Field Archaeologist and Museologist Looking for Ontario Fieldwork
heather.taylor
Heather
Taylor
Ottawa,
ON
heather.taylor005@gmail.com
Objective
To
obtain a career with a well established organization that will enable
me to utilize my well developed skills and educational background in
an environment where my varied experiences will be an asset. I want
to be challenged and to continue to grow myself as an employee while
making a positive contribution to the organization.
Relevant
Experience
Jan.
-Apr. 2010 Collections Management Internship - University of Ottawa
Museum of Classical Antiquities - Ottawa, ON
- Organized and conducted a full collection inventory of 2100+ artifacts
- Updated documentation for all artifacts and assessed each artifact's condition
- Recommended preservation strategies and conservation treatment
- Supervised handling and movement of artifacts
- Performed research to be used for panels and labels
- Wrote and edited text for panels and labels
- Consulted in the development of a collection database and beta-tested each developmental stage
- Supervised student volunteers performing museum duties and research
- Consulted in the development of a school outreach program for the museum
Apr.-Aug.
2009 Collections Assistant - City of Ottawa Museums Billings Estate
Museum - Ottawa, ON
- Updated specific fields of 17,000+ records using the collection database (MINISIS Cultural Assets Management)
- Updated artifact documentation
- Movement and packing of artifacts
- Condition assessment and reporting for artifacts
July-Aug.
2008 Student Field Archaeologist – Brock University in
collaboration with the Institute of Nautical Archaeology - Bodrum,
Turkey
- Obtained Open Water Dive certification
- Performed an underwater photography survey of a 6th century B.C. shipwreck off the coast of Turkey
- Photographed specific artifacts and areas of the site
- Acquired measurements of specific artifacts and areas of the site
- Mapped the shipwreck site using Site Recorder computer software
- Conducted cleaning and consolidation of ceramics from previous excavations
- Worked in a team environment and also independently
- Kept daily dive and survey logs
- Performed dive/boat duties
July-Aug.
2007 & Apr.-July 2008 Field Archaeologist - Archaeological
Assessments Ltd. - Southern Ontario
- Conducted stage 3 and 4 excavation of pre-contact archaeological sites
- Conducted stage 2 field survey of a potential historical site
- Performed documentation of excavated artifacts
- Performed documentation and mapping of archaeological sites
- Worked in a team environment and also independently
- Physical activity and heavy lifting
Other
Experience
May
2010-Present Manager – Enviro Trends Salon – Ottawa, ON
- People management of retail staff and hairstylists (10+ F/T and P/T employees)
- Daily administration
- Sales performance of individuals and store (weekly tracking and coaching)
- Personal sales performance
- Staffing, recruitment, and training
- Inventory management, including ordering supplies and products
- Shipping and receiving orders and returns
- Promotions and marketing
- Store and display maintenance
- Coordinating training events
- Reception duties
- Scheduling appointments and managing hairstylists' schedules
- Customer service
- Problem solving and conflict resolution when needed
Education
2008-2010 Algonquin
College - Ottawa,
ON
Advanced
Diploma
of
Applied
Museum
Studies
Member
of Dean's Honours List 2008, 2009, & 2010
Main
Areas of Study Included:
- Artifact Conservation & Preservation
- Collections Management, Documentation & Photography
- Educational Programming
- Exhibit Design and Fabrication
- Business and Human Resources Planning
2003-2008 Brock
University - St. Catharines, ON
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Classics - Ancient Art and Archaeology
Graduated
with First Class Standing
Main
Areas of Study Included:
- Archaeology and Archaeological Theory
- Greek, Roman, and Middle Eastern history
- Greek, Roman, and Middle Eastern art and architecture
- Classical literature
- Ancient Greek and Latin language
- Underwater Archaeological Practicum in Turkey
Award(s):
- The School of Restoration Arts at Willowbank/Vasilios and Kostas Poulimenos Archaeological Practicum Scholarship from Brock University, 2008
Skills
& Certifications
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Computer Skills:
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Current |
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Open Water Dive Certification |
Current |
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Ontario G Class Driver's License |
Current |
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CPR/First Aid Certification |
Re-certification Required |
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