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🔗Preservation Planner
Website City of Geneva, Illinois
Description
The City of Geneva is a vibrant community dedicated to maintaining the historical character and beauty that makes our City unique. We are currently seeking a detailed and progressive Preservation Planner to join our team in the Community Development Department at City Hall. This is a rare opportunity to make a meaningful impact in Geneva and contribute to its long-term sustainability and vitality.
Reporting to the Director of Community Development, this position conducts in-depth research and makes recommendations based on preservation principles along with City code and design standards.
Examples of Duties
Regular duties include but are not limited to:
- Serve as the staff liaison to the Historic Preservation Commission (HPC); prepare meeting documents, ensure timely review of HPC applications, offer leadership and guidance at meetings.
- Provide counsel and technical assistance to property owners; thoroughly review HPC applications for accuracy, assist with ordinance interpretation and code compliance standards, review style guidelines, provide architectural design guidance, offer resources and alternatives when warranted.
- Conduct historic site/structure surveys; update the City’s architectural resources inventory and National Park Service certification.
- Conduct in-depth research and prepare reports to make recommendations to the historic preservation ordinance, landmark nominations, and special projects.
- Assist with site plan and development review; evaluate building permits, site plans and applications within historic districts.
- Conduct public information programs; prepare informational materials and oversee communications regarding historic preservation.
- Perform other work pertaining to community planning and zoning functions; collaborate with Community Development Department staff on projects, complaints or general occurrences relative to the historic district.
- Maintain up-to-date and relevant information for property owners and visitors on the City of Geneva’s website.
- Provide exceptional customer service to residents, property owners, visitors and community partners.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Typical Qualifications
Ideal candidates will possess the following, or have a combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Historic Preservation, Preservation Planning, Architectural History, Urban Planning, Land Use Planning, Architecture, or a related field;
- Two to four years of progressively responsible related experience; and
- A valid Driver’s License is required.
Qualified candidates should have knowledge of historic preservation and urban planning principles, architectural terminology, and municipal authority pertaining to historic preservation regulations.
Supplemental Information
The City of Geneva is an excellent place to grow your career. Our organization’s size offers the perfect opportunity to make contributions that will truly make an impact along with the chance to oversee unique projects as we look to the future of our community. If you are seeking a role where you can see the difference you make every day, can collaborate with a close-knit team, and enhance one of the Chicago suburbs most ideal communities, we would love to have you on board!
Interested candidates can read more about the role of preservation planning in maintaining over 180 years of rich history, culture and architecture in our City, as well as learn about the historic district and Historic Preservation Commission on our City’s website.
The City also offers a generous benefit package which includes ample paid time off as well as competitive health insurance options and participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund program (IMRF). The starting rate of pay for this position is negotiable with a range of $82,798 – $111,778. The anticipated starting pay is up to $90,000 DOQ.
Benefits
All NCPE interns received an hourly stipend, the rate is listed at each position description. Additionally, interns receive paid time off (PTO), paid Federal holidays if working full-time, and access to NCPE's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for career and personal counseling, coaching, and referrals. Project sites may also offer a housing allowance and/or commuting stipend; this information is also listed in the description or offered during the interview.
Eligible NCPE interns who successfully complete their internships may count their position towards earning a Public Land Corps (PLC) Non-Competitive Hiring Authority certificate. To be eligible to earn a PLC certificate, an intern must be 30 years old or younger (or 35 if a veteran). Once earned, the PLC hiring authority certificate may be used to apply for eligible Federal temporary, term, or permanent positions. Successful completion of a NCPE internship does not guarantee Federal employment. Contact manager@preservenet.org for more details.
Eligibility
To be eligible, applicants must be
*at least 18 years old;
*no older than 30 years of age (or 35 years if a Veteran) when beginning the internship; applicants who are 31 or older (or 36 or older if a Veteran) are not eligible;
*currently enrolled in a degree-seeking academic program at the college level (or recently graduated within the past 12 months)
*be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident.
Interns are not allowed to work more than 1200 hours total in the program; previous interns must stay within this overall limit. The length of an internship can vary from 10 to 30 weeks if full-time (40 hours per week) or longer if on a part-time schedule. If selected, the exact starting date will be determined by you and the NPS supervisor. The stipend rate is $17.00 per hour unless otherwise listed.
The successful candidate is responsible for finding and paying for travel to and housing at the internship location; some exceptions apply. The supervising office may be able to assist in locating housing but it is ultimately up to the individual accepting the internship to find accommodation.
The National Council requires all interns working in-person at Federal facilities and/or with Federal employees receive the Covid-19 vaccination. Please be advised that you may also be required to wear a mask, depending on the protocols adopted by your work site. Also be aware that, due to Government-wide security requirements, a background check will be required if you are selected for a position. This will include providing information about recent housing and employment history. The position supervisor will have more information about these requirements and procedures at the time of hiring. You may direct any questions to NCPE's Internship Program Director, Julee Johnson, at manager@preservenet.org.
Please note that interns are not NCPE or NPS employees. Stipends are academic awards and taxes are not withheld, nor are social security contributions made on your behalf. These funds may be taxable, however, so consult a tax preparation professional if you have questions.
How to Apply
You may review NCPE's internship opportunities anytime without registering. Use the search function to find listings by location, keyword, or area of interest/category. Once you identify one or more positions of interest, there is a 3-step application process.
Step 1: Click on the Apply for Job button, then select Universal Application. Click on Register to create a User Account, which requires a username and email. A link will be sent to you from manager@preservenet.org to create a password. We suggest that you add this email to your safe senders list so you don't miss receiving this important link. You will be instructed to Log In to Preservenet using your username or email and password, which will take you back to the Universal Application.
Step 2: The Universal Application is required to apply for all NCPE internships. You fill out this form only once. In addition to contact information, educational status, work history, and experience, it requires two attachments: (1) the 2 most recent years of academic transcripts. These may be unofficial transcripts if official versions are unavailable. A PDF is preferred, labeled Your Your Last Name_Your First Name_Transcript. (2) a resume or CV (curriculum vitae). Please limit to a maximum of 4 pages; 2 pages are preferred. A PDF is preferred but jpg, png, doc, or docx file types are accepted. Label Your Last Name_Your First Name_Resume. This form may be saved as a draft and completed later. Use the link provided to return to the form.
Step 3: Once you submit the Universal Application, you may browse and apply for NCPE internships using the link provided. Complete the application process by clicking on the Apply for job button found at each internship listing and upload the required Essay. Use the essay to explain why you are applying for an internship, including how your interest areas will benefit the National Park Service (NPS) and how the internship will further your studies and career goals. Be as specific as possible; there is a 400-word maximum length. Submit the essay to finish the application for that position. You may apply for a maximum of 6 internships during an application round; there is no limit at other times of the year. DO NOT SKIP THIS STEP!
Logging in with a Registered User Account and completing the Universal Application is required to apply for NCPE Internships. Please visit the Universal Application page to register for an account and complete the form. After logging in and completing the form, refreshing this listing will display the Job Application to apply online.