ARCHEOLOGIST II4012E1 Pay Grade: 24 DEFINITION OF WORK Summary This is advanced specialized, professional work in the field of archeology. Work includes directing a program of public education in the field of archeology; conducting and evaluating field surveys and excavations; collecting, classifying, and curating artifacts; and preparing written reports. 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 D: Work is of a diversified nature that usually involves multiple unrelated steps. Analytical thought is necessary for dealing with complex data and situations. Work often involves a variety of unrelated processes and may require planning or carrying out a sequence of actions or both. Several alternatives usually exist at this level for approaching problems or situations. Workers at this level exercise a considerable amount of independent judgment. Work is controlled by occasional review and by reporting to or consultation with supervisors or superiors. When guidelines exist at this level, they are usually broadly defined or technical requiring careful analysis and interpretation. Consequence of Actions or Decisions - LEVEL D: Consequences of actions or decisions at this level are significant as the work may be rarely if ever reviewed, making errors difficult to detect. Errors may cause major program failure or a high degree of confusion. Injuries to others due to errors are serious or incapacitating or both and costs due to errors are substantial. Contacts - LEVEL B: The purpose of the contact is to plan, coordinate and advise on work efforts, interpret guidelines or instructions, elicit opinions or give guidance on the basis of facts to resolve common issues or problems when the information is not sensitive in nature or the individuals or groups are working toward mutual goals and have basically cooperative attitudes. Well developed communication skills are required. 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 D: Involves administrative supervision responsibility. As a "first line supervisor", the primary responsibility involves scheduling, supervising and evaluating employees who perform the same or similar work. Responsible for recommending hiring and disciplinary actions to a higher level of authority. As a "project manager" may direct the activities of project leaders to develop plans and criteria and to evaluate progress and results for one or more projects. Distinguishing Features Differs from Archeologist I class in which incumbents perform less complex professional work in the field of archeology such as making recommendations to higher level professionals regarding survey and excavation activities. Differs from Archeologist II class in which the incumbents perform administrative work in directing the state's archeological programs for research and conservation. EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED Directs a program of public education in the field of archeology; speaks to schools, civic and professional organizations to discuss archeology and anthropology in Kansas. Plans, organizes, and directs archeological investigations which includes interviewing, selecting, and supervising field crew members; instructs amateur archeologists, assigns tasks, reviews results, resolves problems, preserves findings, makes observations, records data, and prepares reports of activities. Plans and directs a major program for archeological services. Classifies, interprets, and cares for ethnological and archeological materials; contributes to the formulation and development of exhibits dealing with the early people of Kansas. Locates maps and classifies archeological sites. Reviews construction projects for adverse effects on known or potential archeological sites; assesses significance of site and conducts cost appraisals of investigations. Performs specialized studies and research in historic archeology, paleobotany, paleozoology, lithic analysis, or human skeletal analysis. Collects, analyzes, photographs, and classifies artifacts for archeological data; presents findings, descriptions, and conclusions in a summary report of the excavation or survey activities. May plan, direct, and review the operation of an archeology department in the absence of the department head. May supervise subordinate staff. Coordinates, performs, and oversees, within the agency, external agencies, and consultants, all historic and pre-historic archeological investigations conducted in response to the Kansas State highway program. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS Knowledge *Knowledge of the principles and practices of archeological research and investigations. Knowledge of the archeological exploration and cultural history of Kansas. *Knowledge of proper laboratory procedures, curation practices, and specimen conservation techniques. *Knowledge of basic surveying and topographical mapping. Knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision. Abilities *Ability to supervise the work of others. *Ability to analyze archeological data and materials and write comprehensive reports. *Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing. *Necessary at Entry MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Master's degree in archeology, anthropology, or closely related field and two years 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 |