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Outreach Assistant I

University of New Mexico
$15.00 Hourly
United States, New Mexico, Albuquerque
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May 03, 2025
Requisition IDreq33259 Working TitleOutreach Assistant I Pay$15.00 Hourly CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM DepartmentAnthropology Department (045A) Employment TypeStudent Employment Student TypeStudent Employment StatusNon-Exempt Background Check Required For Best Consideration Date5/15/2025 Position SummaryThe Department of Anthropology at the University of New Mexico is leading a series of field study projects designed to advance the field of architectural conservation and archaeological sites management. Field study projects focus on archaeological and historic structures in the American Southwest and create opportunities for students to participate in the documentation, assessment, and conservation of some of the nation's most treasured cultural sites. Projects involve archival research, documentation (archaeological illustration, photography) materials analysis, condition survey, nondestructive evaluation, conservation treatment, and site management planning. Student participants will work directly with experienced conservators, archaeologists, engineers, artists, preservation craftspeople, and National Park Service staff as members of the project teams. 2025 project sites include: Mummy Cave, Canyon de Chelly National Monument, AZ. Climate vulnerability 17th Century Quarai Spanish Mission Church, Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument, Mountainair, NM. Frijoles Canyon Cavates at Bandelier National Monument. Scope of Work The Outreach Assistant I will support the Department of Anthropology at the University of New Mexico on conservation field projects. Duties may include: participating in fieldwork: documenting (drawing and photography) of architecture, landscapes and other site features assisting PI and project consultants in data collection assisting with research by collecting primary and secondary source data from the park and local archives related to the sites; and preparing graphic and written products related to the activities undertaken. Fieldwork will take place at National Park Service sites at Canyon de Chelly National Monument in Arizona, Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument and Bandelier National Monument in New Mexico. Materials analysis will take place at the UNM Main campus, and; archival research, artwork, data processing and report preparation will be done remotely. Fieldwork at Canyon de Chelly will take place the last week in May and first part of June, followed by a period of research, data analysis, graphic documentation preparation, and reporting. Fieldwork at Salinas Pueblo Missions will take place for a week in July or early August, with research, data analysis, graphic documentation preparation, and reporting taking place both before and after the fieldwork sessions. Fieldwork at Bandelier National Monument will take place for a week in June and a week in July, with research, data analysis, graphic documentation preparation, and reporting taking place both before and after the fieldwork sessions Student participation will average 10-20 hours per week. Expenses for transportation to/from the field sites during field campaigns will be reimbursed. Fieldwork at Canyon de Chelly involves backcountry camping and rope-assisted climbing; fieldwork at Salinas Pueblo Missions and Bandelier National Monuments will be daily travel to/from Albuquerque. There will be a per diem for fieldwork that involves overnight stays. Up to two student research assistants will be hired @ $15/hr. The assistant must bring their own laptop computer/tablet. Preference will be given to students with experience in fine art, architectural/archaeological sites documentation (surveying, mapping, drawing), archival research, materials analysis, and proficiency with the Adobe suite Excel, Adobe Illustrator/InDesign and Photoshop software(s). Minimum Qualifications Equivalencies not found for this position Preferred Qualifications Minimum Qualification: *High school diploma or GED Preferred Qualifications: -Experience in fine art, architecture/archaeological sites documentation (surveying, mapping, drawing), archival research, and/or microscopy -Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Apps: Word and Excel, and; Adobe Apps: Illustrator/InDesign and Photoshop. -A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities. Application Instructions Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Please include CV The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.