Are you interested in a career where you have the opportunity to work with a pro-active, dedicated team of preservationists, historians, and archaeologists? If so, consider joining the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), Preservation Support Division as the Pennsylvania Archaeological Site Survey (PASS) Coordinator.

This position allows you to utilize your experience as you oversee the Pennsylvania Archaeological Site Survey program (PASS). Our goal is to maintain the integrity of archaeological sites and survey information in the SHPO data management system (PA-SHARE) in order to assist the SHPO, other agencies, and the public in evaluating the archaeological resources within the Commonwealth.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity! PA SHPO can now work from home except for days when you’ll be out visiting Pennsylvania’s historic places and one day a month in the office with your colleagues in Harrisburg.

Apply today through 4/25/25 to help us maintain records pertaining to archaeological historic properties through public outreach and archaeological surveys!

Description of Work

As the Pennsylvania Archaeological Site Survey Coordinator, you will be responsible for developing, processing, and managing records pertaining to archaeological historic properties. This includes public outreach and the promotion and facilitation of new archaeological surveys and site recordation, research, and evaluation, with the goal of maintaining the integrity of archaeological site and survey information in the SHPO data management system (PA-SHARE). You will have the opportunity to provide information and assistance to citizens and agencies involved in the identification and survey of archaeological resources. Additional responsibilities include:

  • Providing training and support on recordation techniques of sites, surveys, and projects
  • Developing and providing public information about cultural resources
  • Planning and conducting projects to analyze legacy data
  • Evaluating requests for permits to conduct archaeological investigation on state owned land
  • Designing and producing publication-quality maps and other visual products

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the job posting and position description.

Qualifications

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements
  • Two or more years of experience working on an architectural survey, an architectural restoration and preservation project or program, and a bachelor’s degree in architectural history, American history, art history or course work in Pennsylvania history; or
  • Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
Additional Requirements
  • This job is headquartered in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. You must be willing and able to work in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, when necessary.
  • You must meet or exceed the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualification Standards.
  • You must have completed coursework in Pennsylvania history and/or archaeology.
  • You must possess at least 6 months or more experience in archaeological survey and related field work.
  • You must possess at least 6 months or more experience advising and assisting state and/or federal agencies, organizations, Tribes, and/or individuals with the consideration of archaeological properties.
  • You must possess at least 6 months or more experience working with Geographic Information Systems.
  • You must possess at least 6 months or more of experience using MS Office products and data management systems, preferably PA-SHARE and/or Surveyor/Survey 123.
  • You must possess at least 6 months or more demonstrable experience in the processes of the National Register of Historic Places and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act.
  • You must have experience presenting research at conferences and/or to the public on at least one occasion.
  • You must possess experience with software programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, or ArcGIS.
  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Preferred Qualifications (not required)
  • Experience working with a team of individuals and independently
  • Experience interpreting and applying National Park Service guidance with regards to the evaluation of archaeological properties for eligibility for listing in the National Register of Historic Places
  • Current knowledge of archaeology technologies and understanding of how technology relates to SHPO work
  • Experience working with the public and/or volunteers to conduct research projects or training
  • Experience using technology and software applications to manage historic resource data, workflows, and workload, including Esri HUB and ArcGIS
  • Experience in customer service, public outreach and education
  • Experience or expertise in data management, records management, public communication, project planning or review, archaeological or historic resource recordation and/or evaluation, applying National Register criteria/determining the historical significance of properties, research, writing, teaching, and/or interpretation related to historic preservation, public education and developing training programs and materials, applying the Secretary of the Interior’s standards
  • Experience in developing and implementing public outreach programs, conducting preservation education, and public speaking

The commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

Work Schedule and Additional Information

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

  • Full-time employment
  • Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
  • Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, with the exception of site visits/field work, and one (1) day a month in the office in Harrisburg. Specific days will be determined accord to bureau needs. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
  • Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
  • You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

How to Apply

  • Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
  • If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
  • Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
  • Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

Apply by 4/25/2025 11:59 PM EST. All applications must be filed online at http://www.employment.pa.gov.

For complete position description, salary, and benefits information, check the job posting.

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