Archaeology Supervisor

State of Florida

. Supervise the Underwater Archaeology section of the Bureau of Archaeological Research, Division of Historical Resources .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeTallahassee • Florida • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $54,500 - $58,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive underwater archaeology expertise, including field procedures, compliance with submerged cultural resource laws, and effective team management. Proficient in remote sensing technologies and capable of conducting thorough research and public engagement.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Underwater Archaeology Field ExperienceSupervisory Experience in ArchaeologyRemote Sensing Software ExperienceScientific Diving Program CertificationKnowledge of Submerged Cultural Resource Law

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Hard Skills

Underwater Site RecordingData ManagementReport WritingArtifact DocumentationSubmerged Cultural Resource SurveysLaboratory ManagementVessel OperationBoating Safety EducationGIS Software ProficiencyTechnical Archaeological Procedures

Soft Skills

Clear Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationPublic Speaking

Tools & Technologies

SonarWiz5Marine Sonic Sea ScanG882ESRI GIS Software Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

AAUS Scientific Diving Program CertificationBoating Safety Education Identification Card

Industry Keywords

Submerged Cultural Resource PolicyFlorida Archaeological SitesExploration and Recovery Permit ProgramFederal and State RegulationsCultural Resource Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Remote Sensing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supervise the Underwater Archaeology section of the Bureau of Archaeological Research, Division of Historical Resources
Manage a team of up to five professional Career Service and OPS employees
Perform section administration, including timesheets, leave requests, hiring, disciplinary actions, and work plans
Plan and organize workload and workflow, including annual efficiency plans, staff changes, and budget requests
Plan, assign, and coordinate staff work; review section correspondence
Manage and oversee underwater field projects and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local statutes, rules, regulations, and ordinances
Supervise administration of the Exploration and Recovery permit program (1A-31, F.A.C.)
Represent the Department at public meetings, workshops, forums, webinars, and conference calls
Serve as primary contact for agencies, community groups, private consultants, and the public regarding underwater archaeological resources
Conduct and coordinate research on state-owned lands and collections focused on locating, protecting, preserving, and interpreting submerged cultural resources
Manage service and upkeep of the Underwater Archaeology Section’s vessels and equipment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of six (6) years of professional underwater archaeology field experience
A master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Anthropology, Archaeology, Maritime Studies, or a closely related field may substitute for the required years of experience
Successfully completed a scientific diving program (AAUS or equivalent)
Boating Safety Education Identification Card from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
Experience conducting submerged cultural resource surveys, including remote sensing, underwater site recording, and assessment
Knowledge of pertinent state and federal submerged cultural resource policy and legislation
Technical archaeological experience including report writing, data management, laboratory management, cataloging, and artifact documentation
Boating experience including launching, trailering, and operating vessels
Level 2 criminal background check and fingerprint submission
Advanced knowledge of underwater archaeological field procedures
Knowledge of state and federal submerged cultural resource law
Experience with remote sensing software/hardware, including SonarWiz5, Marine Sonic Sea Scan, G882, and ESRI GIS software suite
Ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing
Preferred: qualifications, trainings, certifications, and experience to serve as the program’s Dive Safety Officer (DSO)
Preferred: three (3) years of supervisory experience in archaeology, anthropology, or maritime-related programs/projects
Preferred: three years of experience administering archaeological or maritime-related programs/projects
Preferred: knowledge of Florida’s submerged pre-contact and historic archaeological sites
Preferred: extensive GIS experience
Preferred: public speaking experience
Preferred: vessel/equipment maintenance and repair, including outboard motors, trailers, 12-volt wiring, fiberglass repair, airlift, dredge, and remote sensing equipment

Benefits

Comp & perks

E-Verify employer
Reasonable accommodation support for candidates with disabilities
Drug-free workplace
Employment of Veterans, individuals with disabilities, and candidates with diverse backgrounds encouraged