ARCHEOLOGIST I4010E1 Pay Grade: 22 DEFINITION OF WORK Summary This is specialized, professional work in the field of archeology. Work involves conducting field surveys, excavations, laboratory processing, and preparing technical reports, manuscripts, and public information programs. Work requires evaluating archeological findings. Standard Classification Factors Supervision Received - LEVEL C: "Under direction…" Employees at this level usually receive a general outline of the work to be performed and are generally free to develop their own sequences and methods within the scope of established policies. New, unusual, or complex work situations are almost always referred to a superior for advice. Work is periodically checked for progress and conformance to established policies and requirements. Difficulty - LEVEL B: Average… Where the employee is confronted with a variety of duties susceptible to different methods of solution which, in turn, places a correspondingly higher demand upon resourcefulness and concentration. Positions which require the analysis and evaluation of raw data and the rendering of conclusions would, in many instances, fall into this category. Complexity - LEVEL C: Work is of a standardized nature that may involve a variety of duties. Analytical thought becomes more important at this level due to increased data and changing situations. Tasks usually have several steps, some of which may not be directly related. Alternatives may exist for processes or methods to be used in solving problems. Workers at this level exercise a moderate amount of independent judgment. Work is controlled by routine review and reporting to or consultation with supervisors. When guidelines exist at this level, they tend to be more complicated or technical in nature requiring careful interpretation. Consequence of Actions or Decisions - LEVEL C: Consequences of actions or decisions at this level are limited in scope and effect as the work is reviewed occasionally. Errors may cause moderate inefficiency. Costs due to errors may be significant. Contacts - LEVEL D: The purpose of the contact is to justify, defend, negotiate, persuade or interrogate to settle matters, maintain good will, gain cooperation or reach compromises when the information is controversial or the individuals or groups have strong differences of opinions or diverse viewpoints. Extensive use of communication techniques and well developed communication skills are required for dealing with others. Physical Demands - LEVEL C: The work requires moderate physical exertion. Environmental Conditions - LEVEL B: The work environment involves moderate hazards, risks or discomforts. Exposure to minor deviations from pleasant environmental conditions is normal. Minor to serious injuries are possible. Supervision/Leadership - LEVEL A: No supervisory or leadership responsibility; may explain work instructions or assist in training others. Distinguishing Features Differs from Archeologist II class in which incumbents complete professional archeology work in directing an archeology program or conducting and evaluating field surveys and excavations. EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED Makes field surveys, identifies and observes features, appraises importance of site, estimates project costs, and writes appraisal reports. Plans and organizes the work for archeological excavations such as assigning tasks, reviewing results, resolving problems encountered, preserving findings, making observations, and recording data. Confers with and makes recommendations to a professional superior concerning selection of crew or staff members, equipment to be purchased, area and nature of surveys and excavations to be undertaken, and costs of projects. Analyzes and classifies artifacts and prepares maps, figures, tables, and plates for technical reports and/or publications for the professional community, students, and general public. Supervises specialized laboratory processing of specimens; carries out artifact conservation and reconstruction procedures; and curates collection. Conserves ethnographic and archeological specimens. Participates in public service activities by presenting programs to interested groups and may instruct at amateur training seminars. Oversees temporary field crews engaged in scientific excavations or laboratory personnel during processing and analysis. Participates in the evaluation of all historic and pre-historic archeological reviews conducted in response to the Kansas State highway program. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS Knowledge Knowledge of the principles and techniques of supervision. *Knowledge of the methods and theories of archeological research. *Knowledge of elementary surveying and topographic mapping. *Knowledge of proper laboratory procedures, curation practices, and specimen conservation techniques. Knowledge of Plains archeology. Abilities *Ability to plan, organize, and supervise the work of an archeological field party or laboratory. *Ability to analyze archeological data and materials and write archeological reports. *Ability to prepare costs estimates and operate within budget limits. *Ability to meet prescribed deadlines for completion of assigned projects. *Ability to supervise. *Necessary at Entry MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Master's degree in archeology, anthropology, or closely related field and one year work experience in archeological field research, administration or management. Additional experience in the areas listed above may be substituted for the required education as determined relevant by the agency. NC: 06/94 |