Senior Archaeologist

WHAT IS INVOLVED? 
You will assist the Principal Archaeologist in the delivery and management of the archaeology section within the Environment Service and in the delivery of an integrated specialist service of Heritage, Landscape & Design. 

You will ensure that all archaeological work either engendered through the planning system or undertaken as research is carried out to the highest professional standards and that the results are disseminated to the broadest possible audience thus enhancing the cultural identity of County Durham.
 
We encourage you to contact David Mason, Principal Archaeologist via email at david.mason@durham.gov.uk to arrange an informal discussion about the role.  
 
WHAT WILL I NEED? 
You will have a degree in Archaeology or equivalent with direct experience of the investigation or archaeological sites of differing types and periods throughout Northern England.

You should have a sound understanding of legislation, the National Planning Policy Framework and relevant Guidance as relating to the historic environment in general and archaeology in particular.

You will have knowledge of managing archaeology within the development management process and experience in using, managing and developing Historic Environment Record systems.
 
Please refer to the attached person specification for the full criteria. 
   
INTERVIEWS 
Interviews are scheduled to be held on Thursday 11 July 2024

To apply, please visit:  https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Senior_Archaeologist/266152

Vacancy Ref. No. REG24-196  NEJ No. 266152

Closing Date:  Midnight on 30 June 2024