TxDOT’s Environmental Affairs Division is seeking to fill a position for Environmental Project Planner I, II, III – Historical Studies in the Cultural Resources Management Section.

This position assists TxDOT in compliance with the National Historic Preservation Act, Section 4f of the Department of Transportation Act, and the Antiquities Code of Texas. Candidates use their knowledge of American architectural history, cultural landscapes, cemeteries, and other historic places in reviewing transportation projects to minimize impacts to cultural resources and assist with permitting and agency coordination. This position involves a lot of public communication and community engagement at local, state, and national government levels.

Successful candidates will have a minimum bachelor’s degree in history, historic preservation, public history, architectural history, anthropology, geography, or related subjects. A master’s degree in any of the subjects is highly preferred. Candidates DO have to meet the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualifications (https://www.nps.gov/articles/sec-standards-prof-quals.htm). Experience with the National Register of Historic Places, developing public history products, and with the National Historic Preservation Act is also preferred. TxDOT is considering a wide variety of applicants for this position, from those new to the field to those highly experienced.