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 🔗Research & Preservation Specialist II – Easement Inspector

  • Full Time
  • Crownsville, MD
  • $21.87-$31.62 USD / Hour
  • Applications have closed
  • Department: Office of Preservation Services
  • Job Reference #: Recruitment #22-005407-0003
  • Job Summary: This contractual position serves as the Easement Inspector for the Easement program within MHT’s Office of Preservation Services and monitors and evaluates the condition of properties protected by historic preservation easements held by the Maryland.
  • Job Qualifications:

    Minimum Qualification:

    Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Historic Preservation, Architectural History, or other closely related fields.

    Note: Candidates may substitute a Bachelor’s degree (not in a closely related field) and two years of directly related experience for the required education.

    Desired or Preferred Qualifications:

    Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualifications.  Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

    Education:  A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Historic Preservation, Architecture, Architectural History, or a closely related field.

    Experience with photo documentation of historic architecture.

    Experience reviewing technical plans and drawings.

    Experience evaluating building and material conditions and assessing/researching appropriate treatments

    Experience with application of the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards.

  • How to Apply:

    For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service needs to be provided before hire.

    All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.  We will not consider information submitted after this date.

    The on-line application process is STRONGLY preferred.  If you are not able to apply online, you may submit a paper application and supplemental questionnaire (by the closing date) to:

    Department of Budget and Management

    Recruitment and Examination Division

    301 W. Preston St., Suite 608

    Baltimore, MD  21201

    Attn:  For inquiries regarding this recruitment, please call 410 767-7950.

    Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the on-line or paper application.  As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.

    Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling 410-767-3623.

    We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.

    Bilingual applicants are also encouraged to apply.

    TTY  Users: call via Maryland Relay

  • Application URL: https://www.jobapscloud.com/MD/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=22&R2=005407&R3=0003

Website Maryland Historical Trust

The Maryland Historical Trust (MHT) is the state agency dedicated to preserving and interpreting the legacy of Maryland’s past. Through research, conservation, and education, MHT assists the people of Maryland in understanding their historical and cultural heritage. Part of the Maryland Department of Planning, the Maryland Historical Trust serves as Maryland’s State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) pursuant to the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966.

This position monitors the existing conditions and conducts inspections of properties protected by historic preservation easements and works in coordination with MHT staff, the Office of the Attorney General (OAG), and other co-holding agencies to enforce the terms of the Deeds of Easements. This position requires extreme attention to detail, excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, and a strong interest in working collaboratively. Duties include:

  • Notifying and scheduling site inspections with property owners and co-holding agencies.
  • Preparing easement inspection reports, and notification to owners (in writing) of inspection results.
  • Organizing digital inspection photographs, and general easement file maintenance (easement files, vertical files, and database).
  • Identifying and presenting all easement violations to the Easement Subcommittee and OAG for review.
  • Drafting correspondence and tracking all violations until the violation is resolved.
  • Maintaining working relationships with the general public, property owners, professional agencies, and fellow Maryland Historical Trust staff.
  • This position may also be assigned other duties as necessary by the Easement Administrator, including assisting the Easement Administrator with processing changes/alteration applications and acting as support staff to the Easement Committee.