The Indianapolis Preservation Coordinator works closely with the Vice President on the Endangered Places Program in central Indiana, including a revolving fund through which endangered buildings are acquired, rehabilitated, and resold with protective covenants. Related responsibilities include:
- Working with design professionals on the review of construction specifications;
- Solicitation of bids and coordination and supervision of construction work;
- Marketing of properties through digital newsletter content and real estate showings;
- Investigation of new acquisitions and negotiations with private individuals or government agencies for the acquisition of new properties;
- Monitoring protective covenants on properties previously sold through the program.
In addition, the Indianapolis Preservation Coordinator is responsible for the following:
- Provide a full range of preservation services in metro Indianapolis, focusing on issues such as smart growth, sustainability, neighborhood investment, and downtown revitalization;
- Assisting advocacy efforts to save endangered landmarks in the greater Indianapolis area;
- Engaging with urban neighborhoods and providing staff support to Historic Urban Neighborhoods of Indianapolis (HUNI), a consortium of neighborhood associations located in or near downtown;
- Planning and coordinating various educational and community programs, such as technical workshops or those associated with National Historic Preservation Month;
- Assisting with technical assistance projects, developing content for Indiana Landmarks’ digital newsletter, and other programs as assigned.
knowledge of historic preservation principles and programs; Bachelor’s degree in historic preservation, or a related field, is required; Master’s degree is preferred.
•understanding of real estate and/or construction management practices;
•excellent organizational and communication skills, including regular public speaking; and general knowledge of computers, photography and grant writing.
Persons interested in applying for the position should submit a cover letter, current resume and references to:
Mark Dollase, Vice President of Preservation Services
Indiana Landmarks
1201 Central Avenue
Indianapolis, IN 46202
mdollase@indianalandmarks.org