Architectural Historian - National Experienced Workforce Solutions

Lowell, MA

About the Job

Architectural Historian
ID:	NPSHACE-006-001	Location:	Lowell	Program:	NPS
Wage/Hr:	$65.00	Hours/Week:	20	Minimum Age:	55
Qualifications: Minimum of 15 year(s) of experience in architectural conservation OR MA/MS Degree in Historic Preservation, Architectural Conservation, Architectural History, or similar Significant experience providing guidance on complex historic preservation issues that is professionally competent and in accordance with relevant laws, policies and standards; experience developing and executing multi-disciplinary projects focused on the study, documentation, assessment, treatment and monitoring of archeological sites and historic structures; knowledge of technical and science-based approaches to the documentation and treatment of archeological sites and historic structures; knowledge of traditional building techniques and materials. Experience required with Windows, MS Word, MS Excel, Power Point Adobe Acrobat; MS Teams, Outlook, Sharepoint Duties: Provide monitoring and technical assistance to ongoing Legacy Resource Fund (LRF) and Maintenance Assistance Team (MAT) project development and execution within Region 1. Working with HACE and LRF MAT crews, the enrollee will inspect structures to assess conditions and deterioration causes; recommend appropriate treatments that will meet the Secretary of the Interior?s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties and help to assure the long-term preservation of the resource. Support HACE LRF and MAT by inspecting historic structures in parks to assess their physical condition and determine likely causes of deterioration. 45% Inspect and research historic materials as needed to make recommendations to MAT for proper treatment of historic fabric when unforeseen conditions arise. 45% Other projects, reports or studies as identified by HACE. 10% Other: Travel Requirements: Approximately 4 trips of 4 days duration Overnight travel: Approximately 4 trips of 4 days duration Rental cars: Enrollee may use rental car or POV Health and Safety Considerations: Guidance and training will be provided on-site to ensure that enrollee is fully aware of health and safety considerations (every site is different and will involve different safety precautions and equipment). PPE will be provided, where necessary while on-site inspecting historic buildings Required Safety Gear: PPE may include, but is not limited to hard hats, face masks, gloves, safety glasses, and other gear necessary to ensure that the enrollee is prepared to work in varied environments. Physical requirements: Ability to walk up to 0.5 miles on unimproved surfaces and walk and climb stairs and ladders through historic structures. Ability to work in varied and extreme environments, work in confined spaces. Remote work arrangements are available for this position.

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