Historic Preservationist

· Provide information relative to historic preservation programs and practices to local governments, interest groups, and individuals within the South Central Tennessee region.

· Conduct an inventory of historic assets (ex: phosphate sites, transportation routes, wooden farming structures, historic events, etc.) as deemed a priority by the Tennessee Historic Commission and local governments.

· Assist local governments with tourism, cultural preservation, and planning efforts by providing an inventory of historic assets relative to their county or region that will assist in the enhancement of the local economy;.

· Assist with the nomination of properties to the National Register of Historic Places by preparing National Register nomination applications.

· Provide protection for significant cultural resources through the involvement in project review procedures established under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, Executive Order 11593.

· Oversee the implementation of Downtown Revitalization grants and loans.

· Assist in the preparation of Community Development grants as well as grant administration of those grants if they are funded.

Required Knowledge and Abilities:

· Knowledge of the national Register of Historic places and nomination procedure.

· Ability to perform environmental reviews and assessments.

· Ability to present consultations of Section 106.

· Knowledge of the Certified Local Government programs and advise Historic Zoning Commissions.

· Ability to coordinate survey efforts of undocumented historic sites.

· Ability to work with preservation partners statewide.

· Give technical assistance to communities and individuals.

A graduate degree in history, historic preservation, architectural history, architecture, or closely related field; or a bachelor’s degree in one of these plus one of the following: (a) at least two years of full-time experience in research, writing, teaching, interpretation, or other demonstrable professional activity with an academic institution, historic organization or agency, museum or other professional institution; (b) or substantial contribution through research and publication to the body of scholarly knowledge in one of these fields. Must show proof of $250,000 liability insurance and valid driver’s license.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person