Historic Preservation Specialist

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Dauphin County, PA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Historic Preservation Specialist with the Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission’s Environmental Review Division supports agencies in identifying, managing, and preserving archaeological resources during project planning. The position also supports improvements to collection management and review processes, helping protect archaeological resources while enabling responsible community growth.

The specialist helps agencies consider archaeological resources, supports improved consultation and review procedures with federal, state, and local partners, and develops and maintains digital archaeological collections records for accessibility and integration with PA SHARE. The role implements guidance to improve digitization and availability of collection records, assists with long-term curation and guideline updates, and collaborates with Commonwealth partners on cultural resource management plans. The specialist also provides direction to volunteers and interns and participates in meetings, conferences, and professional development activities.

This is a full-time position with work hours of 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. The position works remotely three days a week, with part-time telework subject to change. Telework requires a securely configured high-speed internet connection and an approved work location within Pennsylvania. Employees unable to telework may report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.

Requirements

• Meet the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualification Standards for History, Archeology, Architectural History, Architecture, or Historic Architecture.
• Have at least 2 years of experience advising and assisting state and federal agencies, organizations, and/or individuals with the consideration of historic properties and archaeological sites in project planning.
• Have at least 2 years of experience interpreting and applying National Park Service guidance regarding the evaluation of historic properties for eligibility for listing in the National Register of Historic Places.
• Be able to perform essential job functions.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working on collaborative team projects and completing independent tasks to implement team goals.

Responsibilities

• Assist agencies in recognizing and considering archaeological resources during project planning.
• Support efforts to improve consultation and review procedures with federal, state, and local partners.
• Develop and maintain digital archaeological collections records to improve accessibility and integration with PA SHARE.
• Implement guidance to improve digitization and availability of archaeological collection records for agencies, applicants, and consultants.
• Assist with long-term curation, guideline updates, and collaboration with Commonwealth partners on cultural resource management plans.
• Provide direction to volunteers and interns.
• Participate in meetings, conferences, and professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed