Heritage Preservation Leader

City of Fresno; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Fresno is seeking a Historic Preservation Specialist to lead preservation efforts, evaluate properties, and work with stakeholders to safeguard Fresno's heritage.

The role involves managing the historic preservation program, drafting nominations, and coordinating with commissions and consultants. Applicants should have relevant degrees and experience in architectural history or preservation, with readiness to attend interviews and provide transcripts.

Qualifications

• Possession of a graduate degree in architectural history, art history, historic preservation, or closely related field.
• 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.
• A valid California Driver's License may be required at time of appointment.
• Applicants must attach transcripts for education verification as instructed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the City’s historic preservation program and ordinance.
• Identify, evaluate, document, and register significant archaeological and historic properties.
• Review properties for eligibility to local, State, and National Registers of Historic Places.
• Draft nomination forms and oversee architectural survey contracts.
• Manage historic preservation grant applications and recommend funding projects.
• Collaborate with community groups, agencies, and committees on preservation efforts.
• Educate the public and property owners on the benefits of historic preservation.
• Prepare reports, correspondence, and technical documents related to preservation activities.
• Prepare for and staff monthly meetings of the Historic Preservation Commission, with supervisory support
• Manage the work of consultants supporting historic preservation programs

Skills

Research

Writing

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Education

Graduate degree in architectural history

Bachelor's degree in architectural history

Graduate degree in history

Bachelor's degree in history

Job description

City of Fresno is seeking a Historic Preservation Specialist to lead preservation efforts, evaluate properties, and work with stakeholders to safeguard Fresno's heritage.

The role involves managing the historic preservation program, drafting nominations, and coordinating with commissions and consultants. Applicants should have relevant degrees and experience in architectural history or preservation, with readiness to attend interviews and provide transcripts.