Historic Preservation Specialist

Prince William County Government • Woodbridge, VA

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About The Position

The Historic Preservation Specialist works in the Prince William County Department of Parks and Recreation’s Office of Historic Preservation, which manages 14 historic sites, including historic structures and cultural landscapes, and collaborates with community partners on cultural resource management initiatives. The role helps interpret and preserve Prince William County’s history by leading tours of County-owned historic sites, developing and delivering history programs and special events, and conducting historical research. The specialist engages members of the public and school groups and works with volunteers in support of the Office’s educational and interpretive mission. Strong public speaking and communication skills are needed, including experience leading large tour groups and school groups and working effectively with volunteers.

This is a part-time position. The schedule requires flexibility to work some evenings and weekends each month, as well as occasional holidays. The stated starting salary range is $16.66–$35.39 per hour. The position requires a high school diploma or G.E.D. and two years of related experience. Work may involve varied physical activities and light exertion, including lifting up to 20 pounds occasionally.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Two years of related experience.
• Strong public speaking and communication skills.
• Experience leading large tour groups and school groups.
• Ability to work effectively with volunteers.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes some evenings and weekends each month and occasional holidays.
• Ability to perform the physical activities listed for the position, including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
• Ability to perform light work, exerting up to 20 pounds occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently.

Nice To Haves

• Experience conducting historical tours and delivering public history programs.
• Experience developing and implementing history programs and special events.
• Experience engaging large groups, school groups, and tourism organizations.
• Experience in historical interpretation and volunteer management.
• A collaborative, team-oriented approach and ability to thrive in a small, energetic, forward-thinking team environment.
• Experience working at historic house museums or historic sites, particularly those focused on United States and Virginia history.
• Experience in historical interpretation, program development, and historical research.

Responsibilities

• Lead tours of County-owned historic sites.
• Develop and deliver history programs and special events.
• Conduct research on Prince William County’s heritage.
• Engage diverse audiences, including the public and school groups.
• Work closely with volunteers to support the Office’s educational and interpretive mission.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED