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 🔗Architectural Historian

  • Full Time
  • Kapolei, HI
  • $75,000 - $100,000/- USD / Year
  • Applications have closed
  • Department: Hawaii State Historic Preservation Division
  • Job Reference #: EX125283
  • Job Qualifications:

    Minimum Qualification Requirements
    Citizenship Requirement:  Applicants must be citizens, permanent resident aliens, or nationals of the United States. Non-citizens with unrestricted employment authorization from the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service may also apply.

    Recommended Qualifications:
    Knowledge:  Must be familiar with all applicable federal and state preservation laws, regulations, and standards.  Must demonstrate an understanding of the National Historic Preservation Act, Hawai’i Revised Statutes, Chapter 6E, the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties with Guidelines for Preserving, Rehabilitation, Restoring, and Reconstructing Historic Buildings, and National Register Program Guidelines for registration of historic sites provide additional technical guidance.  Must have proficient knowledge of architectural history.  Knowledge of Hawaiian architecture, architectural style, building types, or methods commonly found throughout Hawai’i, or the history of Hawai’i, is preferred.  Should also be familiar with Microsoft Office, GIS, and ArcView.

    Skills/Abilities to:  Prioritize in a stressful environment; read and interpret maps and architectural plans; plan and manage tax credit programs; work with the public and address competing agendas; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with federal agencies, professional or lay groups, public officials, and the general public.

    Recommended Education:  A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in architecture, architectural history, history, or historic preservation is required; a master’s degree or higher is preferred.

    Recommended Experience:  One (1) year of historic preservation or historic architecture experience is required.  Two (2) years of historic preservation work and experience working with a State Historic Preservation Office is preferred.  A master’s degree in architecture, architectural history, or historic preservation may substitute for one (1) year of experience.  A doctorate degree in architecture, architectural history, or historic preservation may substitute for two (2) years of experience.

    License Requirement:  Applicants must possess a valid license, type 3 or higher, to drive in the State of Hawaii.

    Quality of Experience:  Possession of the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for a position.  The applicant’s overall experience must have been of such scope and level of responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that he/she has the ability to perform the duties of the position for which he/she is being considered.

  • How to Apply:

    Please submit a completed Non-Civil Service Application (HRD 278) to:
    Department of Land and Natural Resources
    Human Resources Office
    Attention:  Erina Yokoyama
    1151 Punchbowl Street, Room 231
    Honolulu, HI 96813

    Applications may also be submitted through email to: dlnr.jobs@hawaii.gov.  Applicants must submit, at the time of application, evidence of the appropriate training (e.g., transcript or diploma) in order to be given credit for education and/or copy of appropriate license(s), as applicable.

  • Job benefits: This is a partial list of benefits; click on the application URLbelow and select the Benefits tab for more information: Paid holidays - 13days/yr, paid vacation, 21 days/year, State pays partial premium for Healthinsurance, State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees.
  • Physical Demands / Work Environment: Applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position effectively and safely, with or without reasonable accommodation. Qualified applicants with disabilities who can perform the essential functions of the advertised position are encouraged to apply. The State of Hawaii is committed to making reasonable accommodations on a case-by-case basis. Applicants seeking reasonable accommodation should be ready to discuss the accommodation sought so that a determination can be made that such accommodation is reasonable and would not cause the employer undue hardship.
  • Contact Name: Erina Yokoyama
  • Application Email: dlnr.jobs@hawaii.gov
  • Application URL: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/hawaii/jobs/5041122/architectural-historian
  • Application Phone #: (808) 692-8036
  • Application Address: Department of Land and Natural Resources Human Resources Office Attention: Erina Yokoyama 1151 Punchbowl Street, Room 231 Honolulu, HI 96813

Website State of Hawaii, Department of Land and Natural Resources

SHPD is comprised of three branches, Architecture, Archaeology, and History & Culture, and together they collectively strive to preserve and protect Hawaiʻi’s historic identity. In Hawaiʻi, looking back is an integral part of going forward. SHPD is a part of ensuring that Hawaiʻi’s treasured past is here for future generations to appreciate and learn from.

Duties Summary:

This position is located within the Architecture Branch and reports directly to the Architecture Branch Chief.  The primary purpose of this position is to manage and conduct project reviews pursuant to HRS § 6E-8, 6E-10, and 6E-42 for proposed modifications to properties under State or County jurisdiction.  This position is also responsible for conducting historic preservation consultations for federal undertakings, as defined in 36 CFR § 800.16(y), or when the undertaking requires a combined review under both HRS § 6E and Section 106 of the NHPA.  This position will manage the Local, State, and Federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentive programs.  This position will interact with homeowners, contractors, County, City, and Federal agencies to review and consult on undertakings that potentially affect historic resources in Hawai’i.  Additionally, the position will also identify architectural properties potentially eligible for listing in the Hawai’i and/or National Registers of Historic Places.  This includes conducting historical and architectural research as well as assisting in the preparation and review of architectural surveys and evaluations.

Salary: $75,000 – $100,000 (commensurate with education AND experience)