Reference #: 4525699
THE POSITION
Are you a highly skilled historic preservationist with National Register knowledge and experience? The Pennsylvania State Historic Preservation Office (PA SHPO) is seeking an Historic Preservation Specialist to work as a National Register Reviewer, focused on assisting the public with determinations of eligibility and National Register nominations. Preserve Pennsylvania's treasured history with our team!DESCRIPTION OF WORKThe PA SHPO uses its resources to educate, encourage, and enable Pennsylvanians to value and preserve Pennsylvania's history and culture. Our dedicated team of preservationists, historians, and archaeologists work with Pennsylvania's historic communities to achieve positive preservation outcomes. Our role is to identify, promote, and protect the architectural and archaeological resources of the Commonwealth.This Historic Preservation Specialist will be a reviewer responsible for National Register of Historic Places nomination reviews, determinations of eligibility for the Register, and updating data in the PA-SHARE system for eligible and listed properties.Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time up to 3 days a week. Specific days will be determined by bureau directors according to bureau needs. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Two or more years of experience working on an architectural survey, an architectural restoration and preservation project or program, and a bachelor's degree in architectural history, American history, art history or course work in Pennsylvania history; or
Any equivalent combination of experience and training.Additional Requirements:
You must meet or exceed the minimum education and experience required to meet the Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualifications Standards.
You must have at least two years of experience writing National Register of Historic Places nominations, and/or demonstrable experience with nomination development, nomination review and editing, and successful interactions with staff, boards, and federal agencies.
You must have at least two years of experience interpreting and applying National Park Service guidance and criteria for evaluating archaeological and/or above ground properties for National Register of Historic Places eligibility and listing.
You must have at least one year of experience in conducting surveys of historic resources.You must be able to perform essential job functions.Preferred Qualifications (not required):
Experience working with a team of individuals and independently.
Experience using technology and software applications to manage historic resource data, workflows, and workload.
Experience in developing and implementing public outreach programs, conducting preservation education, and public speaking.
Excellent computer and word processing skills using MS Office products and data management systems such as the SHPO's PA-SHARE.
Provide your highest level of education and degree field, especially:
Architectural History
American History
Archaeology
A closely related field
Experience coordinating and conducting site visits and meetings t advise and assist partners.
Experience and/or expertise in the following areas/abilities:
Applying National Register criteria/determining significance and integrity of historic resources
Writing National Register nominations
Overseeing and/or Conducting Historic Resources Surveys
Historic Preservation Planning
Data Management
Report Writing
Public Education
Public Communication
Technical proficiency for the following personal computer applications:
Office 365
ArcGIS
Adobe Acrobat ProHow to Apply:
Your application must include a resume for review by the hiring manager. However, the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.Veterans:Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at [email protected] Relay Service (TRS):711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.