Survey Research Assistant - Society/Survey Liaison

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Closing Date:

08/07/2025

Type of Position:

Researchers

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

RegularDay Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

Arkansas Archeological Survey

The Arkansas Archeological Survey (AAS) is a unit of the University of Arkansas System. Our mission is to study and protect archeological sites in Arkansas, to preserve and manage information and collections from those sites, and to communicate what we learn to the people of Arkansas. Cooperative agreements with seven state university campuses, two state parks, and the UA System's Winthrop Rockefeller Institute enable scholars at ten research stations around the state to carry out this mission. The Survey has been a model for statewide archeological programs in the United States and around the world. AAS web home page: http://archeology.uark.edu

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Department:

Archeological Surveyhttps://archeology.uark.edu/

Summary of Job Duties:

The Society/Survey Liaison is responsible for coordination of public archeology activities between the Arkansas Archeological Survey and the avocational Arkansas Archeological Society. These responsibilities include communications, liaison with Survey research stations and local avocational archeologists, engagement with and outreach to the statewide Society Executive Board, local Society chapters around the state, and the Society-based Board of Advisors. Additionally, the Liaison leads coordination of the annual events jointly organized between the Survey, the Society, and external organizations, and co-administers the Arkansas Site Stewardship Program with the State Archeologist and Site Stewardship Committee Chair. The Society/Survey Liaison also maintains Society mailings, records, and archival materials at the Survey Coordinating Office.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.A./B.S. degree from an accredited institution of higher education

• Experience with avocational archeological, citizen science, and/or volunteer organizations

• Experience planning events

• Experience managing social media and creating digital newsletters

• Valid Driver’s License and ability to travel, including several weeks during the Annual Training Program

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience maintaining databases and WordPress editing

• Experience working with Arkansas Archeological Society or similar programs

• Planning events for over 50 people

• Familiarity with negotiating and executing contracts for organizations

• Experience creating schedules and timelines for events

• Nonprofit management experience

• Archeological field and/or laboratory experience

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills (KSAs):

• General knowledge of archeological methods, practices, and stewardship or an interest in learning

• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

• Skill in using social media platforms, digital editing, layout, publication software and/or digital newsletter platforms

• Ability to work in a collaborative framework with professional staff and external (avocational and general public) stakeholders

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

$41,000

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Dr. Mel Zabecki, State Archeologist, mzabeck@uark.edu

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Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry

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Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

N/A

Frequent Physical Activity:

N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes