Archaeologist II pay range
State of North Carolina · class code 32000697
- Class code
- 32000697
- Pay group
- NC11
- Pay unit
- Year
- State
- North Carolina
- The State of North Carolina published pay range for Archaeologist II is $45,431 to $79,504 per year.
- North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) keys this classification as class code 32000697.
- This is the range the plan authorises, not the salary of any individual employee.
Class specification
The OSHR class specification for this class is published by North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR). The passages below are quoted from it as published, not paraphrased, and cut to their opening sentences; the full specification is the authority on duties and qualifications. It was last revised 09/2023.
What the state says the job is
This is a technical position that is responsible for the identification, inventory, evaluation, and management of prehistoric and historic archaeological sites located both on land and in underwater settings throughout the state, as well as the curation of data and artifacts associated with these sites. Work includes assessment of environmental reviews and preparation of cultural resource planning documents. Other responsibilities may be planning and supervising field, library, and laboratory projects that involve the identification, evaluation, and excavation of archaeological sites and subsequent conservation, analysis, and publication activities. Positions in this class design and implement outreach activities for land managers and the public that explain the importance of archaeological resources and provide information about best management practices.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Thorough knowledge of all applicable federal and state laws regarding the treatment of archaeological sites Ability to review technical evaluative reports from private contractors or other governmental agencies and be able to apply the Secretary of the Interior (SOI) guidelines where applicable. Proficient skills in using Microsoft Office Suite, ArcGIS, and other relevant databases Intermediate knowledge of appropriate artifact preservation techniques Intermediate knowledge of archaeological method and theory, research techniques, and professional reference materials necessary to identify prehistoric and historic artifacts and to interpret and evaluate archaeological sites Thorough knowledge ...
Minimum qualifications
Master's degree or higher in North American archaeology, anthropology, or a closely related field from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of archaeological experience; or a bachelor's degree in North American archaeology, anthropology, or a closely related field from an appropriately accredited institution and six years of archaeological experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. <h2
Quoted from the OSHR class specification, read 2026-10-21.
Where this comes from
North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) publishes this figure in OSHR salary schedules, joined to Class Specifications. Every number on this page is read from that document; nothing is estimated, modelled or averaged.
Job titles and their salary grades come from the Class Specifications, joined to the salary schedule.
Nearby classes in North Carolina
Archaeologist II in other states
| State | Minimum | Maximum | Per year at full time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maryland | $55,710 | $87,867 | $55,710 to $87,867 |
| South Carolina | $46,206 | $78,540 | $46,206 to $78,540 |
Each state publishes its own range for a classification with this exact title. Duties, grade structures and bargaining units differ between states, so read each class page before comparing.