OSA and Webb Museum Director | University of Kentucky Job at University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY

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  • University of Kentucky
  • Lexington, KY

Job Description

Department Name: 8E000:College of Arts & Sciences

Job Summary:

The College of Arts & Sciences seeks an OSA and Webb Museum Director. As the head of the Office of State Archaeology, this position will work directly with the Department of Anthropology, Kentucky Heritage Council – State Historic Preservation Office, as well as collaborate with state-wide organizations to enforce and maintain standards as outlined by the KY Antiquities Act, Cave Protection Act, the Native American Graves Protection & Repatriation Act and other applicable statutes. This position will oversee the implementation of the strategic plan for the Webb Museum, manage the processing of Office of State Archaeology requests, as well as lead & develop the museum staff regarding state statutes and museum operations. A PhD in Anthropology or a related field is required, previous museum experience is desired as this position will need to understand the importance of the museum collections, including the untapped potential for research and have the vision to develop and assist in research opportunities for others that align with institutional, state, and national interests.

Position Time Status: Full-Time

Required Education:

MA

Required Related Experience:

5 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification :

None

Preferred Education/Experience:

PhD in Anthropology or Archaeology.
Experience in archaeological fieldwork, research, and analysis
Museum Experience

University Community of Inclusion:

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

About University of Kentucky

Adjacent to downtown Lexington, UK is nestled in the scenic heart of the beautiful Bluegrass Region of Kentucky. UK's campus covers more than 814 acres, with more than 30,700 students and 13,500 full-time employees, including nearly 2,400 full-time faculty and librarians.

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Job Tags

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