Tag: artifact

Artifact Conservator

https://jobs.myflorida.com/job/TALLAHASSEE-DOS-LABORATORY-TECHNICIAN-IV-45000298-FL-32301/1271420200/

Requisition No: 848514 

Agency: Department of State

Working Title: DOS – LABORATORY TECHNICIAN IV – 45000298

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 45000298 

Salary:  $37,420.00 annually 

Posting Closing Date: 04/10/2025 

Total Compensation Estimator Tool

Department of State

Laboratory Technician IV

Division of Historical Resources

Bureau of Archaeological Research

Open Competitive

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Six (6) years of direct work experience in Anthropolgy, Musuem Studies, History or closely related field; OR a Bachelor’s degree in Anthropoloy, Museums Studies, History or closely related field and two (2) years experience working in a conservation laboratory; OR a Master’s degree in Anthropology, Museum Studies, History or closely related field. 
  • Knowledge of conservation techniques required for the treatment of archaeological objects
  • Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures

Preferences:

  • Knowledge of the archaeology of Florida or the Southeast region of the United States
  • Experience using collections management systems
  • Experience engaging with the public in a museum/collection setting

Special Note:

Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported in your employment history.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Bureau of Archaeological Research is responsible for the stewardship of archaeological resources on state-owned and managed lands and sovereignty submerged waters in Florida. The Collections and Conservation Section maintains the state’s archaeological collections, which consists of millions of objects representing over 14,000 years of Florida’s history. A successful applicant will assist with the conservation of an average of twenty-one objects a month, ranging from historic period ceramics, wooden canoes to large metal anchors. Responsibilities include:

  • Conserving marine and terrestrial archaeological objects, including metal, ceramic, and organic artifacts
  • Processing, organizing, and documenting archaeological objects, ensuring accurate record-keeping and database management within the Collections Management System
  • Collaborating with the conservation team to monitor facility and equipment maintenance, including procuring supplies, scheduling equipment inspections, and maintaining a clean and organized laboratory workspace
  • Participating in public outreach initiatives to promote the Collections and Conservation Section, including conducting laboratory tours and representing the Bureau at external events
  • Instructing and training conservation interns and volunteers with the Historic Conservator
  • Other duties as required

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • Basic archaeological conservation knowledge of marine and terrestrial objects, including documentation and photography
  • Knowledge of conservation materials, chemicals, safety procedures, and best practices
  • Ability to travel and work outdoors when required
  • Strong computer literacy focused on the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) 2016 or later, and Adobe Acrobat.
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds and climb ladders

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS: A Level 2 criminal background check is a condition of employment.  If selected for this position, you must provide your fingerprints.  We will send your fingerprints to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for a criminal background check.

IMPORTANT NOTICES:

We are committed to enhancing our workforce through the employment of Veterans, individuals with disabilities and seek qualified candidates with diverse backgrounds, abilities, skills, and talents to join our workforce.

Male applicants born on or after January 1, 1960, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: https://www.sss.gov

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. 

Staff Curator (Museum Management) in the Conservation Branch, Collections Division of US NAVAL HISTORY AND HERITAGE COMMAND

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/825129400

You will serve as a Staff Curator (Museum Management) in the Conservation Branch, Collections Division of NAVAL HISTORY AND HERITAGE COMMAND.

  • You will perform work conserving, preserving, storing, accounting for, shipping of historic properties in the Navy’s Heritage Asset collections.
  • You will interact with the NHHC Enterprise conservators, museum curators, and exhibit specialists to identify special concerns or needs to ensure conserved artifacts are displayed properly to avoid damage.
  • You will perform a variety of routine and special technical duties in connection with the conservation, physical maintenance, preservation, and inventory of the collections.
  • You will serve as a subject matter expert for organic and inorganic artifacts in the collection.
  • You will prepare reports, documenting the conditions of artifacts, treatment options, and methods of preservation/conservation.
  • You will use various methods to examine objects including non-destructive testing.
  • You will adhere to the professional Code of Ethics and Guidelines for Practice of the American Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works.
  • You will answer technical and general inquiries on historical properties in the collection undergoing conservation and preservation procedures.
  • You will participate in outreach and in tours of the laboratory.
  • You will prepare and deliver presentations and lectures on artifact conservation procedures

Conservator: QAR

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/northcarolina/jobs/4528645/qar-conservator

Primary Purpose of Position:
The QAR Conservator undertakes all aspects of the documentation, examination, conservation, analysis, and study of archaeological artifacts from time of recovery at an underwater site until official transfer of the objects to the North Carolina Maritime Museum.  The primary focus of this position will be on post-recovery conservation.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Artifact Conservation: Examination, analysis, treatment, recording and documentation of artifacts, of various classes, and materials (including metals, organics, and inorganic materials), through all stages of conservation using established professional and approved methods. Conservation undertaken may include, as appropriate for material and condition of artifact, wet storage, x-radiography, concretion break down, desalination (immersion, electrolytic reduction), solution monitoring, materials identification, stabilization, consolidation, repair and restoration. Assist in and contribute to project data analysis. Contribute to and undertake artifact and conservation research and treatment development.
  • Field Work (Conservation): On site conservation – contribute to the recording, documentation and conservation of finds during field planning, recovery, and post-recovery processing – insuring proper inventory, field storage, and transportation of artifacts between site and storage and conservation facility. Participate in and contribute expertise to conservation of artifacts at site. Following completion of fieldwork at the site time for field work function will be transferred to Artifact Conservation function.
  • Public Education and Outreach: Participate in public outreach activities such as laboratory tours, public presentations, media interviews, show and tell events at other venues. Prepare articles and papers for publication and professional conferences. Supervise and train temporary employees, interns and volunteers. 
  • Laboratory Management and Administration: Undertake maintenance and operation of conservation laboratory facilities and equipment in compliance with DNCR and East Carolina University (ECU) environmental and health & safety requirements. 
  • Professional Development: Continue professional development through training, attending workshops, conferences, keeping up to date with professional literature, and appropriate memberships of professional organizations.