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 🔗Cultural Resource Specialist – Architecture

  • Full Time
  • Hampton, VA
  • $56,000 - $63,000 USD / Year
  • Department: Cultural and Natural Resources
  • Job Qualifications:

    Qualifications
    ·         Must meet the Secretary of the Interior ‘s professional qualifications in architectural history having a at minimum a masters’s degree in architectural history, historic preservation, or closely related field with coursework in American architectural history or a bachelor’s degree in architectural history, historic preservation or closely related field plus one of the following:

    o   At least two years of full-time experience in research, writing, or teaching in American architectural history or restoration architecture with an academic institution, historical organization or agency, museum, or other professional institution; or

    o   Demonstrated contribution through research and publication to the body of scholarly knowledge in the field of American architectural history.

    ·         Knowledge of and experience in applying the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties; and

    ·         Familiarity with cultural resource issues on U.S. military installations and knowledge of Department of Defense processes related to historic preservation and cultural resources management is desirable; and

    ·         Preferred degree in Historic Preservation with a concentration in preservation law, materials conservation, architectural design, architectural history and material culture; and

    ·         Experience should include a combination of professional knowledge and experience working with applicable federal (especially Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act) and state historic resources and environmental regulations; and

    ·         Working knowledge in the conservation and treatment of a wide range of historic building materials; knowledge of laboratory analysis and/or scientific testing; comfortable working at heights in an outdoor environment; and

    ·         Working knowledge of building preservation, restoration, rehabilitation, construction technology, and construction history and the desire to further develop skills in historic trades methodologies and approaches to include the use of traditional hand tools as well as the application and use of modern means and methods and materials in the context of historic structures preservation, maintenance, rehabilitation or restoration; and

    ·         Preferred experience in performing assessments of historic resources, including historic research, field investigation, materials testing, report writing, preparation and review of construction documents, and project management; and

    ·         Experience in promoting a strong historic preservation philosophy including constituents, developers, organizations, government officials, and colleagues; and

    ·         Working knowledge of world, United States and Virginia history as well as the architectural history of the 17th through 20th century; and

    ·         Ability to support in the planning, conducting, and assessing of  historic structure and cultural landscape surveys and to prepare and evaluate National Register Historic Places (NRHP) nominations; and

    ·         Ability to support in the negotiation of appropriate mitigation measures and memoranda of agreement with outside agencies on complex projects involving potential adverse effects to cultural resources; and

    ·         Ability to assist in instructing and guiding others positively; and

    ·         Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to collaborate with a dynamic leadership team; and

    ·         Flexibility and management of multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment; and

    ·         Excellent communication and management skills are essential for this position, and

    ·         A commitment to the highest professional standards.

    ·         The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies

     

    The Fort Monroe Authority is committed to employing inclusive practices in our daily operations and is proud to be an EEO workplace and employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, national origin and religion or any other characteristic protected by law.

  • How to Apply:

    Applicants should mail or email their cover letter, resume, and completed application to:  human_resources@fortmonroe.org

  • Physical Demands / Work Environment: Office and field environments at historic fort, residential, commercial and special use buildings, including construction work sites and shop facilities not ADA accessible. Moderate lifting
  • Contact Name: Jennifer Curcione
  • Application Email: human_resources@fortmonroe.org

Website Fort Monroe Authority

The Fort Monroe Authority (FMA), a political subdivision of the Commonwealth of Virginia, is responsible for the long-term reuse planning and management of Fort Monroe, a National Historic Landmark and state enclave, with a focus on preserving its history and offering public access and recreational opportunities.

The Cultural Resource Specialist – Architecture will report to the Director of Cultural and Natural Resources & Fort Monroe Historic Preservation Officer (FMHPO) who represents the Commonwealth of Virginia as the on-site Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Historic Preservation and is the coordinating official at Fort Monroe, a National Historic Landmark (NHL) and National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) district(s).

 

The Cultural Resource Specialist – Architecture will work independently and at times in a supporting role for the FMHPO in the management of the FMA’s cultural resources to ensure compliance pursuant to the principles and procedures as stipulated in the Federal Programmatic Agreement (‘PA’), State-Level Memorandum of Understanding (‘MOU’) for Fort Monroe as well as the Fort Monroe Historic Preservation Manual and Design Standards (‘Design Standards’) otherwise known as the Governing Documents.

 

In addition, the Cultural Resource Specialist – Architecture will assist the FMHPO who acts as the FMA Environmental Manager in coordinating, maintaining and ensuring compliance with all site wide environmental permits as required by the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (VDEQ).

 

Responsibilities of Cultural Resource Specialist – Architecture

 

The Cultural Resource Specialist – Architecture is a member of the Historic Preservation Project Review Team, which is composed of an archaeologist and architectural historian (HPO). The primary role of the Project Review Team is the evaluation and consultation of state and environmental activities resulting from the proposed repair, rehabilitation and development of projects accruing on FMA property.  Each project is assessed for its effects on historic property, i.e. architectural, and archaeological resources in accordance with the National Historic Preservation Act, as well as the Fort Monroe Authority Governing Document.

 

The Cultural Resource Specialist – Architecture works independently and assists in project development and coordination with the Virginia Department of Historic Resources and other Consulting Parties and Stakeholders as required.   The position will also provide assistance in responses, assessing affects, recommending mitigation or minimization efforts, conduct site visits, and support consultants as necessary in project design development. The position at times will require working directly with design professionals, redevelopers and state and federal partners, as well as community officials and stakeholders.

 

Attributes to a successful Cultural Resource Specialist – Architecture would include their ability to work and support all project partners in their understanding of the National Historic Preservation Act and the FMA Governing Documents, as well as their ability to work collaboratively to resolve project affects and identify paths for no adverse effects, have outstanding written and interpersonal skills with the ability to build/maintain relationships, provide consistent consultation, and establish and maintain credibility internally and with all FMA stakeholders.

 

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.

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