HISTORIC PRESERVATIONIST - 45001108

State of Florida•Tallahassee, FL

6d•$42,000 - $45,000•Onsite

About The Position

This position is within the Department of State, Division of Historical Resources, Director’s Office. It is an Open Competitive position within the Career Service pay plan. The salary range is $42,000 - $45,000. The posting closing date is 10/08/2026.

Requirements

Four (4) years of experience working in archaeology, anthropology, historic preservation, or architectural history or a closely related field in the social sciences. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for the required years of experience. College transcripts must be submitted if using education to qualify.
Current resume and cover letter detailing how the applicant’s skills and experience align with the posted position, not to exceed one page in length.
Three professional references with current and complete contact information.
Advanced experience using ArcGIS Pro Desktop software and the ability to georeference historic maps and aerial images; digitize points and polygon features; and use other analysis tools for the identification of historic cemeteries. Applicants must submit a work sample (e.g., an .aprx project, geodatabase, or produced map) demonstrating tool-level ArcGIS Pro Desktop competency.
Knowledge of cemetery studies, including the development, cultural significance, and material characteristics of historic cemeteries and their features.
Ability to conduct research and apply deductive reasoning to arrive at logical conclusions.
Ability to travel, conduct site visits, and plan and participate in events related to the program and public outreach.
Ability to adjust work schedule to accommodate evenings, weekends, and after-hours obligations, including workdays longer than 8 hours.
Valid Driver's License.
Knowledge of cemetery studies, including the development, cultural significance, and material characteristics of historic cemeteries and their features.
Advanced experience using ArcGIS Pro Desktop software and ability to georeference historic maps and aerial imagery; digitize points and polygon features; and use other analysis tools for the identification of historic cemeteries.
Ability to use vital records such as census records, death records and deeds to conduct geological and land use research.
Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office suite applications and the ability to learn new software as needed.
Ability to conduct research and apply deductive reasoning to arrive at logical conclusions.
Ability to apply cross-disciplinary research methodologies to research historical sites and the individuals associated with them.
Ability to communicate and convey ideas clearly, both verbally and in writing, work effectively in a team environment, establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, subordinates, and superiors.
Ability to travel, conduct site visits, and plan and participate in events related to the program and public outreach.
Ability to adjust work schedule to accommodate evenings, weekends, and after-hours obligations, including workdays longer than 8 hours.
Ability to stoop, squat, reach, bend, stretch, crawl, climb and/or twist.
Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
Ability to work in densely vegetated and remote areas.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in anthropology or archaeology
Experience using online data sources to evaluate and extrapolate data related to Florida’s historic cemeteries.
Experience using vital records to conduct genealogical and land use research.
Experience researching historic cemeteries and descendent populations.
Experience researching historic African American cemeteries.
Genealogical board certification (CG or CGL).
Knowledge of Florida’s cemetery laws.
Knowledge of the National Park Service cemetery preservation standards.
Direct experience working in the field of Cultural Resource Management.
Knowledge of the Division of Historical Resources module 3.

Responsibilities

Use aerial imagery, online resources, and archival documentation to identify cemeteries to be added to the Florida Master Site File. Use ArcGIS Pro Desktop software to create maps and conduct analyses.
Conduct historical research to verify the location of historic and abandoned cemeteries throughout the state as well as research their history for inclusion in the Florida Master Site File.
Assist with public communication and outreach, including updating the Historic Cemeteries Program page on the State’s website, drafting press releases and social media posts, providing guidance to individuals interested in placement of historical cemetery markers for forgotten, lost, abandoned, or erased cemeteries and communicating the program’s mission, achievements, and future goals to diverse audiences including colleagues, scholars, and the general public.
Conduct genealogical research to identify both ancestral and living families associated with historic and abandoned cemeteries.
Contribute to the development of curriculum for K-12 and undergraduate students relating to abandoned and historic cemeteries, with a focus on citizenship, social responsibility, and history.
Travel to confirm location and conditions of historic and abandoned cemeteries as reported, conduct outreach to partners and community groups to engage them in research, survey, and recording cemeteries, and gather information and oral histories of elders and others knowledgeable about historic and abandoned cemeteries.
Build and maintain an archive of reference material to include both electronic documents and links to organizations aligned with the program’s mission.
Provide administrative support to the Historic Cemeteries Program Advisory Council, including scheduling appointments, planning meetings, compiling agendas, taking meeting minutes, and supporting council travel with assistance from administrative staff in Director’s Office.
Additional duties and responsibilities as required.