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 🔗Architectural Historian I or Historian I

  • Full Time
  • Oakland, CA
  • $30.00 - $38.00 USD / Hour
  • Applications have closed
  • Job Summary: Archaeological/Historical Consultants seeks an Architectural Historian I or Historian I to join our team immediately.
  • Job Qualifications:

    Required Qualifications:

    • BA/BS or MA/MS in History, Architectural History, History, or related field
    •  1-2 years relevant experience
    • Demonstrated ability to conduct thorough, detail-oriented archival research using both physical and online repositories
    • Excellent writing, proofreading, and editing skills
    • Knowledge of citation and bibliography formats
    • Familiarity with property history research (such as Sanborn maps, aerial photographs, building permits, appraiser’s files, historic newspaper research, genealogy, title search)
    •  Effective interpersonal and communication skills
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Acrobat Acrobat and Creative Suite, and Google Earth
    • For field work: the ability to walk on rough terrain, stand/walk for long periods, and lift loads up to 25 pounds
    • A current California driver’s license and willingness to travel to field sites throughout Northern and Central California

    Desirable Qualifications:

    • Meets the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Architectural History (36 CFR Part 61)
    • Familiarity with California and Bay Area history, specifically residential, commercial, agricultural, and industrial architectural styles and themes
    • Knowledge of CEQA, NHPA Section 106, NRHP and CRHR criteria, and the Secretary of the Interior’s Treatment Standards
    • Previous experience recording and evaluating buildings
    • Basic knowledge of GIS and citation management software such as Zotero
  • How to Apply:

    Please send a your resume and a cover letter to info@ahc-heritage.com. If you have relevant writing sample (such as a technical report or DPR form), you may submit that as well.

  • Job benefits: Health, PTO, Holiday, 401k
  • Contact Name: Jennifer Ho
  • Application Email: info@ahc-heritage.com

Website Archaeological/Historical Consultants

Established in 1976, Archaeological/Historical Consultants is a small full-service cultural resources management firm based in Oakland, California, with work primarily in the San Francisco Bay Area and nearby counties. We offer excellent benefits, flexible working hours, and a friendly and supportive working environment.

The Architectural Historian I or Historian I is a full time hybrid position (minimum of 30-40 hours/week), with time split between work from home, our Oakland office, and fieldwork. We are looking for someone who is able to work efficiently and independently on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while meeting established deadlines. The ideal candidate has a high level of organization, attention to detail, and excellent technical writing skills. You will be working on a wide variety of projects and collaborating with team members, clients, and other professionals.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Historical research at physical and online repositories
  • Preparing detailed land use and building histories
  • Assisting with historic context statements for properties, districts, themes, and cities
  • Assisting with field survey, recording, and photography of buildings and structures
  • Assisting with evaluation of built environment resources under National Register, California Register, and local criteria
  • Preparing CEQA and Section 106 technical reports and DPR 523 forms
  • Section 106 consultation with interested parties
  • Document production and data management