Field Station Archaeological GIS Specialist, Illinois State Archaeological Survey

About the role

The Illinois State Archaeological Survey (ISAS), Prairie Research Institute (PRI), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, is seeking a Field Station Archaeological GIS Specialist for its American Bottom Field Station (ABFS), located in Fairview Heights, Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Train staff in the use of GIS and geospatial data manipulation, 2D and 3D modeling, advanced data layer merging, the use of map algebra or buffering, working with spatial databases, mapping, cartography, data collections/creation and management.
• Provide guidance in the use of data; provide instruction in the technical aspects of equipment and software use.
• Work with research staff to provide direction and feedback on the use of GIS data to assist in the completion of assigned projects and tasks in an accurate and timely manner.
• Communicate with management and contractors for the purpose of coordinating and administering the use of GIS projects and data into archaeological research.
• Supervise subordinate staff, which includes task assignments, ongoing performance monitoring and evaluation, career/position mentoring, and leave/travel approval.
• Administer field mapping hardware/software (GPS data collectors and electronic survey equipment/total station).
• Collect field data using GPS and total station equipment.
• Administer hardware including workstations, plotter/printers, larger format scanner, and digitizers related to GIS and cartography.
• Administer and maintain GIS and other mapping software for the ISAS American Bottom Field Station.

Requirements

• A M.A./M.S. in Geography, Anthropology, or closely related field, emphasis in GIS preferred.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in 1) using GIS-based spatial data in an archaeological context, and 2) participation in archaeological field and laboratory investigations in the Eastern Woodlands cultural area.
• Demonstrated ability to complete GIS-related projects and reports in timely and competent manner.
• Basic familiarity with computer work processing, graphic, and database programs.
• Demonstrated training in working with ArcGIS, ArcServer versions 8, 9, 10, Trimble Pathfinder Office, FileMaker, Windows and Mac OS, VMWare.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to perform effectively with a professional demeanor in a diverse and fast-paced work environment consisting of multiple and changing priorities, under minimal supervision.
• Effective communication, personal relations, teamwork, and leadership skills.

Skills

• Basic familiarity with Eastern Woodlands culture history, Illinois archaeological cultural history and research agendas.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

Salary is negotiable based on experience.

Schedule

Proposed starting date is as soon as possible after closing date.

Contact Information

To ensure full consideration all requested information must be submitted through this online system, and received by August 3, 2017. For further information regarding application procedures, you may contact Ms. Janice Pankey, . Individuals having questions concerning this position should contact Dr. Tamira Brennan .