Description: Communicates archaeological information to the general public.
Alternate Titles: Outreach Coordinator; Public Educator
Duties: Works with archaeologist to provide news reports, web sites, public talks, and other publications on archaeological information for consumption by the public.
Locations: Generally limited to positions at government-level archaeologist offices and historical societies.
Job Type: Permanent, may be part time or full time; may also be dependent on grant monies.
Availability of Employment: These are relatively rare in archaeology, usually found only in agency settings where such positions are mandated.
Education Level Required: Varies; usually a combination of an MA in anthropology, plus experience and knowledge in archaeology and the media.
Experience Tells: Are you a public archaeologist with a story to share? Terrific! Email me
