Environmental Review Historian

Make a difference and join the DCA Team!  DCA gives employees more to do than merely make a living.  We are serious about helping Georgia's families live more abundantly with a greater sense of hope and achievement.  If public service, a great environment, and the desire to enrich the lives of others motivate you to do your best work, you should consider joining the DCA Team.  

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.

OUR CULTURE

DCA is dedicated to helping build strong, vibrant communities. We are a diverse team of highly competent and committed professionals who strive to help people and communities thrive through technical expertise, innovative thinking and a passion for making a difference.  Team members are at their best when collaborating and supporting each other as they perform challenging and dynamic work.  We are serious about helping Georgia's families live more abundantly with a greater sense of hope and achievement. If public service and the desire to enrich the lives of others motivates you to do your best work, you should consider joining the DCA Team.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) is a state organization 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.

JOB DESCRIPTION

This contract position will serve as an Environmental Review (ER) Historian on the ER team in the Historic Preservation Division of DCA.  The ER Historian will process project review applications for database entry, routing, and file management. They will primarily review U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) projects for National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) eligibility and effects determinations for Section 106 compliance and similar/related state and federal laws. They will utilize Section 106 program alternatives such as programmatic agreements and program comments to facilitate the review process.  They will assist in resolving adverse effects, including negotiating and reviewing agreement documents.  Additionally, they will provide interagency liaison support, technical assistance, and information to the public, along with giving presentations and conducting meetings and site visits as necessary. Furthermore, they will provide ER program reporting and assist in managing program files in accordance with established procedures. Finally, they will advise the ER Program Manager, HPD Office Directors, Historic Preservation Division Director, and other agency officials on ER-related issues and projects. As necessary, they will support other HPD program areas and support and participate in special projects.

DURATION

This position is funded through Disaster Recovery funds, as such it is subject to the funding provided under disaster relief efforts, specifically from HUD.  Initial position period will be up to a year and a half, with the intent to continue through at least 2032.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in architectural history or historic preservation or a closely related field from an accredited college or university and one year of experience in a directly related field.

-OR-

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and two years of experience in an equivalent position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference may be given to applicants with a Master’s degree in Historic Preservation, Architectural History, or Architecture in combination with minimum qualification educational requirements or other multiple degree combinations including disciplines from both minimum and preferred qualifications lists and one or more of the following:

• Experience with reviewing projects for Section 106 compliance and similar/related state and federal laws, including defining APE and eligibility and effects determinations
• Experience surveying for and documenting historic resources, including identifying/defining types and styles, as a consultant or as a state/local agency staff
• Experience with evaluating historic resources for eligibility for listing in the National Register of Historic Places and reviewing work for consistency with SOI Standards
• Experience working with property owners or agencies regarding preservation and rehabilitation issues
• Experience working with databases or other electronic information file systems
• Experience working with at least one other core SHPO program area such as Tax Incentives, Certified Local Governments, or National Register on a consultant basis or as agency staff

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position is currently designated as a hybrid (part in-office and part remote/telework) position.  This position is full time (40 hours per week) and may require occasional overtime.  Local periodic travel may be required.

PHYSICAL/SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

Work is principally stationary, but the person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc., and consistently operate a computer and other office equipment.

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.

Must be able to perform office-related duties.

Must be able to operate office equipment.

Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, applicants, and community agencies and other entities that provide services.

Must be able to perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Must be able to perform essential job functions in an environment that will sometimes include increased levels of work-related stress.

Must maintain punctuality and attendance as scheduled.