Alaska Historian I: Preservation & Public History

Natural Resources; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Natural Resources, Division of Parks & Outdoor Recreation, is recruiting for a Historian 1 in Anchorage. This position provides historical assistance to programs administered by the Office of History and Archaeology (OHA), including historic preservation, public education, and geographic name programs.

The role involves field work across Alaska, working with local communities, and producing reports and National Register nominations, with opportunities to engage in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in history, architectural history, or a closely related field with one year of historical data experience.
• Graduate study of history, architectural history, or a related field can substitute for the required experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide historical assistance to programs including historic preservation, public education, and geographic name programs.
• Work with local communities on preservation processes and National Register nominations.
• Prepare reports and historic documentation for National Register nominations.

Job description

The Department of Natural Resources, Division of Parks & Outdoor Recreation, is recruiting for a Historian 1 in Anchorage. This position provides historical assistance to programs administered by the Office of History and Archaeology (OHA), including historic preservation, public education, and geographic name programs.

The role involves field work across Alaska, working with local communities, and producing reports and National Register nominations, with opportunities to engage in