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The California Preservation Awards are a statewide hallmark, showcasing the best in historic preservation. The awards ceremony includes the presentation of the Preservation Design Awards and the President’s Awards, bringing together hundreds of people each year to share and celebrate excellence in preservation.

The California Preservation Foundation (CPF), a 501c3 nonprofit, was incorporated in 1978. We now support a national network of more than 36,000 members and supporters. Click here to learn how you can become a member.

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Associate Architectural Historian

Position Description


Your creativity is encouraged, and productivity is essential to the company’s overall success. GPA’s culture supports treating your co-workers, clients, and others with fairness, honesty and respect. This position requires that you communicate effectively verbally and in writing to promote proactive and professional project management and deliverables. Exceptional written communication and research skills are required for this position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduate degree in Historic Preservation, History, Art History, Architectural History, or a closely related field, with coursework in American architectural history AND

At least three years of full-time professional experience in the field of architecture, urban planning, or historic preservation; OR

Bachelor’s Degree in Historic Preservation, History, Art History, Architectural History or a closely related field, with coursework in American architectural history AND

At least five years of full-time professional experience in the field of architecture, urban planning, or historic preservation

POSITION OVERVIEW

Under general direction, the Associate Architectural Historian plans and supervises the work of lower-level staff in the areas of historic preservation; or without supervising responsibility, plans and carries out studies independently. Duties include but are not limited to:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/ DUTIES

  • Work as an internal project team leader
  • Coordinate with clients and state and federal agencies
  • Coordinate with third party consultants and professionals
  • Prepare scopes, budgets, and schedules for medium-sized projects
  • Attend pre-proposal meetings for prospective projects
  • Attend interviews for prospective projects
  • May act as a primary contact with client on small projects
  • Work constructively with other Architectural Historians, interns, and volunteers in conducting historical resource surveys
  • Manage scopes, budgets, and schedules for assigned projects
  • Represent GPA at professional events, conferences, and workshops
  • Prepare national, state, and local landmark applications with minimal supervision
  • Prepare historic context statements with minimal supervision
  • Prepare CEQA and Section 106 compliance reports with minimal supervision
  • Prepare HABS/HAER documentation with minimal supervision
  • Prepare Mills Act and Tax Credit applications with minimal supervision
  • Prepare design guidelines with minimal supervision
  • Prepare historic resource survey reports with minimal supervision
  • Prepare local preservation ordinances and programs with minimal supervision
  • Conduct interviews and formal oral histories with knowledgeable individuals
  • Define study areas and areas of potential effects for CEQA and Section 106 compliance reports
  • Develop survey and project methodology
  • Apply the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties
  • Peer review architectural descriptions and statements of significance and integrity
  • Finalize project reports and work products
  • Present applications and findings at public hearings and meetings

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Experience in the identification, evaluation, and documentation historical resources.
  • The ability to apply federal, state, and local policies, procedures, and programs related to historical resources.
  • Knowledge in historic preservation theory and practices, rehabilitation techniques, and architectural history.
  • Outstanding historical research, digital photography, historic architecture identification, and technical writing skills and oral communication.
  • The ability to produce technical written materials that meet the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards and Guidelines for Archaeology and Historic Preservation and other federal and state review agency standards and guidelines.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Must have a reliable mode of transportation, and valid California Driver’s License and Automobile Insurance and be a driver in good standing with the California Department of Motor Vehicles
  • Must be able to work effectively in a remote and/or hybrid workplace, and to participate in video conferences
  • Must be organized and efficient with time management
  • Must be very flexible, willing to switch tasks often and maintain a high level of availability
  • Must have excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work well with all levels of internal management and staff, as well as outside clients, vendors and friends of GPA
  • Must be trustworthy and follow directions
  • Must be available during GPA’s regular working hours
  • Must exercise good judgement when making decisions
  • Must exhibit strong business ethics
  • Must positively reflect the GPA brand

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift; carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and coordination including use of a computer keyboard
  • Must be able to drive for long periods of time
  • May be required to travel by air
  • Must be able to multi task and work amid frequent interruptions


Company/Organization Description


Do what you love and love what you do by joining the GPA Team! GPA is a mid-sized consulting firm specializing in the areas of historic preservation, environmental planning and biology services. We are team-oriented, and you would work collaboratively with your fellow team members and others to provide the highest level of service possible to our clients.

Pay Range (Annual): $80,000 – $100,000
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Job Type: Full Time

How to Apply


Go to this link and click on the open position to apply: https://gpaconsulting-us.com/careers

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