From 1697 until the beginning of the Revolutionary War, the trading town of Dorchester flourished along the Ashley River, inland from colonial Charleston. Today, Colonial Dorchester State Historic Site’s remarkably preserved archaeological remains give visitors a peek into the early history of colonial South Carolina.
Job Purpose and Duties:

Assists with the operation, administration and maintenance of an archaeological site within the State Parks System. Researches, plans, and performs archaeological research projects and interpretive programs; may serve as assistant to higher level archaeologists in the areas of historic, prehistoric, land or underwater archaeology or resource protection.

1) Plans and conducts archeological research projects including preliminary documentary research, excavations, analysis and reporting of findings. Writes research plans and project summary reports.
2) Collects, sorts, prepares, describes, photographs, and catalogues archaeological materials for interpretive display or storage. Performs lab work including artifact processing, analysis, database management, and conservation.
3) Plans and conducts interpretive and archaeological education programs for the public.
4) In accordance with established policies and procedures, assist with administrative duties and maintenance activities of the site to include collecting and accounting of revenue, preparation of reports, maintaining grounds, and facilities, and controlling of inventories of equipment and supplies.
5) Performs law enforcement activities within his/her authority and agency policy.
6) Practice and promote teamwork within the Colonial Dorchester State Historic Site, throughout the agency and with external agency stakeholders. Represents office as an active member on agency teams assigned throughout the year.