Position Available
Project Assessment Archaeologist
Department of Culture and Heritage
Government of Nunavut
Igloolik, Nunavut, Canada
Application deadline: 20 April 2018
For more information, go to:
https://www.gov.nu.ca/jobs/project-assessment-archaeologist-08-504561
For questions, contact:
Maye Malliki
Email: Igloolik_hr [at] gov.nu.ca
Phone: 867 934-2025
The Department of Culture and Heritage within the Government of Nunavut invites applications for the position of Project Assessment Archaeologist. This full-time, permanent position will be located in Igloolik, Nunavut, Canada.
The Project Assessment Archaeologist reviews and makes recommendations concerning the mitigation of heritage resource impacts resulting from land use and development projects in Nunavut. The position requires the analysis and evaluation of land use and development proposals, and the formulation of recommendations for the mitigation of archaeological and/or paleontological resources. The Project Assessment Archaeologist also provides additional support to the maintenance of the archaeological program information system. This position will be expected to research and write technical and scientific reports for internal and public use, and to make presentations to public and professional audiences.
The successful candidate must have knowledge of the history and cultures of Nunavut and be familiar with the territorial and federal legislation and land claim environmental assessment structures relevant to the management of heritage resources. Familiarity with multiple software applications is required. Knowledge of research and field activities and ability to use specialized equipment are also required for this position. Knowledge of Inuit language, communities, culture, land and Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit is an asset.
The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are usually obtained through a recognized Master's Degree in anthropology or archaeology or similar with at least three (3) years of experience in Arctic archaeology research and resource management. Equivalencies that consist of an acceptable combination of education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.
This is a Position of Trust and a satisfactory criminal record check is required.
Application deadline: 20 April 2018
For more information, including links to additional position details, go to:
https://www.gov.nu.ca/jobs/project-assessment-archaeologist-08-504561
For questions, contact:
Maye Malliki
Email: Igloolik_hr [at] gov.nu.ca
Phone: 867 934-2025