Historic Architect

Historic Architect
ID:NPSHACE-005-003Location:LowellProgram:NPS
Wage/Hr:$55.00Hours/Week:10Minimum Age:55
Qualifications:

Minimum of 10 year(s) of experience in architectural conservation OR MA/MS Degree in Historic Preservation, Architectural Conservation, Architectural History, or similar

  • Significant experience providing guidance on complex historic preservation issues that is professionally competent and in accordance with relevant laws, policies and standards; experience developing and executing multi-disciplinary projects focused on the study, documentation, assessment, treatment and monitoring of archeological sites and historic structures; knowledge of technical and science-based approaches to the documentation and treatment of archeological sites and historic structures; knowledge of traditional building techniques and materials
  • Experience required with Windows, MS Word, MS Excel
  • InDesign and other Adobe products
Duties:

Provide technical expertise and conservation treatment support for metal objects and monuments.

  • Support HACE MIMA Legacy Restoration Fund Preservation Crews by documenting existing and unforeseen conditions as they are uncovered during preservation activities. This information will be used to provide project documentation for 106 compliance, Part III documentation of historic structure reports and guide future preservation planning efforts as required by Directors Order 28, Cultural Resource Stewardship.   40%
  • Inspect and research historic materials as needed to make recommendations to HACE Preservation Crews for proper treatment of historic fabric when unforeseen conditions arise.   10%
  • Conduct inspections of historic structures in parks to assess their physical condition and determine likely causes of deterioration to character defining features. Recommend appropriate treatments. Information to be used in the creation of Historic Facility Maintenance Plans   20%
  • Compile project documentation for creation of record of treatment (Part 3 HSR) reports and section 106 closeout documentation .   30%

Other:
  • Overnight travel: Likely 1-5 trips of 1-2 days.
  • Health and Safety Considerations: Guidance and training will be provided on-site to ensure that enrollee is fully aware of health and safety considerations (every site is different and will involve different safety precautions and equipment). PPE will be provided, where necessary while on-site inspecting historic buildings
  • Required Safety Gear: PPE may include, but is not limited to hard hats, face masks, gloves, safety glasses, and other gear necessary to ensure that the enrollee is prepared to work in varied environments
  • Physical requirements: Ability to walk up to 0.5 mi on unimproved surfaces and walk and climb stairs and ladders through historic structures. Ability to work in varied and extreme environments, work in confined spaces.
  • Remote work arrangements are available for this position.

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