DOS - HISTORIC PRESERVATIONIST SUPV - SES - 45001107

State of Florida • Tallahassee, FL

5d • $52,000 - $55,000 • Onsite

About The Position

This position serves as the Historic Cemeteries Program Supervisor within the Division of Historical Resources, Director's Office. The role involves coordinating historical research and outreach to identify historic and abandoned cemeteries across the state. The supervisor will also be responsible for setting program direction, managing staff performance, and collaborating with various state and federal entities, as well as community groups. The position requires extensive travel, public engagement, and adherence to state and federal preservation laws.

Requirements

• Six (6) years of direct experience working in archaeology, anthropology, history, public history, historic preservation, or a closely related field in the humanities or social sciences OR Master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in one or more of the aforementioned fields.
• At least two years supervisory or project management experience in government, non-profit, academic, museum, or other cultural organization setting, or in cultural resources management field supervision.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws pertaining to historic burials and historic preservation, including Chapter 872, Florida Statutes and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act.
• Experience researching or preserving historic cemeteries.
• Experience documenting research, including documenting research methods and results through writing reports of findings, permit applications, thesis or dissertations papers, public or peer reviewed articles, etc.
• Experience as a spokesperson or representative in a public-facing program.
• Experience translating technical information into plain language for stakeholders, including colleagues, officials, and the general public.
• Experience traveling to conduct site assessments of historical or archaeological resources
• Experience planning and participating in public outreach events.
• Experience adjusting a work schedule to accommodate evenings, weekends, and after-hours obligations, including workdays longer than 8 hours.
• Valid Driver's License.
• A copy of college transcripts must be included if using education to qualify.
• Cover letter detailing how the applicant’s skills and experience align with the posted position, not to exceed one page in length, along with current resume or CV and three professional references with current and complete contact information must be included with application.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced coursework with a focus on historic cemetery research in archaeology, anthropology, history, public history, or historic preservation.
• Experience researching historic cemeteries and working with descendent populations.
• Experience supporting a grants department or administering cemetery grants.
• Experience organizing public meetings, including keeping records and recording meeting minutes.
• Knowledge of Florida history and culture.

Responsibilities

• Implement established guidelines and drive ongoing growth of the Historic Cemeteries Program in coordination with the Office of Historic Cemeteries and Ancestry Program Administrator and Division leadership.
• Determine the future direction of the program and the best use of resources for continued success.
• Coordinate the activity of two direct reports in carrying out historical research and outreach to stakeholders to determine the history and location of historic and abandoned cemeteries throughout the state.
• Create SMART expectations in People First and monitor and evaluate employees on their performance.
• Work with the Florida Master Site File and the Florida Public Archaeology Network to publicize the online Historic Cemetery Inventory (HCI) submittal tool and ensure permanent retention of data in the Florida Master Site File.
• Conduct historical research and data gathering as needed.
• Coordinate with the Department of Education to develop lesson plans for new curriculum and with the University of South Florida’s Black Cemetery Network to promote enrollment in the network.
• Support the DHR Grants Department through review of cemetery grant applications and deliverables.
• Manage the Historic Cemeteries Program Advisory Council with assistance from direct reports and administrative staff in the Director’s Office, including scheduling council travel, planning meetings, ensuring required public notices are posted, producing agendas and ensuring meeting minutes are recorded.
• Travel to confirm location and conditions of historic and abandoned cemeteries as reported.
• Travel to conduct outreach to partners and community groups to engage them in research, survey, and recording cemeteries.
• Travel to gather information and oral histories of elders and others knowledgeable about historic and abandoned cemeteries.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as required.

Benefits

• The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace.
• We are committed to enhancing our workforce through the employment of Veterans, individuals with disabilities and seek qualified candidates with diverse backgrounds, abilities, skills, and talents to join our workforce.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager