Duties and Responsibilities:

People:

Creates a positive team member experience.
Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills, displays a positive demeanor and team spirit.
Provide support to senior staff for historic rehabilitation projects
Client:

Conducts site visits as required in support of senior staff and execution of Part 1, Part 2 or photo layups
Values:

Research and prepare Part 1 applications – which includes developing historic contexts and architectural analyses for a building or district per State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) and National Park Service (NPS) professional standards
Help prepare necessary documentation for municipal applications for local review and/or Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) applications
Prepare cover forms for federal and state applications
Complete photo layup and photo keys and other figures related to filings
Manage associated project files for Ryan records and for distribution to client
Assist with administrative tasks necessary for the smooth operation of office
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience:

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree with strong writing and research capabilities (in History, Architectural History, Historical Preservation or equivalent preferred)
Minimum two years’ experience with historic tax credit application projects
Ability to communicate effectively verbally, and write persuasive technical arguments
Work experience in comparable federal, state, or local preservation programs is preferred
Strong organizational skills and initiative working in a fast-paced, time sensitive environment
Keen attention to detail
Ability to conduct research both online and in archives
Ability to multi-task and work independently in a deadline-driven and fast-paced environment
Computer Skills:

The candidate must have Technical proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud suite (especially InDesign)
Certificates and Licenses:

Valid driver’s license required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None required.

Work Environment:

Standard indoor working environment.
Occasional long periods of sitting while working at computer.
Position requires regular interaction with employees and clients both in person and via e-mail and telephone.
This position requires a fair amount field activity.

Exposure to workplace elements, such as dust, dirt, shavings
Independent travel requirement: 30 to 50%.