Underwater Archaeology and Maritime History jobs

University of Rhode Island 2015 Maritime Archaeology Field School in Bermuda. Open to everybody, check it out, sign up now.

Education and Outreach Intern
Overview:
The Michigan Maritime Museum is seeking an intern interested in education and outreach initiatives at the museum campus in South Haven Michigan. This is a unique opportunity to work with a small non-profit museum with a focus in education. Candidates should have an interest in event development, have strong organizational skills, and be comfortable working with the public in both organized and informal situations. Education interns will interact with the public on a daily basis and should be able to inspire excitement and interest in Michigan maritime history and the facilities and exhibits on the Museum campus. Education interns must be able to perform the below responsibilities alongside museum staff and will report directly to the Director of Education and Administration. The internship will provide an introduction to standard museum practice and provide a hands-on experience in museum work.
Responsibilities:
Assist/facilitate Museum with the education programs at the Museum
Assist with special events (promotion, facilitation, volunteer organization, etc.)
Conduct group tours of the Museum campus
Conduct public presentations to community organizations
Assist with volunteer coordination and scheduling
Design media for events and programs
Work with the Museum’s social media
General duties assigned by Museum staff
Qualifications:
Must have at least a 3.0GPA to be considered
Strong writing and verbal communication skills
Public speaking skills
Familiarity with social media (i.e. Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, blogs)
Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite (preferred)

Timeframe/Schedule:
Summer 2015, 6-weeks, flexible hours
Location:
Michigan Maritime Museum
260 Dyckman Avenue
South Haven, MI 49090
Compensation:
This is an unpaid internship. College credit may be available through your academic institution.
Application: For application submissions or for information/questions, email your cover letter and resume to volunteer@michiganmaritimemuseum.org.

Marketing/Design
Overview:
The Michigan Maritime Museum is seeking an intern interested in marketing and design. Interns will have the opportunity to be exposed to a variety of museum marketing efforts including visitor profile research, media campaigns, print media, media relations, and the creative process. Marketing/Design interns must be able to perform the below responsibilities alongside museum staff and will report directly to the Director of Education and Administration. Marketing/Design interns will be given several short-term projects that will enhance their understanding and development in the field of marketing, public relations, and non-profit museum management.
Responsibilities:
Develop a visitor profile study including online and social media
Development of a promotion plan for the Museum
Assist with media relations
Assist in existing marketing efforts for events/programming
Design graphics for use in marketing museum and events
Work with the Museum’s social media
General duties assigned by Museum staff
Qualifications:
Must have at least a 3.0GPA to be considered
Marketing/Design education background
Strong social media skills
Some training in graphic design
Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite
Strong writing and verbal communication skills
Public speaking skills
Timeframe/Schedule:
Summer 2015, 6-weeks, flexible hours
Location:
Michigan Maritime Museum
260 Dyckman Avenue
South Haven, MI 49090
Compensation:
This is an unpaid internship. College credit may be available through your academic institution.
Application: For application submissions or for information/questions, email your cover letter and resume to volunteer@michiganmaritimemuseum.org.

Archives and Collections Intern
Overview:
The Michigan Maritime Museum is seeking an intern interested in archives and collections at the Marialyce Canonie Great Lakes Research Library in South Haven Michigan. This is an exceptional opportunity to work in the only library and archive in the state that is dedicated to the entire scope of Michigan maritime history. Archive interns will interact with researchers and the public and should assist in maintaining the library and collections’ reputation for research. Candidates should be interested in the long-term preservation of collections, able to work independently, and have strong organizational skills. Archive Interns must be able to perform the responsibilities listed below alongside museum staff/volunteers and will report directly to the Director of Education and Administration. This internship will provide an introduction to museum and archival practice and will provide hands-on experience in collections.
Responsibilities:
Assist with and encourage research requests
Create/improve finding aids for collections
Catalogue new additions to the Library and reconcile with digital databases (Past Perfect Program/Library World)
Assist with volunteer schedule and training
Organizing/cleaning collections to a useable state and daily maintenance
Digitize parts of collection
General duties assigned by Museum staff
Qualifications:
Must have at least a 3.0 GPA to be considered
Archival/ Museum Studies or related educational background
Some knowledge of standard museum archival policies
Research abilities
Familiarity with photocopying and scanning
Familiarity with Library of Congress cataloging system
Strong writing and verbal communication skills
Timeframe/Schedule:
Summer 2015, 6-weeks, flexible hours
Fall 2015, 6-weeks, flexible hours
Location:
Marialyce Canonie Great Lakes Research Library
91 Michigan Avenue
South Haven, MI 49090
Compensation:
This is an unpaid internship. College credit may be available through your academic institution.
Application:For application submissions or for information/questions, email your cover letter and resume to volunteer@michigianmaritimemuseum.org

Padnos Boatshed Intern
Overview:
The Michigan Maritime Museum is seeking an intern interested in working in our Padnos boatshed located on the scenic Black River in South Haven. This is an exciting opportunity to work with the repair and maintenance of historic and classic wooden vessels as well as interact with the public to promote and convey traditional boatbuilding practices. Candidates should have a strong interest in woodworking and vessel design/repair. Boatshed Interns will work alongside museum staff and volunteers and interact with the public on a daily basis. Therefore, candidates must have solid communication skills and be able to instill interest and excitement for the topics they will be discussing. Boatshed interns will also be responsible for various projects in and around the Museum that will include exhibit maintenance/construction, providing dockhand support when needed, and a variety of daily tasks laid forth by Museum staff. The Boatshed intern will report directly the Director of Education and Administration and will be overseen by the Padnos Boatshed Director. This internship will proved an introduction into traditional watercraft building and management at a small non-profit located at a picturesque shop on the water’s edge.
Responsibilities:
Painting and Varnishing
Exhibit Maintenance and Repair
Small Boat Repairs and Maintenance
Hand and Power Sanding
Assisting In Boat Building Classes
Handling Dock Lines
Interacting With Museum Customers
Assisting With Boat Shed Projects
General duties assigned by Museum staff
Qualifications:
Must have at least a 3.0GPA to be considered
Must have some experience with woodworking
Introductory experience with shop tools
Strong verbal communication skills
Timeframe/Schedule:
Summer 2015, 6-weeks, flexible hours
Location:
Michigan Maritime Museum
260 Dyckman Avenue
South Haven, MI 49090
Compensation:
This is an unpaid internship. College credit may be available through your academic institution.
Application: For application submissions or for information/questions, email your cover letter and resume to volunteer@michiganmaritimemuseum.org.

Ship Positions Available

Deckhand: Friends Good Will is looking for deckhands for the 2015 sailing season. Duties include sailing Friends Good Will for education sails, public day sails, and private charters, vessel maintenance, and short shifts in the museum gift shop. Pay is hourly and depends on experience. This is not a liveaboard position. The season runs from May-September.

Senior Deckhand/ Relief Captain: Friends Good Will is looking for a Senior Deckhand/ Relief Captain for the 2015 sailing season. Duties include sailing as Senior Deckhand for public sails, vessel maintenance, occasional short shifts in the museum gift shop, and serving as Relief Captain for two days a week during the mid-summer. Requires a 100 Ton Great Lakes Master. Must have previous leadership experience as a mate or watch leader on similar size vessels. Pay is hourly and depends on experience. This is not a liveaboard position. The season runs from May-September.

Shipboard Education Coordinator/Deckhand: Friends Good Will is seeking a Shipboard Education Coordinator/Deckhand for the 2015 sailing season. Duties include working with the Captain and Museum Director of Education to coordinate shipboard education programs and volunteer educators/crew, coordinating children’s themed sails during the summer months, and performing regular deckhand duties as assigned by the captain. Previous shipboard or outdoor education experience is required. Pay is hourly and depends on experience. This is not a liveaboard position. The season runs from May-September.

Please email Captain Corey Young at captain@michiganmaritimemuseum.org for more information on applying.

This position is located at the United States Naval Academy Museum, located in Annapolis, MD. The purpose of the U.S. Naval Academy Museum is to protect, preserve, and present the material history of the United States Naval Academy which creates an image of a National Center of Excellence. This position serves as the registrar and collections manager and will assist higher level museum staff with the care and management of art, artifacts, books, prints, photographs, and two-dimensional materials in the museum’s collections that contribute to an understanding and appreciation of the naval history of the Naval Academy. This position will be filled at either the GS-07 or GS-09 level with a full performance level of GS-09.

Closes March 20.

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson (JMT) is seeking a part-time Maritime Archaeologist with a minimum of 5 years of direct archaeological experience for our Sparks, Maryland office. This position is project specific with the potential for additional work that could lead to a full-time position.

The successful candidate will be part of an interdisciplinary team comprised of archaeologists, architectural historians, historians, environmental scientists, engineers and planners focused on existing client support, new business development, and internal staff mentoring. The preferred candidate will enjoy a variety of working conditions ranging from field efforts to office analysis, report writing and agency interactions.

A Master’s Degree in Archaeology from an accredited school along with a minimum of five years of relevant experience. A degree is Maritime Archaeology is preferred. The selected candidate will have demonstrated experience leading all phases of Maritime Archaeological Investigations. A demonstrated ability to interact effectively with clients is required for this position.

Additional requirements include:

• Experience working with federal regulations including Section 106 and NEPA
• Experience with the Maryland Maritime Archaeology Program (MMAP)
• Experience working with various federal agencies
• Experience with Microsoft Office, GIS, and GPS applications
• Experience with remote sensing techniques such as side scan sonar, echo sounders, magnetometers, etc…

The Exhibits Designer designs, produces, installs, and maintains exhibitions for the North Carolina Maritime Museum System: NC Maritime Museum, Beaufort, NC Maritime Museum Southport, and Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum, Hatteras. This position, in collaboration with the other members of the Design Section, designs, develops, and produces all aspects of museum exhibition design including graphics, photography, casework, lighting, artifact handling, along with “hands on” exhibit elements. The position will be involved with the Museum’s traveling exhibit programs and support for the various Museum System’s public programs.

Closes March 20, apply today.

Science Communication Specialist & Media Producer

STEM Education Specialist/Coordinator

Both jobs close March 20, apply today for the 2015 field season!

The project seeks to increase the communication, visibility, accountability and collaboration between partners surrounding the international Maritime Program of the Cultural Heritage Agency by making the projects visible online through Really Simple Reporting (RSR). Through an attractive, well-designed and lively online portfolio of projects, RSR will provide the RCE and their partners with an effective and simple tool that effectively and instantly communicates about the progress, impact and added value of its maritime projects.

Executive Director, Williams-Mystic Maritime Studies Program, closes April 1, apply today.

1) Great Lakes Naval Museum 2015 Internships

 

2) Watercraft Manager, NC Maritime Museum, closes March 9

This position is the Watercraft Center Manager at the N.C. Maritime Museum in Beaufort, N.C. in its Harvey W. Smith Watercraft Center. Responsibilities include overseeing the watercraft center’s physical plant; maintaining and replenishing shop equipment and materials; supervising day-to-day activities in the watercraft center in cooperation with the boatbuilder; overseeing the physical condition of the museum’s in-the-water fleet of traditional watercraft; support related museum groups such as the Traditional Small Craft Association & the Carolina Maritime Model Society. Work schedule will vary to meet programming needs & may include weekends & holiday hours.

 

3) Alan Pearsall Postdoc Fellowship in Naval and Maritime History, closes April 11

The Alan Pearsall Fellowship, administered by the Institute, is awarded for postdoctoral research into any aspect of Naval or Maritime History, anywhere in the world, from the fall of the Roman Empire in the West to the present day. The stipend for this award will be £22,784 for the 2015–16 session.

 

4) Museum Educator, USS Constitution

Educators at the USS Constitution Museum work in a highly visible position that is essential to fulfilling the Museum’s mission of creating a positive, memorable experience where visitors can learn and connect to history. This seasonal part-time position is responsible for welcoming and providing exceptional customer service to our visitors; facilitating a range of hands-on interpretive programs for different audiences, including families and Pre K-12th grade students; and encouraging visitors to voluntarily donate to the Museum. As a part of the Museum Learning department, you will be trained in interpretation techniques, customer service, and USS Constitution’s history. Ideal candidates possess strong customer service, organizational, oral and written communication skills; a mature and outgoing personality; and an enjoyment for interacting with members of the public. Previous employment or volunteer experience in museum education/interpretation or customer service positions is preferred. One weekend day is required.

Interested individuals should send a cover letter and resume to jzanolli@ussconstitutionmuseum.org. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted. EOE.

St. Augustine Lighthouse Archaeological Maritime Program 2015 Underwater Archaeology Field School applications are open.

The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) Alaska Region has responsibility for evaluating, leasing, and managing marine mineral resources and related operations on the Alaska Outer Continental Shelf (OCS).

The incumbent serves as the Socio-Cultural Specialist in EAS-I and functions as an Alaska Region technical analyst for issues and impact analyses on subsistence activities, cultural systems, environmental justices, and historic and prehistoric archaeological resources.

Closes March 10.

 

Expanding its reputation as the leader in Nautical Archaeology education in the Great Lakes, Northwestern Michigan College will host a Nautical Archaeology Society 2015 International Field School.

This two week event will be held on the main campus between July 12th and July 26th. . It will consist of taught courses and the supervised archaeological survey of a historic shipwreck in Northport, Grand Traverse Bay and an early Archaic site on the shore of an inland lake. This is a unique opportunity for anyone interested in underwater archaeology to train with NAS instructors and students from around the world.

Week one consists of an introduction to foreshore and underwater archaeology and the supervised survey of either a dry-land or underwater archaeological site. The second week consists of a series of day-long specialty courses covering topics such as: archaeological surveying, artifact typology, ship and boat construction, flint knapping, Native American settlement in northwest Michigan, documentary research, underwater archaeological surveying and archaeological illustration. These courses are open to anyone interested and no previous experience is necessary.

For more details please visit: http://www.nasnmc.com

Dr. Mark W. Holley
111 E. Front Street
Ovid, MI 48866
989-307-9651
mholley@nmc.edu

The Naval History and Heritage Command, Department of the Navy, is offering the following competitive incentives to pursue original work in the history of the United States Navy for the academic year 2015-2016.

The Rear Admiral John D. Hayes Pre-doctoral Fellowship in U. S. Naval History.
The fellowship includes a stipend of $10,000 for the fellowship year (September 2015- June 2016) plus a travel grant for travel twice to the command’s Washington, D.C., headquarters. Applicants must be citizens of the United States, not on active duty in the armed forces; be enrolled in a recognized graduate school; have completed requirements for the Ph.D. except the dissertation by June 30, 2015; and have an approved dissertation topic in the field of U.S. naval history.

The Rear Admiral Ernest M. Eller Graduate Research Grant.
The grant of up to $2,500 is intended to assist a graduate student in the research and writing of U.S. naval history in fulfillment of the requirements of a master’s or doctoral degree by helping to defray the costs of travel, living expenses, and document duplication related to the research process for a master’s thesis or doctoral dissertation. Applicants must be citizens of the United States enrolled in a master’s or doctoral degree program in history or a closely related field in a recognized graduate school.

The Vice Admiral Edwin B. Hooper Research Grant.
The grant of up to $2,500 is intended to assist a scholar in the research or writing of a book or article by helping to defray the costs of travel, living expenses, and document duplication, related to the research process. Proposals that have high promise of filling gaps in the literature of U.S. naval history that the Naval History and Heritage Command has identified as of higher interest are eligible for consideration. The command’s list of priority subjects in U.S. naval history is posted on the command’s website, http://www.history.navy.mil, and is regularly updated. Applicants must be citizens of the United States and hold a Ph.D. degree from an accredited university, awarded no later than March 31, 2015, or equivalent attainment as a published author.

The Samuel Eliot Morison Naval History Scholarship.
The scholarship provides a $5,000 cash award to one active duty commissioned officer of the U.S. Navy or U.S. Marine Corps with demonstrated leadership potential and high academic qualifications who is already pursuing graduate study in history, international relations, or a related field. The award is to help pay for expenses related to research, travel, and the purchase of books or other educational materials.

Closing Date for Applications: April 30, 2015 Announcement of Awards: in May 2015

For details and application forms, visit http://www.history.navy.mil/get-involved/grants-and- fellowships.html.

Send application materials either in hard copy to Naval History & Heritage Command, Senior Historian, 805 Kidder Breese St., SE, Washington Navy Yard, DC 20374-5060, or as pdf by email to michael.crawford@navy.mil.

The United States Naval Institute, a non-profit publisher in Annapolis, MD, seeks permanent, full-time Senior Acquisitions Editor. The incumbent is a key contributor to the success of the Press, helping it to grow and develop its current strengths (e.g., naval history & biography; national security, broadly defined) by acquiring and developing new saleable content, building new strengths in emerging and under served fields that are relevant to the mission of the US Naval Institute, and participating in USNI wide digital publishing and web initiatives.

Manages books series, including the Association of the US Army; New Perspectives on Maritime History and Nautical Archaeology; and Library of Naval Biography

Apply today.

Title:	Underwater Archaeology Services for Historic Scotland
Published by:	Historic Scotland
Publication Date:	30/01/2015
Application Deadline:
Deadline Date:	11/03/2015
Deadline Time:	12:00
Notice Type:	Contract Notice
Has Documents:	Yes
Abstract:	In order to provide for the investigation, recording, conservation, protection and promotion of significant underwater heritage assets, including those most at risk through neglect, decay or other threats in freshwater locations and in subtidal environments within UK territorial waters adjacent to Scotland, Historic Scotland is seeking to procure a service which covers the following requirements; – Undertake specific surveys with other partner bodies; – Carry out field assessments; – Monitor designated assets & undertake remedial action; – Maintain and deliver an archive of primary data along with reports CPV: 73000000, 71351914, 79961320, 71351924, 92520000, 71351720, 71351811.

1) Museum Specialist, Submarine Force Museum, closes 9 February

This position is located in the Submarine Force Museum, as an official Department of the Navy Museum under the responsibility of the Naval History and Heritage Command (NHHC).  The Submarine Force Museum’s mission is to select, collect, preserve, and interpret an historical collection that educates an international audience about the history of the United States Submarine Force from inception in 1900 to the present.

2) Curator of Archaeology, State of Delaware, closes 18 February, you will be responsible for the HMS De Braak. Knowledge of prehistoric, historic or maritime material culture from the Mid-Atlantic region.

Ocean Exploration Trust multiple job openings, take a look.

In 2015 Youth Diving With a Purpose (YDWP) underwater archaeology program will conduct its third training session from Saturday, July 17 through Sunday, July 25 2015. YDWP III will be a rewarding experience for the youth participants.

Upon completion of the course, each participant willhave achieved the basic requirements for underwater archaeology and receive a YDWP certificate and a PADI certification card verifying your accomplishment.

Two scholarships will be awarded to eligible participants that complete the scholarship requirements. These scholarships are
dedicated to the memory of the late Charles R. Anderson, the younger brother of YDWP Lead Instructor Kamau Sadiki.
Charles was a dedicated student of zoology, both terrestrial and marine life. His fascinations of biology at an early age
lead him to study zoology at Howard University. He worked in animal research at the National Institute of Health until
his early death in 2002.

The Charles R. Anderson YDWP Scholarship will cover all expenses associated with YDWP III. This includes
registration fee, airfare, transportation, housing and meals. Two Charles R. Anderson YDWP scholarships will be
awarded to eligible applicants as determined by the DWP Executive Board.

These scholarships are for new YDWP applicants only. Returning YDWP’ers are not eligible to apply.

Honor Frost Foundation Masters and/or Doctoral Awards in Maritime Archaeology at the Faculty of Humanities, University of Southampton

Applications are invited for a fully-funded studentship from the Honor Frost Foundation. The Foundation’s mission is to promote the advancement and research, including publication, of maritime archaeology with particular focus on the eastern Mediterranean. The Foundation is keen to support educational opportunities for students from the primary regions where Honor worked and is supporting a scholarship in Maritime Archaeology for students from Cyprus, Lebanon and Syria to attend the University of Southampton in September 2015.

http://www.honorfrostfoundation.org/

The scholarship is primarily for study at MA/MSc level with the possibility of further funding for PhD, but may also be offered at PhD level if there are suitable candidates. This award is only available to students from Cyprus, Lebanon and Syria.

Students will be registered at the University of Southampton and supervised by experts in the field of Maritime Archaeology.