Student Conservation Association (SCA)
Individual Placement - Archaeology and Historic Preservation Lead
Student Conservation Association (SCA), Captain Cook, Hawaii, United States, 96704
Archeology/Preservation Placement
Archeology/Preservation placements work with professionals including archeologists, museum curators, historic landscape architects and preservation maintenance workers to fulfill a broad range of responsibilities related to historic preservation. Placements carry out field and office work related to historic landscapes, archeological sites, traditional Hawaiian structures and archeological museum collections. Field work includes identification of historic sites, data collection, condition assessments and mapping. Office work involves writing reports, conducting research, managing geo-referenced data and updating site and museum collections records. The lead placement will work in a team of three individuals and serve as the primary liaison with Park staff. They may also be asked to arrange logistics and ensure project progress and completion. Location
Honaunau, HI Schedule
October 20, 2025 - April 30, 2026 Key Duties and Responsibilities
Key duties will be carried out under the direction of the park's Archeologist and Museum Curator, and will consist of archeological inventory and site condition assessment surveys, GPS data collection, field mapping, GIS data entry and manipulation, artifact conservation, museum collection data management, and documentation of historic site and traditional structures preservation maintenances. The lead placement will have the additional responsibilities of liaising with park staff to coordinate logistics, confirm project details, and ensure project progress and completion. Marginal Duties
Placements may at times assist the park Biological Science Technician and Pest Controller with invasive plant, insect and animal management, Interpretation staff with cultural demonstrations and visitor contacts, and Visitor/Resource Protection with periodic trail patrols. Required Qualifications
Must be able to work safely in outdoor settings in hot temperatures, possess a demonstrated ability to write clearly and maintain field notebooks and data collectors, have experience using Microsoft Word and Excel. Must have successfully completed coursework in any of the following: Archeology, anthropology, geography, GIS, cartography/mapping, museum studies, historic landscape architecture or related fields. The lead placement must also have demonstrated experience in small group leadership, project coordination, and/or extensive experience in the coursework listed above. This SCA Position is authorized under the Public Land Corps Authority. All participants must be between the ages of 16 and 30, inclusive, or veterans age 35 or younger. Participants must also be a citizen or national of the United States or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States. Hours served can be applied toward the Public Land Corps (PLC) hiring authority. Preferred Qualifications
Experience with identification of Hawaiian archeological site and feature types, knowledge of Hawaiian native plants and cultivars, experience writing inventory and treatment documents such as Cultural Landscape Inventories and Archeological Inventory survey reports. Hours
40 per week Living Accommodations
Housing is not provided. Candidates must have or be able to find their own housing within commuting distance of the Park. Compensation
Living allowance - $600/week Housing stipend - $1,200/month One-time travel allowance - $1,500 All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes. Personal Vehicle Information
Recommended Additional Benefits
Defensive Drive Training Equal Opportunity Statement
The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.
Archeology/Preservation placements work with professionals including archeologists, museum curators, historic landscape architects and preservation maintenance workers to fulfill a broad range of responsibilities related to historic preservation. Placements carry out field and office work related to historic landscapes, archeological sites, traditional Hawaiian structures and archeological museum collections. Field work includes identification of historic sites, data collection, condition assessments and mapping. Office work involves writing reports, conducting research, managing geo-referenced data and updating site and museum collections records. The lead placement will work in a team of three individuals and serve as the primary liaison with Park staff. They may also be asked to arrange logistics and ensure project progress and completion. Location
Honaunau, HI Schedule
October 20, 2025 - April 30, 2026 Key Duties and Responsibilities
Key duties will be carried out under the direction of the park's Archeologist and Museum Curator, and will consist of archeological inventory and site condition assessment surveys, GPS data collection, field mapping, GIS data entry and manipulation, artifact conservation, museum collection data management, and documentation of historic site and traditional structures preservation maintenances. The lead placement will have the additional responsibilities of liaising with park staff to coordinate logistics, confirm project details, and ensure project progress and completion. Marginal Duties
Placements may at times assist the park Biological Science Technician and Pest Controller with invasive plant, insect and animal management, Interpretation staff with cultural demonstrations and visitor contacts, and Visitor/Resource Protection with periodic trail patrols. Required Qualifications
Must be able to work safely in outdoor settings in hot temperatures, possess a demonstrated ability to write clearly and maintain field notebooks and data collectors, have experience using Microsoft Word and Excel. Must have successfully completed coursework in any of the following: Archeology, anthropology, geography, GIS, cartography/mapping, museum studies, historic landscape architecture or related fields. The lead placement must also have demonstrated experience in small group leadership, project coordination, and/or extensive experience in the coursework listed above. This SCA Position is authorized under the Public Land Corps Authority. All participants must be between the ages of 16 and 30, inclusive, or veterans age 35 or younger. Participants must also be a citizen or national of the United States or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States. Hours served can be applied toward the Public Land Corps (PLC) hiring authority. Preferred Qualifications
Experience with identification of Hawaiian archeological site and feature types, knowledge of Hawaiian native plants and cultivars, experience writing inventory and treatment documents such as Cultural Landscape Inventories and Archeological Inventory survey reports. Hours
40 per week Living Accommodations
Housing is not provided. Candidates must have or be able to find their own housing within commuting distance of the Park. Compensation
Living allowance - $600/week Housing stipend - $1,200/month One-time travel allowance - $1,500 All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes. Personal Vehicle Information
Recommended Additional Benefits
Defensive Drive Training Equal Opportunity Statement
The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.