Assistant Director, Kentucky Archaeological Survey

Location: Bowling Green, KY Category: Staff Posted On: Wed Nov 5 2025 Job Description:

Helps oversee the day-to-day operations of the Kentucky Archaeological Survey. Responds to requests from state and federal agencies, municipalities, non-profits, and private individuals to conduct archaeological investigations (Section 106, Section 110, State Antiquity Act, and due diligence). Implements projects and programs that provide educational experiences for students and the public, and oversees the preparation of publications that disseminate information on Kentucky archaeology. Ensures that projects are completed in a timely manner and within budgetary constraints. Substitutes for the Director as needed.

Job Requirements:

• Graduate degree in anthropology with an emphasis in archaeology.
• Twelve months of field experience in North American archaeology, of which at least three of the twelve months must be in Kentucky or the Ohio Valley (southern Ohio, southern Indiana, southern Illinois,western West Virginia, Kentucky and Tennessee) and at least six of the twelve months must be excavation.
• At least four of the twelve months must be as a Field Supervisor on Phase I and Phase II projects.

Additional Information:

Salary Range: $60,000 - $70,000

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