<div dir="ltr"><div>The Illinois State Museum (Springfield, IL) is hiring a Curator of Anthropology. <br></div>Applications due by November 28. Please share widely!<br><br>Please note, you must submit a State of Illinois employment application (CMS-100) with your materials. Available at this link, under Forms: <a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.illinois.gov_sites_work_Pages_default.aspx&d=DwMFaQ&c=cjytLXgP8ixuoHflwc-poQ&r=LpYc_Z_iN1KRw0hheb3x6-8MJUMu482qfHowpGYJqwc&m=uPqd-RvsxudqKPJL79_DJsRHM8ckSaACw_6zvlC_bUs&s=tEAcDZGJcmpkWmyXW0lb8rz0r42yhz3lsfPYvo71FrE&e=">https://www.illinois.gov/sites/work/Pages/default.aspx</a><br><br>Description below and at this link: <a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__agency.governmentjobs.com_illinois_default.cfm-3Faction-3DviewJob-26jobID-3D1900256&d=DwMFaQ&c=cjytLXgP8ixuoHflwc-poQ&r=LpYc_Z_iN1KRw0hheb3x6-8MJUMu482qfHowpGYJqwc&m=uPqd-RvsxudqKPJL79_DJsRHM8ckSaACw_6zvlC_bUs&s=pPM4xT1wakM1qwsr-hT6vuVyq94dLzbrKjYf4UtqUHE&e=">http://agency.governmentjobs.com/illinois/default.cfm?action=viewJob&jobID=1900256</a><br>---------<br><br><b><u><span style="font-family:Calibri">ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES</span></u></b><b><span style="font-family:Calibri"><span> </span><span></span><span></span><span> </span>#5281</span></b><b><u><span style="font-family:Calibri"><br>AN
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</span></u></b><b><u><span style="font-family:Calibri"><br>CAREER
OPPORTUNITY BID NOTICE</span></u></b><b><u><span style="font-family:Calibri"></span></u></b>
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<p style="margin:0in 0.1in 0.0001pt;line-height:115%" class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family:Calibri">The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is
inviting applications for the following position:<span> </span></span></b></p>
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<p style="margin:0in 0.1in 0.0001pt;line-height:115%" class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family:Calibri">Position Title:<span> </span></span></b><u><span style="font-family:Calibri">Curator 1, Anthropology</span></u><b><span style="font-family:Calibri"><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span>Monthly
Salary Range: </span></b><u><span style="font-family:Calibri"><span> </span><span> </span>$3792-5601 </span></u><b><span style="font-family:Calibri"><span> </span></span></b></p>
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State Museum Research & Collections Center, 1011 E. Ash St., Springfield –
Sangamon County</span></u><b><span style="font-family:Calibri"></span></b></p>
<p style="margin:0in 0.1in 0.0001pt;line-height:115%" class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family:Calibri">Work Schedule:<span> </span></span></b><u><span style="font-family:Calibri">Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., 1-hour
lunch, Saturday, Sunday Off<span> </span><span></span></span></u></p>
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<p style="margin:0in 0.1in 0.0001pt;line-height:115%" class="MsoNormal"><b><u><span style="font-size:9.5pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri">Description
of Duties</span></u></b><b><span style="font-size:9.5pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri"> </span></b></p>
<p style="margin:0in 0.1in 0.0001pt;line-height:115%" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:9.5pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri">Executes
highly specialized duties and complex projects that require special expertise
in Midwestern archaeology. Works largely without supervision, generally at
his/her own direction through conferences with appropriate Museum Director
and/or Museum Section Heads, and/or Curator III’s and II’s.<span> </span>Works toward established goals in the
Museum’s research, education, collection, and/or exhibition programs in
anthropology.<span> </span>Conducts original
scholarly research on topics associated with Midwestern archaeology, anthropology,
and related themes; and publishes results. Collects and analyzes archaeological
and anthropological data using cutting edge techniques; creates new knowledge
and interpretations of Midwestern Native American prehistory and history, and
related themes. Writes reports and articles for publication in professional
peer-reviewed journals, museum publications, and popular outlets.<span> </span>Presents research and programs for
public and scholarly professional audiences. Manages, develops, and upgrades
extensive archaeology/anthropology collections. Participates in the Museum’s
interdisciplinary Landscape History Program.<span> </span>Oversees the completion of loan forms, donor forms, and
accession & catalog records for objects in the archaeology/anthropology
collection.<span> </span>Assists Museum
administration in carrying out discipline-based programming related to
Midwestern archaeology & anthropology.<span> </span>Works with senior staff to generate external funds from
highly competitive funding sources for research, collections, exhibitions, and
programs, including federal grants where nationally recognized expertise and
higher degrees are required to be competitive.<span> </span>Performs at a level that reflects national standards
and best practices of an accredited museum, and that brings state, national and
international recognition to the Illinois State Museum. Must be familiar with
all relevant state and federal laws.<span>
</span>Abides by professional museum ethics and the ethics of specific program
areas and disciplines such as archaeology and anthropology. Participates in
state and national professional organizations. Responsible for working with
senior and subordinate staff in establishing objectives, implementing programs,
and conducting evaluations. <span>Performs
other duties as assigned by the Museum Director or designee</span></span><span style="font-size:9.5pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri">. Performs other duties as required or assigned
that are reasonably within the scope of duties. </span><span style="font-size:9.5pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri">All curators
are responsible for advocating for the Illinois State Museum and its programs.</span></p>
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<p style="margin:0in 0.1in 0.0001pt;line-height:115%" class="MsoNormal"><b><u><span style="font-size:9.5pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri">Desirable
Education, Training and Experience</span></u></b></p>
<p style="margin:0in 0.1in 0.0001pt;line-height:115%" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:9.5pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri">Position requires a Ph.D. in anthropology or
related discipline, with 3 years of curatorial experience and research
experience in a museum, university, or similar institution.<span> </span>Candidate should have: (1) educational
background, knowledge, and demonstrated interest in Midwestern archaeology,
anthropology, Native American culture, and other disciplines relevant to the
Museum’s archaeology/anthropology collections and programs; (2) strong
commitment to and experience with interdisciplinary approaches and research;
(3) familiarity with and research experience in Midwestern archaeology; (4)
experience with development and management of archaeology/anthropology
collections and related databases; (5) Three years previous experience in a
museum, university, or comparable setting; (6) strong publication record
(including peer-reviewed journals) and demonstrated grantsmanship; and (7)
previous experience with public education and exhibition programing.<span> </span></span></p>
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<p style="margin:0in 0.1in 0.0001pt;line-height:115%" class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family:Calibri">Where to Apply</span></b><span style="font-family:Calibri">:<u> Send
a cover letter, curriculum vitae, CMS100 Employment Application, and contact
information for three professional references by e-mail to </u></span><a href="mailto:tammy.wheeler@illinois.gov"><span style="font-family:Calibri">tammy.wheeler@illinois.gov</span></a><u><span style="font-family:Calibri">.<span> </span>Please contact Tammy Wheeler, HR
Coordinator/IL State Museum, by e-mail or phone (217-785-4919), with any
questions concerning the position.</span></u></p>
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<p style="margin:0in 0.1in 0.0001pt" class="MsoNormal"><b><i><span style="font-family:Calibri;color:red">Applicants should note that this
position is exempt from the State Personnel Code and is under the Board of the
Illinois State Museum. This is a Bargaining Unit position.<span> </span></span></i></b></p>
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<p style="margin:0in 0.1in 10pt;line-height:115%" class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri">Bargaining unit employees interested in bidding
for this position should complete a Bid Form, attach it to an application, and
submit it directly to the name and address listed above.<span> </span>Bid Forms may be obtained at any
Department of Natural Resources facility.</span></b></p>
<p style="margin:0in 0.1in 10pt;line-height:115%" class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:8pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Calibri">The Department of Natural Resources does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion,
handicap, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, physical stature
and/or any non-merit factor in admission, treatment or employment in programs
or activities in compliance with the Illinois Human Rights Act, the Illinois
Constitution, Title VI of the 1964 Civil Rights Acts, Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the U.S. Constitution.<span> </span>The Equal Employment Opportunity Office
is responsible for compliance and may be reached at 217/785-0067.</span></b></p>
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<b><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:"Times New Roman"">DATE POSTED:<u><span>
</span>November 13, 2017<span>
</span></u>LAST DAY TO APPLY:<u><span> </span>November 28, 2017<span> </span><span>
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