Archaeological Officer in Bury St Edmunds

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Suffolk County Council's Archaeological Service as an Archaeological Officer. Based at the Bury Resource Centre in Bury St Edmunds, you will work alongside Senior Archaeological Officers to provide specialist archaeological advice that supports sustainable development and protects Suffolk's rich historic environment. Reimagine the possibilities This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced archaeologist to develop a career in curatorial archaeology while helping to conserve and promote the heritage of one of England's most archaeologically diverse counties.

Your role and responsibilities As an Archaeological Officer, you will play an important role in helping to protect, conserve and promote Suffolk's rich historic environment. Working as part of a specialist team, you will support the provision of expert archaeological and heritage advice, ensuring that historic environment assets are appropriately considered throughout the planning process. Working closely with senior archaeological officers, you will review planning applications and provide recommendations to Local Planning Authorities on suitable conservation measures. You will prepare briefs for archaeological investigations required to discharge, or inform, planning conditions and monitor archaeological work to ensure it is carried out to the required professional standards. You will also review a range of technical documentation, including Written Schemes of Investigation, archaeological reports and publications, helping to maintain the quality and integrity of archaeological work across the county. In addition, you will build effective working relationships with colleagues across the County Council, local authorities, Historic England and other partner organisations to support the understanding, protection and promotion of Suffolk's historic environment.

The Archaeological Service forms part of Suffolk County Council's Natural and Historic Environment Team. We are a knowledgeable and supportive team responsible for maintaining the Historic Environment Record, advising planning authorities on development proposals and policy, delivering archive and finds recording services, and promoting Suffolk's heritage through public engagement and outreach activities. We will offer you This role provides a unique opportunity to develop specialist expertise in archaeological planning and development management, supported by experienced Senior Archaeological Officers.

Suffolk is set to deliver a number of major developments and Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs), giving you valuable experience of providing archaeological input across a wide range of projects. You will gain an in-depth understanding of Suffolk's archaeology while working with developers, archaeological contractors, planning authorities, parish councils, statutory bodies and local communities. Through this work, you will play a direct role in protecting and enhancing the county's historic environment for future generations.

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• A degree in Archaeology or a related subject, or equivalent relevant experience
• Sound knowledge of British archaeology and archaeological practice
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of audiences
• Good IT skills, ideally including experience of GIS software
• The ability to manage a varied workload and prioritise competing demands
• As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We're driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.

In return, you'll enjoy:

• up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
• membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
• performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
• training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
• a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
• diverse and active staff networks
• flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day