THC - Collections Lab Manager; Curator III Job Austin area,Texas USA,Research/Development

Position: THC - Collections Lab Manager (Curator III) 26-43

Job Description

Job Description - THC - Collections Lab Manager (Curator III) 26-43 )

Organization

TEXAS HISTORICAL COMMISSION

Primary Location

Texas-Austin

Work Locations

Tuscany Way 9013, Tuscany Way, Austin, 78754

Job

Education, Training, and Library

Employee Status

Regular

Travel

Yes, 25% of the Time

State Job Code

7470

Salary Admin Plan

Grade

Salary (Pay Basis)

4,263.17 - 5,687.50 (Monthly)

Number of Openings

Overtime Status

Exempt

Job Posting

Feb 20, 2026, 2:19:38 PM

Closing Date

Mar 7, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

Job Objective

Under the direction of the Archeological Collections Manager, this position performs moderately complex curatorial and project management work focused on the processing and oversight of the archaeological collections and related records for the 42 state historic sites managed by the Historic Sites Division (HSD) of the Texas Historical Commission (THC) at the Curation Facility for Artifact Research (CFAR). Work involves collaborating with the Archeological Collections Manager to accomplish the established goals for archaeological collections, such as tracking object locations and conditions within the facility;

maintaining the database and inventory of the archaeological collections; assisting in training and supervising technicians, interns, students, and volunteers working with the archaeological collections; and the cleaning, repackaging, storage, and inventorying of archaeological collections. In addition to the Archeological Collections Manager, the Collections Lab Manager will work closely with the Chief Curator, the Curatorial Field Manager, the Regional Curators, and regional and site archaeologists on projects, research, and issues involving archaeological collections.

This position works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Duties

Assisting in the oversight of laboratory operations at CFAR, including artifact intake, labeling, processing, cataloging, and storage to ensure quality control and compliance with agency procedures.

Supporting the supervision and appropriate training of volunteers and interns.

Maintaining registration, cataloging, and recordkeeping systems used to manage archaeological collections, acquisitions, and exhibitions.

Responsible for accuracy, legibility, and completeness of all laboratory documentation, including records of artifacts, samples, and associated provenance data.

Conducting research related to collections, exhibits, and historic sites. Prepares materials for archaeological publications, files, and records.

Photographing artifacts for inventory, database, exhibits, and publication purposes.

Coordinating and communicating with agency staff, contractors, researchers, and subject-matter experts, as needed, to ensure accurate and appropriate documentation.

Assisting with updating the laboratory, cataloging, and other process and procedure manuals.

Maintaining a clean and safe laboratory in accordance with applicable laws and safety standards.

Non-Essential Duties

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Requirements

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Anthropology or History with a concentration in archaeology or museum science or a closely related field.
Minimum two years work experience in archaeological curation of prehistoric and historic materials.
Proficiency with Collections Management Software systems including Re:
Discovery, Access, Past Perfect.
Work experience coordinating the workflow of projects.
Ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure.
Valid Texas driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and ability to drive a state vehicle.
May travel up to 20% of the work period.

Preferred

Master’s degree in Anthropology with a concentration in archaeology, museum science, or closely related field.
Artifact conservation and stabilization experience.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Knowledge and demonstrable competence in the identification of cultural materials such as lithics, fauna, ceramics, glass, metal, and construction materials.
Knowledge of professional museum practices as they relate to…


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