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 🔗Assistant Preservation Director

  • Full Time
  • Saratoga Springs, NY
  • $45,000 - $55,000/- USD / Year
  • Job Summary: The Assistant Preservation Director’s primary role will be to assist with formulating, developing, and implementing responses, reactive and proactive, to key preservation issues.
  • Job Qualifications:

    Requirements

    Applicants must be creative, energetic, self-motivated, comfortable in a small office environment, and be able to multi-task.  Qualifications include:

    • Bachelor’s degree in historic preservation or related field required – such as urban planning, public policy, or architectural history – a master’s degree is preferred.
    • Experience working in a non-profit preservation setting preferred.
    • Excellent writing, editing, research, and analytical skills.
    • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced, often changing environment.
    • Self-motivated with good teamwork and organizational skills.
    • Strong public speaking and communication skills.
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher
    • Prior experience with website editing, email communication tools and social media preferred.
    • Available to work a flexible schedule to accommodate evening and weekend programs as needed.
    • New York State Driver’s License
  • How to Apply:

    Submit an electronic cover letter, resume, and references by email with the subject “Assistant Preservation Director” to:

    Samantha Bosshart
    Executive Director
    Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation
    112 Spring Street, Suite 203
    Saratoga Springs, New York 12866
    admin@saratogapreservation.org

    Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

  • Job benefits: Health and dental insurance, 3% Simple IRA match, and paid time off includes holidays, vacation, and sick leave. A relocation stipend will be considered.
  • Physical Demands / Work Environment: The ideal candidate must be able to complete the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Physical requirements include: ability to occasionally move supplies and/or equipment of up to 25 pounds, access files on elevated shelves/file cabinets, and sit for prolonged periods of time.
  • Contact Name: Samantha Bosshart
  • Application Email: admin@saratogapreservation.org
  • Application URL: https://www.saratogapreservation.org/about-us/job-opportunities/
  • Application Phone #: 518-587-5030
  • Application Address: 112 Spring Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866, USA

Website Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation

Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation is currently searching for a passionate and energetic individual to fill the full-time position of Assistant Preservation Director. This position will serve as a critical member of the Foundation team to help advance the organization’s preservation strategic goals, including advocacy and educational programs. Founded in 1977, the Saratoga Preservation Foundation is a private nonprofit that preserves and enhances the architectural, cultural, and landscape heritage of Saratoga Springs. This is accomplished through advocacy, education, technical assistance, and restoration projects. The Foundation is led by a diverse, volunteer board of active and engaged individuals dedicated to preserving Saratoga Springs. The Foundation currently employs two full-time staff, an Executive Director and Development Director, as well two part-time staff, an Administrative Assistant and a Bookkeeper.

The Assistant Preservation Director will primarily work under the direction of the Executive Director and with support of the Development Director. The Assistant Preservation Director’s primary role will be to assist with formulating, developing, and implementing responses, reactive and proactive, to key preservation issues.  Additional responsibilities include development and implementation of educational programs and communications.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Preservation

  • Provide staff support to the Foundation’s Advocacy Committee to develop and implement preservation strategies to address key issues within Saratoga Springs. Conduct research to identify and report on identified issues.
  • Prepare materials for the Advocacy Committee for review of Land Use Board applications. Draft advisory opinion letters in partnership with the committee and the Executive Director.  Attend and represent the Foundation as needed at Land Use Board meetings, primarily Design Review Board.
  • Assist property owners and/or their representative(s) with information about the architecture and history of their building, provide rehabilitation technical assistance, and/or land use board guidance.
  • Provide staff support to the Race Course Committee, which is charged with reviewing proposed capital improvement plans at Saratoga Race Course, the oldest sports venue in the United States.  Prepare materials and draft letters in response to the New York Racing Association plans in partnership with the committee and Executive Director.
  • Oversee the annual Preservation Recognition Awards. Seek nominations, oversee award selection, and assemble necessary materials for the presentation.

Educational Programs

  • Create, market and manage diverse educational programs, events, and tours that advance the Foundation’s preservation strategic goals. This includes in person, virtual and hybrid models that engage with the community on topics that highlight our community’s historic resources as well as preservation best practices.
  • Collaborate with historians, nonprofits (local, state, and national), the City of Saratoga Springs, and others to develop unique programs that broadens the outreach of the Foundation.
  • Provide research for the Historic Building Plaque Program, Historic Homes Tour, and local publications as needed.
  • Manage volunteers for educational programs and the Historic Building Plaque Program.

Communications

Create communication materials for advocacy issues and initiatives as well as educational programs, including press (newspapers, radio, and TV); social media (Facebook and Instagram), eblasts (Mailchimp), website, and print materials.

Additional Responsibilities

As a small nonprofit organization, all staff need to contribute to key events and immediate organizational priorities. During major events, such as the annual Historic Homes Tour, and at other times throughout the year additional responsibilities that may fall outside of the staff member’s primary job description will be assigned as needed.

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.