The Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) is a State agency dedicated to partnering with communities to help create a climate of success for Georgia's families and businesses. DCA offers a fast paced, challenging, and dynamic environment that requires attention to detail, pride in quality of work, and the ability to work as a versatile team player.
OUR MISSION
To help build strong, vibrant communities.
OUR VISION
For Georgians of today and tomorrow to have the opportunity to live and work in thriving communities.
Preferred qualifications:
Preference may be given to applicant with a master’s degree in Historic Preservation or closely related discipline, such as architecture, architectural history, or historic landscape architecture, and one or more of the following:
• Demonstrated experience writing National Register of Historic Places nominations, particularly for historic districts
• Experience reviewing and evaluating National Register of Historic Places nominations at the federal and/or state level
• Demonstrated experience evaluating historic resources for eligibility for listing in the National Register of Historic Places (analyzing integrity, evaluating resources according to the National Register Criteria for Evaluation)
• Advanced knowledge of Georgia history and historical development
• Previous State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) employment experience
Position serves as National Register of Historic Places (NR) program specialist, including general support to the National Register and Survey Program. Works directly with the NR Program Manager and three additional NR staff; works closely with Tax Incentive Program staff; and serves as the chief contact for program-related information and assistance to other SHPO staff including ER Historians, the Historic Resources Section Chief, and the Division Director, as well as the public. Serves as chief administrative support to the National Register and Survey Program, maintaining program databases, forms, and mailings in accordance with state and Federally mandated specifications. Administers the HPD library and constituent access to division research files. Processes and makes recommendations regarding assessment of eligibility submissions; reviews and prepares National Register nominations and supporting documentation; and undertakes research and outreach (including public presentations) as relevant. Coordinates administrative activities for the Georgia National Register Review Board. Provides professional expertise in Georgia history and historical development, and the research and documentation of historic properties in Georgia. Initiates, reviews, and develops historic contexts, and initiates and develops techniques for the identification and evaluation of historic resources in Georgia. Conducts site visits as necessary, including off-hour meetings and overnight stays. Participates in special projects as necessary.
Bachelor's degree in natural resource management, environmental science, historical preservation or a closely related field from an accredited college or university AND One year of experience in a directly related field OR Two years of experience required at the lower level Curator/Preservationist 2 (NRP031) or position equivalent.