Program Objectives:

• Acquire, preserve, and manage archaeological sites in the Midwest Region (SD, ND, MN, IA, MO, WI, IL, MI, IN, KY, OH).
• Generate support funds for this program.
• Build public support for archaeological preservation.

Position Responsibilities:

• Supervise maintenance projects on Conservancy preserves.
• Conduct field visits, review site records, collaborate with archaeologists.
• Initiate contact, build trust, and build relationships with landowners.
• Monitor Conservancy preserves, coordinate maintenance, document conditions.
• Prepare site reports, maintain regional records, write grant or funding proposals.
• Work with state agencies, tribal nations, universities, CRM firms, and local historical societies.
• Give presentations, attend conferences, and represent the Conservancy in the region.
• Budget for field activities and travel.
• Complete all phases of land acquisition projects including:
  • Research and evaluate proposed preservation projects.
  • Conduct extended negotiations with landowners to acquire property through gift or purchase.
  • Work with central office on tax, legal and financial matters relating to acquisitions.
• Work with interested persons and groups, including governments, to build support for archaeological site preservation.
• Generate funding for specific acquisition projects.
• Coordinate and track the management and stewardship of existing preserves.