South Dakota State Historical Society
Archaeological Research Center

Employment at the Archaeological Research Center

Repository Manager

The position of Repository Manager is open. It will be advertised from 2/19 to 3/19. This person in this position is responsible for managing the Archaeological Research Center's archaeological collections, dealing with the discovery of unmarked graves as they are reported, and Native American Grave Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) issues. It is classified as a Senior Archaeologist and requires a master's degree and relevant experience in archaeology and collection management. For more information, see the Bureau of Personnel web page.

Seasonal Employment

The Archaeological Research Center often has openings for seasonal or temporary help, depending on the number of ongoing projects. For more information, send an email to or phone 1-605-394-1936.