The Seminole Tribe of Florida Tribal Historic Preservation Office is hiring for 2 Collections Assistant positions. The incumbent in this position is responsible for assisting the staff assigned to the Seminole Tribe of Florida Tribal Historic Preservation Office’s (THPO) Collections Section with all aspects of collection management including cataloging, research, and preservation-related duties. The individual assists the Collections Manager in processing archaeological artifacts received at the laboratory; washes, catalogs, and prepares artifacts for analysis and curation; provides support to the senior staff and consulting analysts in regards to collection needs; assists staff members with project needs and provides assistance and support to meet the general needs of the THPO. Bachelor’s Degree in museum studies, anthropology, archaeology, or related discipline is required. A minimum of one (1) year of experience in the care of archaeological collections in an archaeological museum laboratory is required. Prior knowledge / experience about the monitoring of environmental conditions, Integrated Pest Management (IPM), and the creation of museum quality custom housing, is required. Prior relevant experience in the study of archaeological or historic materials is preferred. Possession of a valid Florida Driver’s License is required. Demonstrates interest in the preservation of archaeological collections is required. Demonstrate proficiency in current technologies, including desktop publishing, spreadsheets, and database management is required. Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrate excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to travel to all reservations and work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays.
The Seminole Tribe of Florida provides a comprehensive benefits package.
The Seminole Tribe of Florida is a drug free workplace, drug screening is a requirement of employment. We exercise Native American preference.
Work will occur on the Big Cypress Reservation (closest town is Clewiston). Current employees live on either the west or east coast of Florida usually centered around Ft. Myers (west) or Ft. Lauderdale (east).
The hourly range for the position is $21-$26. In addition, a monthly fuel stipend of $250 is available for qualified personnel.
If interested, please send a resume to THPO Collections Manager Domonique deBeaubien (domoniquedebeaubien@semtribe.com) or apply at the semtribe.com website. The posting is under the Big Cypress Reservation for the Tribal Historic Preservation Office.
To learn more about the office and what the THPO does, please visit the stofthpo.com website.
