RESTORATION ARCHITECT

State of California; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

State of California, Office of Historic Preservation in Sacramento, seeks a Restoration Architect to support statewide reviews of historic preservation programs and provide architectural expertise under the Deputy SHPO. Requires valid architect registration and familiarity with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards and CHBC.

Position is permanent, full-time, with hybrid telework eligibility. New to State candidates start at the minimum salary; final filing date is 9/10/2026.

Qualifications

• Requires registration as a Professional Architect with California State Board of Architectural Examiners or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist in statewide review of federal Historic Tax Incentives Program and State Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit Program.
• Provide professional architectural support for diverse federal and state mandated programs.
• Demonstrate detailed knowledge of Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the treatment of Historic Properties, ADA, and the California Historical Building Code.

Education

Professional Architect License (Registration)

Job description

Job Posting: RESTORATION ARCHITECT

Department of Parks & Recreation

$9,712.00 - $12,152.00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 9/10/2026

Job Description and Duties

RESTORATION ARCHITECT – OFFICE OF HISTORIC PRESERVATION / HEADQUARTERS / SACRAMENTO

Please note: The Associate Architect eligibility list may also be used as an appropriate for the Restoration Architect. Candidates with Associate Architect eligibility must also meet the minimum qualifications for the Restoration Architect classification in order to be eligible for appointment.

The reporting location for this position is Office of Historic Preservation in Sacramento, CA. This position will work under the general supervision of the Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer.

The Restoration Architect shall be responsible for assisting in the state-wide review of the federal Historic Tax Incentives Program and the State Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit Program. The incumbent also provides professional architectural support for diverse federal and state mandated programs. The incumbent must have detailed knowledge for the application of the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the treatment of Historic Properties, ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act), and the CHBC (California Historical Building Code), and have possession of a valid certificate of registration as an architect issued by the California State Board of Architectural Examiners or the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards. and Education.

Training and Development Assignments may be considered.

This position is telework eligible- office centered.

State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Mathura Viswanathan at 916-445-7000 or email [e-mail].

This recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Office environment, in a climate-controlled office under artificial lighting and be required to sit for long periods using a keyboard and video display terminal.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• RESTORATION ARCHITECT

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-529350

Position #(s): 549-084-3953-002

Working Title: RESTORATION ARCHITECT

Classification: RESTORATION ARCHITECT $9,712.00 - $12,152.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Facility: CA Office of Historic Preservation

Department Information

The mission of California State Parks is to provide for the health, inspiration, and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation.

All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.

Department Website: http://www.parks.ca.gov

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a(n) Registration as a Professional Architect License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.

Please include a 1-2 page(s), 11-point font Statement of Qualification (SOQ). Failure to include and complete the SOQ may result in disqualification for interview.

• Describe your experience using the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties to review and consult on historic rehabilitation projects.
• Summarize your architectural experience related to historic preservation, including the reviewing of plans and drawings under the California State Historical Building Code.

Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your degree/transcripts and/or license along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position.

IF selected for the position transcripts will be required prior to appointment.

DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.)

SROA/SURPLUS Applicants: You must check the SROA/Surplus as your claimed method of eligibility and attach your SROA/Surplus letter as an additional document.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.parks.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:

Mathura Viswanathan

[phone]

[e-mail]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact: Sharon Comas - EEO Office

[phone]

[e-mail]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Eligibility Information

To be appointed you must satisfy one of the following requirements:

1. List Eligibility – Successfully complete the civil service exam. Click here for more information on how to apply for the exam. NOTE: Please refer to the exam bulletin for the frequency of administration of this exam.

1. Transfer Eligibility – Must have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).

1. Reinstatement Eligibility – Previously obtained permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).

In some special circumstances, candidates who meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position, but who do not have one of the types of eligibility listed above, may be hired. However, this is rare, and the preferred method of appointment is through eligibility as described above.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.