Historic Resources & Flood Adaptation Specialist

Commerce & Community Development Agency; Montpelier (VT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Vermont Division for Historic Preservation is seeking a Historic Resources Specialist to lead disaster recovery and resiliency efforts for flood-impacted historic communities. You will conduct regulatory reviews under Section 106 and state law, and evaluate Areas of Potential Effects to guide mitigation strategies.

You will manage the Flood Adaptation Application project, author a Flood Resiliency Booklet, and oversee re-evaluation of listings affected by buyouts or adaptations, with work in

Qualifications

• Master's degree in historic preservation, architectural history, or closely related field.
• Two years of professional experience in historic preservation or related program administration/management.
• Knowledge of Section 106 review and compliance under VSA regulations.
• Experience with flood adaptation and structural mitigation strategies.
• Ability to work in both office and field settings with travel requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead disaster recovery and resiliency efforts for flood-impacted historic communities.
• Conduct regulatory reviews under Section 106 and state law.
• Evaluate Areas of Potential Effects and advise communities on mitigation alternatives.
• Manage technical implementation of the Vermont Flood Adaptation Application.
• Author a Flood Resiliency Booklet and re-evaluate State and National Register listings for affected properties.

Skills

Section 106 knowledge

Flood adaptation experience

Office and field work

Education

Master's degree in historic preservation or related field

2 years professional experience in historic preservation or related administration

Job description

The Vermont Division for Historic Preservation is seeking a Historic Resources Specialist to lead disaster recovery and resiliency efforts for flood-impacted historic communities. You will conduct regulatory reviews under Section 106 and state law, and evaluate Areas of Potential Effects to guide mitigation strategies.

You will manage the Flood Adaptation Application project, author a Flood Resiliency Booklet, and oversee re-evaluation of listings affected by buyouts or adaptations, with work in