Responsibilities

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  • Assist in development and implementation of policies, procedures and education programs relating to the protection of archaeological resources.
  • Help raise the profile of archaeology within the Nunatsiavut Government and with the general public.
  • Provide assistance in reviewing applications for mineral exploration approval or quarry approval for any potential impact on historical resources.
  • Assist the Senior Archaeologist in evaluating permit applications for archaeological activities within the Labrador Inuit Land Claims Area.
  • Assist the Senior Archaeologist in overseeing all aspects of compliance of applications and reports with the NG Standards for Mineral Exploration on Labrador Inuit Lands
  • Assist in reviewing all land use applications for Labrador Inuit Lands for any potential impact on historic or cultural resources.
  • Assist with the management of archaeological sites in Labrador Inuit Lands.
  • Accompany Senior Archaeologist on field trips and provide assistance with field work related to managing the archaeological resources of Nunatsiavut.
  •  Assist in conducting a review of any Environmental Assessments of proposed Projects or Undertakings within the Labrador Inuit Settlement Area with regards to impacts on cultural and historic resources.
  • Assist inn the implementation of the Collections Management Policy
  • Curate Nunatsiavut Government owned collections of Archaeological Materials, Inuit Cultural Materials and Archival Records
  • Other related duties as required.
Qualifications
  • Undergraduate degree in Archaeology or Anthropology with 3-5 years of related experience. 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Assets
  • Bilingual in Inuktitut and English
  • GIS experience and certifications
  • Proficiency in database management 
Benefits
  • Competitive Paid Leave Package 
  • Travel Benefit 
  • Labrador Allowance 
  • Group insurance including health and dental 
  • Group pension

 

Department: Language, Culture & Tourism

Location: Nain

Term: Permanent Full-Time

Closing Date: March 19, 2025

 

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume to careers@nunatsiavut.com.

Applications should be submitted before 4:30 pm on closing day.

Interested in a Career?
If you have any questions about employment with the Nunatsiavut Government, you can always reach out to our Human Resources department at careers@nunatsiavut.com.

We look forward to speaking with you!