a variety of public interest groups. It also includes 9 seats representing other federal and state government agencies.

Please contact laura.howes@noaa.gov, or tel: 781-205-0354 with any questions about the Stellwagen Bank NMS Advisory Council and recruitment.

For more information about the Office of National Marine Sanctuary Advisory Councils, please visit: sanctuaries.noaa.gov/management/ac/.

Application Materials

Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION: What is a Sanctuary Advisory Council?

ANSWER: National marine sanctuary advisory councils are community-based, volunteer advisory groups established to provide advice and recommendations to NOAA on issues including management, science, service, and stewardship. This sanctuary advisory council brings members of a community together to provide advice to NOAA, to serve as a liaison with the nominating community, and to assist in guiding the site through the designation process.

QUESTION: How long do sanctuary advisory council members serve?

ANSWER: Applicants chosen as members or alternates should expect to serve two or three-year terms based on the seat (seats are staggered to avoid having to recruit a full slate of new members). Members are limited to three consecutive terms on the council in the same seat, unless the ONMS Director has granted a waiver.

QUESTION: How do I apply for a seat on the sanctuary advisory council?

ANSWER: Interested parties should submit written statements of particular interest, qualifications, and experience related to the Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary. Sanctuary advisory council members must be at least 18 years of age, with the exception of youth seat members.

QUESTION: How do I know if I am eligible to apply for a specific seat?

ANSWER: The seat descriptions are included in the document linked above.

QUESTION: How are applicants for the sanctuary advisory council chosen?

ANSWER: Applicants are chosen based upon their particular expertise and experience in relation to the seat for which they are applying; community and professional affiliations; and views regarding the protection and management of marine resources. NOAA seeks to maintain a Sanctuary Advisory Council that is balanced in terms of points of view represented, geography, and advisory functions the council will perform. NOAA’s Office of National Marine Sanctuaries director makes the final selection for seats.

National Maritime Historical Society 63rd Annual Meeting

New Haven, CT — 27-29 May 2026

NMHS 63rd Annual Meeting – New Haven, CT, 27-29 May 2026

The Trustees of the National Maritime Historical Society invite all members to join us for our Annual Meeting which will be held in conjunction with the North American Society for Oceanic History (NASOH) conference, 27-29 May 2026 in New Haven, Connecticut. This is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy maritime history, connect with peers, and explore educational travel!

Conference Highlights

  • Thematic focus: Maritime Margins: Missing Voices, Overlooked Places, and New Perspectives.
  • Explore the black engineer William Lanson’s impact on Long Wharf and the rise of industrial oystering in Long Island Sound.
  • Engage with cutting-edge research in maritime archaeology, cultural landscapes, naval history, maritime security, and environmental studies.
  • Enjoy access to New Haven’s rich cultural landscape, from world-class museums and libraries to its famed pizza.

Venue

Canal Dock Boathouse, 475 Long Wharf Drive, New Haven, CT 06511

Hotel

NMHS has reserved a block of rooms at the Hotel Marcel, 500 Sargent Drive, New Haven, CT 06511. The Hotel Marcel is located about 50 yards from the Canal Dock Boathouse. The group rate starts at $179/night. To make your hotel reservations, please use the booking link or call Hilton at 800-774-1500 and ask for the NMHS group rate at Hotel Marcel. The NMHS group rate expires April 26 and is on a first-come-first serve basis. After the cut-off date, rooms are available based on space and rate availability. Cancellation requires notification 48 hours before arrival to avoid penalties.

How to Participate

  • Register for NASOH conference
    Ensures access to their full program, field trips, and banquet.
  • RSVP for the NMHS annual meeting (click on above button) Friday, 29 May – 1:00-2:00 PM
    Lawsen Room at the Canal Dock Boathouse – free for all NMHS members
  • Book your hotel room
    Reserve via our special NMHS block before April 26.

Things to do in and around New Haven

For scholars, researchers, and museum enthusiasts

  • Yale Center for British Art – The largest collection of British art outside the United Kingdom
  • Yale University Art Gallery – Collections spanning cultures and centuries, from antiquity to the present
  • Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library – Home to the Gutenberg Bible, Audubon’s Birds of America, and an original copy of the Declaration of Independence, housed in a striking modernist building

For families and general visitors

  • Yale Peabody Museum of Natural History – Newly renovated, free, and especially popular with children and families
  • It Adventure Ropes Course – An indoor ropes course located near the conference venue
  • Shore Line Trolley Museum – Ride historic trolleys from the 1920s through scenic coastal salt marshes

All Yale museums and libraries listed above are free and open to the public.

Collections Manager: This position is responsible for all aspects of the management of collections at the three maritime museums in Beaufort, Hatteras, and Southport.

https://nc.wd108.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/NC_Careers/job/Carteret-County-NC/Collections-Manager—MOH60083655_JR-107348

Description of WorkThis position is responsible for all aspects of the management of collections at the three maritime museums in Beaufort, Hatteras, and Southport. Duties include oversight of all acquisitions, de-accessions, incoming and outgoing loans, and the collections database. Employee conducts research on artifacts and archives in the collections; monitors the care and preservation of collections, and coordinates collection resources, concepts, and content throughout the museums, standardizing best collection policies and procedures. The position provides expertise to staff and patrons/researchers and supervises permanent, seasonal, intern and volunteer staff.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Manage all collections at the Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum at Hatteras, the North Carolina Maritime at Beaufort, and the North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport.
• Supervises two full-time positions, the Registrar and Conservator, interns, temporary staff, and volunteers and provides training and guidance to colleagues who document artifacts in Southport and Hatteras and may receive collections for consideration from donors.
• Interacts with donors, lenders, borrowers, and museum colleagues in the acquisition of collections as well as loans for the exhibition program.
• Interacts with conservators, archivists, and architectural historians to assess collections, determine preservation priorities, and to upgrade care for diverse collections.
• Works with staff of the Underwater Archaeology branch to coordinate the transfer of QAR collections to the storage facility in Beaufort and specific guidelines for borrowers.
• Provides expertise to staff and patrons for educational programs and exhibitions.
• Schedules and runs the Maritime Collections Committee.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $35,984 – $50,337

To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.

Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following are preferred:

  • Experience working with collections care and management.
  • Experience in management of staff and schedules.
  • Experience working on exhibition development.

Position/Physical Requirements

  • Must be able to work Mondays-Fridays 8:00am-5:30pm.
  • Ability to lift, push, pull, crouch, bend, and other forms of movement for the position with or without accommodation.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.

This position is deemed eligible for hybrid telework under DNCR’s Telework Policy.

Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.

*THIS IS AN ANTICIPATED VACANCY*

This position is located at:

315 Front Street

Beaufort, NC 28516

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree in Art History, Biology, Botany, Conservation, Education, History or Zoology from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of museum or related work,

or

an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Section/Unit Description

The Maritime Museum is part of the Division of State History Museums and is dedicated to the preservation, advancement, and presentation of maritime history, shipwrecks, and related natural history of coastal North Carolina. The group’s interpretive region stretches from the Virginia border through Brunswick County including all contiguous sound and ocean waters in coastal counties. These museums preserve, research, exhibit, and interpret their collections for the benefit of the general public and diverse audiences in order to: inspire appreciation; encourage discovery; promote an active, responsible understanding for the maritime history and heritage of the coastal region in a local, regional, national and international context; and encourage visitors to reflect on their own lives and place in history.

Heritage Awareness Diving Seminar (HADS)

https://www.fpan.us/training-courses/hads/

Join us for our in-person HADS seminar on May 14-16, 2026, click the button for registration options below.

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The Heritage Awareness Diving Seminar is intended to explain the advantages of conserving shipwrecks and other submerged cultural resources, not only to preserve information about our collective past, but also to preserve the vibrant ecosystems that grow around historic shipwrecks. HADS focuses on providing scuba training agency Course Directors, Instructor Trainers, and Instructors with a greater knowledge of how to proactively protect shipwrecks, artificial reefs, and other underwater cultural sites as part of the marine environment. HADS consists of two evenings of classroom instruction and one day of open water diving; Virtual HADS consists of two evenings of classroom instruction.

Participants receive the HADS workbook and access to all PowerPoint presentations to use in their own classes. Upon completion of the course, participants can teach the new Heritage Awareness Diving Specialty Course, approved by PADI, NAUI, and SDI, as well as incorporate underwater historic preservation into other courses. HADS is taught in partnership with the Florida Bureau of Archaeological Research.

Contact Dr. Della Scott-Ireton at dscottireton@uwf.edu for more information about HADS.

The classroom sessions include a series of lectures and discussions on:

  • Maritime archaeology, shipwrecks, and underwater heritage tourism
  • Issues in conservation: take only photos and leave only bubbles
  • Laws pertaining to submerged cultural resources: international, federal, and state
  • Teaching outline and classroom modules for your training organization
  • And more…

2026: Nation’s Oldest Port® Maritime Archaeology Field School

Maritime Archaeology Training and Education

Since 2007, the Lighthouse Archaeological Maritime Program (LAMP), the research arm of the St. Augustine Lighthouse, has provided professional and educational maritime archaeology training nearly every summer through our Nation’s Oldest Port® Field School.

Field school is a foundational component in the education of any student pursuing a career in archaeology. Each year, our professional archaeologists oversee an intense, five-week accredited program that provides undergraduate and graduate students with hands-on experience in maritime archaeological research.

In addition to methodological instruction and academic lectures, students gain real-world experience in all aspects of archaeology, including site set up, excavation, documentation, data management, and public outreach. We have partnered with Flagler College to organize and implement this four-credit course. Students may also set up course credit through their own university.

As an official American Academy of Underwater Sciences (AAUS) Organizational Member, we are proud to offer AAUS Scientific Diver Training – run in conjunction with the field school.

2026 Field School Application

Applications for 2026 will open January 19th. 

Please check back for an updated link to the application documents.

2026 Field School Supervisor Application

LAMP will select at least two Field School Supervisors for the 2026 season. Supervisors must already be an AAUS Scientific Diver with prior experience assisting with archaeological fieldwork and an interest in developing leadership and mentoring skills.

Supervisors serve as on-site leaders and mentors, supporting daily field operations both on the vessel and on land, coordinating student crews, and helping ensure that fieldwork, data documentation, and field house operations run smoothly. When not in the field, supervisors also act as intermediaries between the students and LAMP staff.

Supervisors will also:

  • Present one academic lecture (topic to be approved prior to the start of the Field School)
  • Plan and lead one weekend group excursion (museum, archaeology site, historic site, etc.)
  • Assist with training stations during the initial week of field school

Please note that there is no paid compensation for this position, but room and board are provided. Supervisors will need to arrive two weeks prior to the start of field school.

Supervisor Applications for 2026 will open January 19th. 

Please check back for an updated link to the application documents.

For questions, please email LAMP at the contact information below.

Lighthouse Archaeological Maritime Program

81 Lighthouse Avenue
St. Augustine, Florida 32080
lamp@staugustinelighthouse.org
Phone: 904-829-0745, ext. 203

2026 Summer Maritime Archaeology: Maritime Archaeology expedition, Salt Cay

Maritime Archaeology expedition, Salt Cay

With approximately 60 inhabitants on 2.6 square miles, Salt Cay is the least populated of the main inhabited islands in the Turks & Caicos Islands. Tourists often bypass the island in favor of Grand Turk or Providenciales. In the colonial period, however, the island played an important role in Atlantic World trade networks.

Bermudians sailed their ships over 800 miles every year to visit Salt Cay for its salt. Historically, salt was considered “white gold” because in the absence of refrigeration, it provided one of the few ways to preserve food. The interior of Salt Cay consisted of a large natural salt pan and in combination with strong trade winds, hot days and little precipitation, it presented an ideal environment for natural production of this precious product. The Bermudians built salt storage facilities along the shore and created salt ponds with wind-powered pumps to increase production. The profitable salt industry left a mark on the island. Surrounded by the sea, Salt Cay functioned as a hub. To move people to the island, export salt, and connect the island to the wider Caribbean, a maritime focus was a must. Smaller vessels would come and go along the coast, moving goods on and off the island. Larger ships would set sail and deliver the salt to other Caribbean islands, the United States and even Europe.

Salt Cay and its surrounding waters are largely unexplored from an archaeological point of view. The goal of this expedition is to make an archaeological map of the island, and to learn more about the island’s past by studying specific sites in depth. During a reconnaissance trip in 2019, we discovered a number of underwater and terrestrial sites that we started to document in 2023. These include a wooden shipwreck in shallow water and the HMS Endymion, a British 44-gun warship that sank in 1790 south of Salt Cay. We continued our explorations in 2024 and 2025 by documenting three shipwrecks and discovered two more! During the 2026 expedition, we will document the newly found sites and explore Salt Cay and nearby uninhabited islands in order to find new sites.

This program is open to both divers and non-divers, as a lot of sites are in very shallow water and there is a terrestrial component to the expedition as well. To join as a snorkeler, you should be a good swimmer and be comfortable in the water. Because of the relatively easy dive conditions, for divers we only require a PADI Open Water Diver certification or equivalent certification from another training agency. Since we will be doing research underwater, there is a bit of task loading, which means you need to be comfortable in the water. The date of your last dive should be no more than a year before the start of the expedition. You are more than welcome to sign up for the program if you do not (yet) possess a dive certification. If you want to join the diving component,  you need to meet the requirements at the start of the program.

The expedition will comprise a 16-day program packed with adventure and exploration, for a total of approximately 100 hours of underwater and terrestrial fieldwork, lab work, training, workshops, and lectures.

This expedition is not for everyone, and we want to be honest about what you’ll be getting into. Salt Cay is a truly off the beaten path destination. Despite it being relatively close to the United States, it feels like the end of the earth. There are no shops or grocery stores on the island, so we will bring food with us from neighboring Grand Turk. Choices at the few restaurants are limited, so you can’t be a picky eater. It will be hot, humid, and sometimes uncomfortable. You need to be in good physical shape and be able to deal with the Caribbean summer heat. We will have internet connection, but it might not be very reliable. We don’t have a fixed schedule as several things are dependent on weather and other factors out of our control. This is the nature of an expedition.

Having said all of that, the island and its surrounding waters are absolutely stunning. There are beautiful white sandy beaches that you will have all to yourself. The water is clear and warm, and filled with life. The 60 or so people who live on Salt Cay are very friendly and will make you feel at home. Ending the day with a cold beer, watching the sun set over the deep blue Caribbean Sea is hard to beat. You’ll be part of a unique pioneering project, the first of its kind in the Turks Islands. We will survey uninhabited islets nearby, document submerged sites, and go to places where no researcher has ever been. It will be an experience of a lifetime.

Period(s) of Occupation: Colonial period, 17th-19th centuries

Notes:
Caribbean, underwater, archaeology, maritime, marine, shipwrecks

Project Size: 1-24 participants

Minimum Length of Stay for Volunteers: 16 days

Minimum Age: 18

Experience Required: No experience required. For diving activities, a minimum of PADI Open Water (or equivalent certification from a different organization)

Room and Board Arrangements:
The first night will be spent on Grand Turk in a hotel (twin share). On Salt Cay, accommodation (shared) will be at two houses close to the dive shop, one of which is across from the beach. We will have a fully equipped kitchen, living area, porch with sea view, wifi, tv, and reverse osmosis faucets. Food and drinks will be provided for the duration of the project. We will bring most of our food from neighboring Grand Turk as there are no grocery stores on Salt Cay. For dinners, we will be going out to the restaurants on the island. While choices on the island are limited, the food is excellent. You will quickly become addicted to the fresh, locally-caught seafood! The cost for the expedition is USD 5,350. This includes the following: – All food and drinks (based on 3 meals per day) – 14 nights shared accommodation on Salt Cay (private room on request) – 1 night shared accommodation on Grand Turk – All training, presentations, and workshops – All diving and snorkeling activities – Boat transfers between Grand Turk and Salt Cay – Boat transfers to nearby uninhabited islands

Contact Information:

Ruud Stelten

Road to English Quarter

Oranjestad

St. Eustatius

info@theshipwrecksurvey.com

Phone: 31642311256

Summer 2026 Maritime Archaeology Field School: Maritime Archaeology on Bonaire

Maritime Archaeology on Bonaire

The Dutch Caribbean island of Bonaire is best known as Divers Paradise. Its shallow surrounding waters are famous for the vibrant coral reefs that attract thousands of divers each year. Bonaire’s underwater archaeological heritage, however, is largely unexplored.

Bonaire played an important role in colonial-period history, as it was a supplier of large quantities of salt. Its salt pans were very productive and produced high-quality salt, which was used to preserve food before the invention of refrigerators. Remnants of this industry can be found all over the island, including the surrounding waters. Moreover, as low-lying Bonaire was a navigational hazard that could not easily be seen at night, many ships wrecked along its rocky shores. As a result, Bonaire’s waters are littered with shipwrecks, cannons, anchors, remains of old docks, ballast piles, and artifacts.

This field school aims to explore, study, and map archaeological remains in the waters surrounding the island. We will be documenting remains of shipwrecks, historic anchors and cannons, and remains of maritime infrastructure around the historic salt pans. Located in the Bonaire National Marine Park, these sites offer easy diving conditions and are home to a large variety of marine life, which makes for a fantastic research environment. Participants will have the opportunity to be part of this highly varied project, gaining hands-on experience in underwater archaeological research while being completely immersed in Caribbean history and archaeology.

In addition, we will start a survey of Bonaire’s uninhabited sister island Klein Bonaire. Located just offshore, Klein Bonaire’s waters have never been archaeologically surveyed. If weather conditions permit, we will also conduct a diving survey on the remote east coast of Bonaire. Numerous ships have wrecked on this rough coast over the centuries. Some areas are littered with remains of foundered ships, but much of this coastline remains unexplored. Diving here is a truly special experience.

The field school will comprise an 15-day program focused on exploring Bonaire’s waters and studying and documenting maritime archaeological remains. Participants will be completely immersed in Caribbean history and archaeology through various presentations, workshops, and site visits around the island. You will be actively involved in SCUBA diving surveys and archaeological documentation, and have some fun exploring the island as well. You will also have the opportunity to brush up on your diving skills at the start of the program through several in-water workshops. You are more than welcome to sign up for the program if you do not yet possess the required dive experience and certifications, as long as you meet the requirements at the start of the program. Bonaire is one of the best places in the world to do SCUBA training, so you can also opt to come to the island early for some dive training or fun dives.

The program includes the following components:

Underwater fieldwork

  • SCUBA diving surveys around Bonaire and Klein Bonaire
  • Underwater photography and videography
  • Photogrammetry (3D recording)
  • Site reporting
  • Recording cannons, anchors, and other artifacts
  • Recording shipwreck sites
  • Recording maritime infrastructure

Presentations and workshops

  • History and maritime archaeology of Bonaire
  • Underwater cultural heritage management
  • Underwater research methods
  • Underwater photography and photogrammetry for archaeologists
  • Diving skills for archaeologists

In the lab

  • Data processing
  • Photo and video editing
  • 3D modeling
  • Report writing

Tours and excursions

  • Island tour
  • Night dive
  • Washington-Slagbaai National Park tour

Dissemination of results

  • Public presentation to the people of Bonaire

Period(s) of Occupation: Colonial period (15th-19th centuries)

Project Size: 1-24 participants

Minimum Length of Stay for Volunteers: 15 days

Minimum Age: 18

Experience Required: PADI Open Water certification or equivalent

Room and Board Arrangements:
Accommodation will be at a resort or private villa, depending on availability. We will let you know as soon as we finalize the booking. Accommodation is on a twin share basis (private room available at a surcharge). Our accommodation will include airconditioned bedrooms, laundry facilities, a fully-equipped kitchen, wifi, and a pool. In the past we’ve stayed at the Grand Windsock Resort and Villa Aventura. We believe that good food is key to a successful and productive project. Food will be provided for the duration of the project. We will ensure the fridge is always stocked with a variety of foods for breakfast and lunch. For dinner we like to mix things up: we will visit several different restaurants throughout the program, and might organize a barbeque or get take-out once in a while. Restaurants on Bonaire serve a variety of foods, including delicious local seafood and local meat, Western cuisine such as burgers, pasta, and pizza, and delicious Asian food. Every restaurant we go to also has vegetarian options. The total course fee is USD 5,200. This includes 14 nights shared accommodation, food and drinks based on three meals per day, all training, presentations, and workshops, airport pick up and drop off, all transportation on island, excursions and park fees

Contact Information:

Ruud Stelten

info@theshipwrecksurvey.com

Phone: +31642311256

Summer 2026 Underwater Archaeology Field school: Bulgaria: Nessebar Underwater Archaeology (IFR)

Bulgaria: Nessebar Underwater Archaeology (IFR)

Make your summer an adventure unlike any other by taking a deep dive into history and contributing to the preservation of Bulgaria’s maritime heritage. Nestled on a picturesque peninsula, Nessebar boasts a rich history dating back thousands of years, with traces of its past visible both above and below the water’s surface.  This field school offers the opportunity to explore the depths of the Black Sea, mapping the ancient city of Mesambria, while actively engaging with the local community to preserve their cultural heritage. You’ll play a vital role in initiatives such as establishing an underwater museum of archaeology, collaborating with locals, diving centers, tourists, and archaeologists alike to showcase the submerged heritage and landscapes of Nessebar.

Field school highlights:

  • Contribute to our understanding of coastal landscape changes & human adaptation strategies to sea level fluctuations.
  • Develop professional skills in underwater archaeology, including reconnaissance surveys, excavations, mapping, photogrammetry, 3D modeling, and more.
  • Experience the charm of Nessebar & the beauty of the Bulgarian Black Sea Coast.

Period(s) of Occupation: Antiquity, Middle Ages

Project Size: 1-24 participants

Minimum Length of Stay for Volunteers: Students are expected to stay the full length of the program.

Minimum Age: 18

Experience Required: This program requires participants to have Open Water Diver Certification (any world-wide recognized training organization) and DAN diving insurance

Room and Board Arrangements:
Students will stay at the family hotel Emona Guest house in the Old Town Quarter of Nessebar. Rooms will have 2 or 3 beds with bathrooms with, TV, and air-conditioning. Cheap laundry service and free Wi-Fi is available. The distance from the hotel to the sites and the beach is approx. 200 / 400 m and it takes approx. 2 / 5 min to walk. Diving gear will be transported by a car. Meals. Breakfasts on workdays as well as the welcome and the farewell dinners are covered by the tuition fee. Students are responsible for their daily lunch and dinners and all meals on days off. Nessebar offers a variety of restaurants that can meet everyone’s preferences and dietary requirements – from fast food options to cozy gourmet restaurants. The average meal price (soup/salad, main dish and dessert) can cost between $10-$20. The project team will recommend restaurants for different preferences (cuisine, cost, dietary needs) and will arrange discounts for the students.

Academic Credit:
6 semester (9 quarter)

Contact Information:

Institute for Field Research

1855 Industrial Street, Unit 106

Los Angeles

CA

90021

United States

info@ifrglobal.org

Phone: 4242091173

Lecture: Maritime Archaeology and the African Diaspora: From Slave Ships to the Black Star Line

https://events.stanford.edu/event/oceans-department-faculty-search-seminar-justin-dunnavant

Traditional African diaspora archaeology has predominantly focused on terrestrial sites, exploring plantations, marronage, post-emancipation communities, and urban landscapes. However, recent advancements in maritime archaeology, coupled with the emergence of a new generation of researchers and groundbreaking discoveries, have significantly expanded the field’s scope. This presentation provides a comprehensive overview of the history and current state of African diaspora maritime archaeology, while also outlining future research directions. Drawing on my personal experiences excavating the Clotilda and ongoing efforts to locate the Black Star Line, I will highlight the significance of underwater archaeology in reconstructing the complex narratives of the African diaspora.

NC Office of State Archaeology: OSA Lab Collections Technician OSA60083688

https://nc.wd108.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/NC_Careers/job/Pitt-County-NC/OSA-Lab-Collections-Technician-OSA60083688_JR-106689

The Collections Technician stationed at the Office of State Archaeology Conservation Lab (formerly the Queen Anne’s Revenge Conservation Lab) is a critical position within the Office of State Archaeology (OSA) in supporting the lab’s mission to conserve NC’s archaeological collections. OSA bears primary responsibility for the protection and management of thousands of terrestrial and submerged archaeological sites in our state, including the famous Queen Anne’s Revenge (QAR) near Beaufort, NC, for which the lab was established in 2003. The Collections Technician facilitates effective and efficient work by maintaining both physical and digital collections, performing artifact documentation, ensuring compliance with mandated health and safety requirements, and coordinating public education and outreach initiatives. The Collections Technician is a member of the OSA Lab team in Greenville, NC, located at East Carolina University’s West Research Campus and reports to the Head Conservator.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assisting with managing the collections archive by performing object inventories and maintaining image and collections databases.
• Photographing and documenting artifacts before, during, and after treatment.
• Maintaining artifacts in appropriate environments, monitoring changes and adjusting conditions as needed.
• Coordinating outreach events, including tours, community events, and open houses, and assisting with managing the Queen Anne’s Revenge Project website and social media.
• Ensuring the lab’s compliance with DNCR and ECU health and safety requirements, by maintaining inventories of chemicals and supplies, performing regular safety inspections, and scheduling annual waste pickup.
• Supervising and training lab interns and volunteers.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $35,984.00 – $38,781

To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.

Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following are preferred:

  • Experience working with archaeological collections, particularly from submerged environments
  • Experience with object photography
  • Experience with lab safety procedures
  • Experience supervising interns and volunteers

Position/Physical Requirements

  • Must be able to work Monday – Friday 8am-5pm, with occasional weekend events (4-5 a year).
  • Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds often with or without accommodation.
  • Must be able to work in environmentally-controlled, indoor conditions but occasionally will be working in uncontrolled indoor conditions, and in outdoor conditions both on land and at sea.
  • Must be able to work occasionally with personal protective equipment as appropriate for noisy, dusty, or other chemical-related hazardous conditions.

This position is deemed eligible for hybrid telework under DNCR’s Telework Policy.

Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above. ​

This position is located at:

1157 VOA Site C Road

Greenville, NC 27834

Lecture: Underwater Archaeologist Ashley Lemke

https://calendar.uga.edu/event/lecture-underwater-archaeologist-ashley-lemke

Thursday, April 2, 2026 5:30pm

Ashley Lemke is an archaeologist and an associate professor of anthropology at the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee. Her visit is presented by the Georgia Museum of Natural History, the department of anthropology, the Laboratory of Archaeology, and the Archaeology Institute of America, in partnership with the Willson Center for Humanities and Arts. It is part of the 2026 UGA Humanities Festival and the Willson Center’s Global Georgia public events series.

Lemke received her Ph.D. in anthropology from the University of Michigan. An expert on submerged ancient sites, she has received grants from the National Science Foundation and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Her books include Anthropological Archaeology Underwater and The Architecture of Hunting. She has directed research projects in North America and below its waters, including in the Great Lakes and Atlantic Ocean. She has conducted archaeological research in Europe in Germany, Spain, Romania, and Serbia.

Lemke collaborates with computer scientists to explore applications of virtual worlds, artificial intelligence, and virtual reality for archaeological research and discovery. She previously taught at the University of Texas at Arlington, where she received the President’s Award for Excellence in Teaching, the Outstanding Teaching Award for Tenure Track Faculty, and was inducted into the Academy of Distinguished Teachers. Lemke is a past chair of the Advisory Council on Underwater Archaeology and Fellow of The Explorers Club.