Archaeologist, temporary position

Do you want to contribute to a sustainable Gävleborg? Then the County Administrative Board of Gävleborg is the workplace for you. We are currently seeking an archaeologist for a fixed-term position from January 1 to June 30, 2026, within the cultural environment unit. The cultural environment unit consists of nine individuals, including the unit manager, working on tasks related to archaeology, building preservation, cultural landscape management, and World Heritage. If you want to help create a sustainable Gävleborg, take the opportunity to apply for an enjoyable and developmental role! **About the Job** You will work alongside the unit's case management group in archaeology. This role is suitable for someone relatively new to the workforce who needs to build their experience in the field. Your primary focus will be on processing so-called logging notifications, but other tasks may also arise. Such tasks may include simpler case management, record-keeping, documentation, and compilations. Depending on your background and expertise, tasks related to building conservation may also be relevant. **About You** **Qualifications:** - You have a high school diploma and a relevant academic degree with a focus on archaeology. - You possess a valid driver's license (Category B). - You have experience in handling archaeological matters at a government agency, museum, or equivalent. **Personal Attributes:** - You are responsible and structured. - To thrive in this position, you need to have a flexible approach to your tasks. - You have the ability to prioritize, adhere to set deadlines, and complete what you start. - You are good at collaborating and communicating with others but can also work independently on assigned tasks. - We place great importance on personal suitability and expect you to contribute to a positive and pleasant work environment. The County Administrative Board plays a crucial coordinating role during societal disruptions, and all employees are part of the crisis and war organization. Do you want to influence the future of Gävleborg and be part of our team? We welcome your application by December 5. **Application** We kindly ask you to apply for the position through the link in this advertisement to facilitate our handling of incoming applications and to ensure the quality of our selection process. It is crucial that you are meticulous when filling out your application, as it will be assessed against a defined competency profile and in comparison to other candidates. **About the County Administrative Board of Gävleborg and Our Offer** The mission of the County Administrative Board is to ensure that the decisions made by the Swedish Parliament and Government have the best possible effect in the county. We work on exciting and challenging issues that affect the entire region. The breadth of our mission provides you as an employee with excellent opportunities to develop and contribute to long-term sustainable community development for everyone in society. We offer an interesting job and a sustainable workplace with good employment conditions regarding working hours, leave, benefits, security, and health-promoting activities, as well as the opportunity to work partially remotely. It is important to us that our employees feel comfortable and well. Today, we are about 250 employees who together possess a wide range of expertise and a holistic view that contributes to the development of the county. Among us, you will find biologists, lawyers, archaeologists, forest engineers, economists, archivists, veterinarians, political scientists, urban planners, and communicators. To work with us, it is essential that you share the state's common values and respect our guiding principles: Action, Professionalism, and Understanding. These principles guide us in our work and describe our approach to each other, citizens, and other stakeholders. We strive to offer an attractive workplace that is free from discrimination and provides equal opportunities for all. The County Administrative Board is an LGBTQI-certified workplace. We believe in equal opportunities for everyone and a workforce that reflects the population of the county. Therefore, we hope that you, as an applicant, can help increase our diversity through your background and skills. Read more about the County Administrative Board of Gävleborg on our website: https://www.lansstyrelsen.se/gavleborg In preparation for the recruitment process, the County Administrative Board has made decisions regarding recruitment channels and has chosen our methods. Therefore, we kindly request no contact from media sellers or recruitment sites.