Architectural Historian (Principal Investigator) - Indiana

ASC Group Inc•Indianapolis, IN

61d•Hybrid

About The Position

ASC Group, Inc. is seeking a full-time Architectural Historian - Principal Investigator for their Indianapolis, Indiana office. This role involves evaluating the eligibility of historic buildings for the National Register of Historic Places, Section 106 compliance, and Section 4(f) documentation, particularly for coordination with Indiana and Michigan Departments of Transportation and State Historic Preservation Offices. The position requires working with a team of archaeologists and environmental scientists and involves managing investigations largely independently while coordinating with the Regional Manager and Architectural History Project Manager. The candidate will also be involved in developing new projects and performing light marketing. In-office attendance is required, with potential for remote work after 90 days based on performance and job requirements. Candidates must meet the Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualifications Standards (36 CFR 61) for Architectural History.

Requirements

Master's (preferred) or Bachelor's degree in Architectural History, Historic Preservation, History, Art History, or a closely related field.
Minimum of 5 years' experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience) in cultural resource management, Section 106 regulations and compliance, and determinations of eligibility for the National Register of Historic Places.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Attention to detail.
Ability to work as a team member in a fast paced, collaborative environment.
Ability to effectively navigate clients through the Section 106 process.
Must meet the Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualifications Standards (36 CFR 61) for Architectural History.
Must have or obtain a valid driver's license.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Must successfully complete a background check, motor vehicle check, and E-verify check.
Provide proof of automotive insurance coverage.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working with the Indiana DHPA and Indiana DOT Cultural Resources Office is preferred.

Responsibilities

Evaluating the eligibility of historic buildings for listing in the National Register of Historic Places, for Section 106 compliance, and Section 4(f) documentation.
Coordination with Indiana Department of Transportation (DOT), Indiana Division of Historic Preservation and Archaeology (DHPA), Michigan DOT, and Michigan State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO).
Working with a team including archaeologists and environmental scientists.
Managing or conducting investigations largely independently.
Coordinating with the Regional Manager and Architectural History Project Manager.
Developing new projects.
Perform literature reviews and records checks.
Conduct research at archives/historical organizations.
Conduct field investigations.
Complete Historic Resource Survey Forms.
Complete Determination of Effect Evaluations.
Coordinate and compete resolution of adverse effects.
Complete Section 4(f) Evaluations.
Coordinate and communicate with consulting parties and clients.
Coordinate with state agencies (primarily State DOT and State SHPO).
Conduct light marketing.
Prepare proposals and cost estimates.
Attend client/agency, consulting party, and public meetings.