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Senior Archaeologist

Job Summary
Contract Type:
Permanent
Working Pattern:
Part time
Advert Start Date:
17/06/2024
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 30/06/2024 23:59
Salary:
Grade 9 £33,024 to £36,648 pro rata per annum
Hours per week:
18.5
Job Category:
Other
Vacancy ID:
266152
Employment Location:
Green Lane Offices, Spennymoor (hybrid working options available)
Post Number:
NCC24-186
Number of posts:
1
Closing date:
30 Jun
Further Information
We have an opportunity for a part time 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. 
  
HOW TO APPLY 
In line with the County Council's Recruitment and Selection Policy, please note that we are unable to accept CVs. Applications must be submitted on-line via the Northeast Jobs portal.   
Please use the ‘Person Specification’ section of your application form to demonstrate that you have the essential and where possible, desirable experience, skills, and knowledge.  Candidates who do not evidence that they meet the essential qualifications and experience listed on the person specification will not be short-listed.  
 
INTERVIEWS 
Interviews are scheduled to be held on Thursday 11 July 2024.
 
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran. 
If you have any support needs or require assistance when applying for this role, please contact the Recruitment Team via email RecruitmentNCC@durham.gov.uk or telephone 03000 264469 / 264798 / 264764
 
BENEFITS AND REWARDS
We can offer you a range of employee benefits including competitive salaries, a generous leave entitlement of up to 32 days, a government pension scheme and various flexible and hybrid working options (benefits are subject to individual Terms and Conditions). 
If you would like to know more, please follow this link: https://www.durham.gov.uk/article/26895/Rewards-and-benefits  
 
HYBRID WORKING
Durham County Council currently operates a hybrid working policy where a model of 2 days in the workplace and 3 days at home/remote will apply. This model is pro-rated for part time roles and arrangements are at managers discretion, alternatively you can work all of your contracted hours within the workplace if you prefer. 
 
EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION
We are a proud equal opportunities employer and recognise the value of difference, having a diverse talented workforce brings new ideas and new perspectives, which will facilitate growth and improvements to services. 
As a Disability Confident Leader, we encourage applications from disabled people and can provide support throughout the recruitment process, for more information please refer to the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion page on our website. 
 
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This job is closed for applications.