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Architectural Historian
Position Description
As an Architectural Historian, you will be expected to perform efficiently in a team environment as well as working independently in a fast-paced environment. You will also be expected to work with minimal supervision under the direction of the Director of Architectural History. Project work may include the following: documentation and recordation of historic properties; architectural surveys; historic context development, CRHR and NRHP evaluations; and effects determinations in compliance with CEQA and Section 106 of the NHPA, as well as local regulations. The position will support all of our offices with potential travel opportunities throughout the west coast including Hawaii. A positive attitude will best enable the historian to succeed in ASM’s collaborative work environment and develop mutually beneficial relationships with clients, vendors, subconsultants, co-workers, and management.
Qualifications
- MA in Historic Preservation or Architectural History
- Meet the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualification Standards in Architectural History
- Preference given to candidates with two-five (2-5) years’ experience
- Prior work experience in California is also preferred, with demonstrated ability in preparing CA DPR forms
- Demonstrated archival research and writing skills
- Ability to describe architectural resources utilizing terminology appropriate to this discipline
- Experience applying the NRHP and CRHR criteria
- Familiarity with the NRHP bulletin series
- Experience assessing effects/impacts in compliance with NHPA/CEQA
- Perform efficiently in a team environment
- Strong communication, organization, and time management skills
- Reliable personal vehicle is required
- Some travel is required primarily throughout southern CA, with occasional overnight trips
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required prior to the first day of work
Company/Organization Description
ASM Affiliates (ASM) has an immediate opening for a full-time Architectural Historian based in Southern California, out of our Pasadena office; the position is a hybrid of remote and on-site work (minimum 40% – 2 days in office). ASM is a 100% employee-owned company with more than 45 years of experience as a cultural resource management (CRM) consulting firm. We specialize in architectural history, history, and archaeology and environmental regulatory compliance services for federal, state, and local agencies and private proponents throughout California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, and Hawaii.
Additional Benefits:
- Competitive salary that is commensurate with skills and experience
- Group medical, dental, and vision after waiting period (if eligibility requirements are met)
- Company provided life insurance
- Paid vacation and sick time, plus up to 11 paid holidays per year
- 401k matching
- Bonus plan participation
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Pay Range (Annual): $60,000 – $80,000
Location: Pasadena, CA
Job Type: Full Time
How to Apply
Please apply by sending cover letter, resume and a writing sample to jobs@asmaffiliates.com using the subject line: Architectural Historian – California.