FEMA - Cultural Resources Specialist

CDM Smith; Aurora (IL); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a FEMA Cultural Resources Specialist to provide technical expertise in historic preservation compliance. This role involves conducting thorough reviews and assessments of projects to ensure adherence to federal regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in history or archaeology, coupled with excellent report writing and communication skills. With the opportunity to travel nationwide, this position offers a unique chance to make a significant impact on cultural resource management. Join a dedicated team committed to preserving our nation's heritage while working independently and collaboratively with various stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 5 years of in-field experience or 2 years with professional registration required.
• Solid knowledge of historic preservation laws and compliance processes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Federal historic preservation laws and regulations.
• Conduct record searches and surveys to identify cultural resources.
• Communicate with FEMA staff and local governments.

Skills

Compliance Report Writing

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Historic Preservation Laws

Computer Proficiency (Word, Excel)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in history, archaeology, anthropology, architectural history, art history, or historic preservation

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

40508BR

Requisition ID: 40508BR

Business Unit: FSU

Job Description:

The FEMA Cultural Resources Specialist:

1. Provides technical expertise to ensure compliance with Federal historic preservation laws and regulations. Conduct reviews in accordance with 36 CFR Part 800—Protection of Historic Properties, Section 106 Review Process.
2. Conducts record searches and surveys to help identify cultural resources and areas of concern. Reviews project descriptions, drawings, maps, and photographs to assess the potential of the project to impact cultural resources.
3. Produces cultural resource documents presenting research and analysis results.
4. Provides status updates.
5. Communicates and coordinates with staff within FEMA as well as local, state, tribal and/or territorial governments.
6. Performs other tasks associated with ensuring projects comply with Federal historic preservation laws and regulations.
7. May coordinate and complete basic to moderately complex site inspections to validate and record damage to assist in the FEMA Public Assistance grant delivery process.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in history, archaeology, anthropology, architectural history, art history, historic preservation or related field is required.
2. 5 years of in-field experience or 2 years of in-field of expertise with a professional registration.
3. Domestic travel is required.

Skills and Abilities:

1. Must be a U.S. citizen and be able to obtain a FEMA Badge, which includes a background investigation for a Public Trust position.
2. High competency with the use of computers and computing software (Word, Excel).
3. Solid knowledge of relevant historic preservation laws, regulations, and the Section 106 and 110 compliance process as they apply to undertakings and management of historic properties.
4. Solid professional compliance report writing skills.
5. Good organizational skills and ability to work independently.
6. Good communication and relationship management skills.

Job Site Location: United States - Nationwide

Amount of Travel Required: 100%

Assignment Category: Fulltime-Temporary

Visa Sponsorship Available: No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position

Driver's License Requirements: An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.