Architectural Historian & Preservation Compliance Expert

Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Public Employees Retirement System (PE

Job summary

Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, State Historic Preservation Office, is seeking a Historic Preservation Specialist in Carson City to lead architectural review, advise federal and state agencies, and guide surveys and documentation for cultural resources.

The role involves site inspections, preparing agreements with federal agencies, and coordinating preservation standards across agencies while promoting public education on preservation practices.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in archaeology, anthropology, architectural history, art history, history, historic preservation or related field with relevant experience.
• Alternates include a Bachelor's degree with two years of professional historic preservation experience or an equivalent mix of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide architectural review within the Review and Compliance program to support compliance with Federal and State standards.
• Review architectural survey reports and ensure documentation meets requirements; advise on adequacy of findings.
• Prepare and revise legally binding agreements with federal agencies and the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation.
• Conduct site inspections and provide technical assistance to State and Federal agencies on treatment and stewardship of cultural resources.
• Assist in establishing standards for reporting, evaluation, stewardship, and mitigation of cultural resources; support rehabilitation plans.
• Coordinate with agencies to ensure compliance with historic preservation guidelines and participate in public information efforts.

Education

Master's degree in archaeology, anthropology, architectural history, art history, history, historic preservation or related field; 1 year professional experience in related areas

Bachelor's degree in architectural history, history, art history, anthropology, historic preservation or closely related field; 2 years professional experience

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, State Historic Preservation Office, is seeking a Historic Preservation Specialist in Carson City to lead architectural review, advise federal and state agencies, and guide surveys and documentation for cultural resources.

The role involves site inspections, preparing agreements with federal agencies, and coordinating preservation standards across agencies while promoting public education on preservation practices.