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 🔗Historic Preservation Specialist

  • Part Time
  • Ypsilanti, MI
  • $31,500 - $39,000/- USD / Year
  • September 15, 2026
  • Department: Office of Community and Economic Development
  • Job Qualifications:
    • EDUCATION: Possession of a master’s degree in historic preservation, history, archaeology, anthropology , or closely related field of study. Candidate may qualify with a possession of a bachelor’s degree in architectural history, art history, historic preservation, or closely related field AND host substantial contribution through research and publication to the body of scholarly knowledge in the field of American architectural history.
    • EXPERIENCE: At minimum two (2) 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.
      This description intends to identify the major duties and requirements of the job and should not be interpreted as all inclusive. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related duties other than those outlined above and may be required to specific job-related knowledge for successful job performance.
    • Knowledge of historic preservation related activities and compliance with federally defined qualifications under 36 CFR part 61.
    • Understanding of basic GIS including Storymaps or proven ability to learn.
    • Goal setting, program development, project scopes, identification of stakeholders, metric development, project management, reporting and project oversight.
    • Principles and practices of historic preservation and heritage tourism, tools and applicable laws and regulations.
    • Group facilitation techniques including consensus development and conflict resolution.
    • Research, data analysis and report preparation techniques.
    • Basic principles of public administration, including the functions of elected and policy-making Boards and Commissions.
    • Demonstrated ability to show results through collaborative efforts with multiple stakeholders.
    • Ability to perform a variety of professional-level program and project management work without close supervision and meet critical deadlines.
    • Entering and retrieving information from a computer with sufficient speed and accuracy to perform the required work.
  • How to Apply:

    Apply electronically via: https://secure.ewashtenaw.org/hrjobs/AppViewPosting.do?postingId=16819

  • Physical Demands / Work Environment: Duties require sufficient mobility to work in a normal office setting and conduct basic outdoor survey in urban and rural environments; and use standard office equipment, including a computer, camera, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, hearing and speech sufficient to communicate in person or over the telephone. These requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodation.
  • Contact Name: Nathan Voght
  • Application Email: voghtn@washtenaw.org
  • Application URL: https://secure.ewashtenaw.org/hrjobs/AppViewPosting.do?postingId=16819
  • Application Phone #: 734-544-3055
  • Application Address: 415 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Website Washtenaw County

Washtenaw County Historic Preservation is a program of the Office of Community and Economic Development. As Michigan's only county-wide Certified Local Government. With 17 county level historic districts, Washtenaw County Historic Preservation program is an award-winning program dedicated to the preservation of Washtenaw County's historic resources.

The Historic Preservation Program Specialist leads and manages historic preservation and heritage tourism programs and projects for Washtenaw County. The position administers local historic district activities, supports the Historic District Commission, coordinates Certificate of Appropriateness applications, conducts historic resource surveys, and provides technical assistance to property owners, local governments, nonprofit organizations, and partner agencies.

The position also develops and manages preservation initiatives, grants, contracts, project budgets, and partnerships; prepares Section 106 documentation for HUD-funded projects; and works closely with the Michigan State Historic Preservation Office and other public and private stakeholders. Responsibilities include preparing reports and presentations, maintaining program records, conducting site visits, managing interns, and communicating preservation programs to a variety of audiences.

Successful candidates will have strong knowledge of historic preservation principles, applicable laws and regulations, project and grant management, public administration, stakeholder engagement, research, and technical writing. The role requires the ability to independently manage multiple projects, facilitate collaboration among diverse partners, meet deadlines, and satisfy applicable professional qualification standards under 36 CFR Part 61.

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.