On-Call Staff Architectural Historian | Dexter, MI

Chronicle Heritage • Dexter, MI

7h • Remote

About The Position

Chronicle Heritage is seeking an On-Call Staff Architectural Historian who can lead reconnaissance to inventory-level surveys and assist with efforts to identify and document buildings, structures, objects, districts, and historic landscapes. They may also assist with developing National Register of Historic Places (NRHP), and local register significance evaluations and assessments of effect.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in history, architectural history, historic preservation, public history, heritage conservation, history, or a closely related field.
• Experience with the history, architecture, and infrastructure of Michigan
• Ability to conduct pedestrian surveys, including walking in rough terrain and challenging weather in various locations.
• Must demonstrate excellent attention to detail, a positive work ethic and attitude, reliability, and commitment to working both independently and in a team environment.
• A valid U.S. driver’s license is required at the time of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in architectural history, historic preservation, public history, heritage conservation, history, or a closely related field
• Meet or exceeds the SOI Standards for Architectural History
• 1+ years of professional experience as an Architectural Historian
• Strong verbal and written communication, and time management skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Fluency in Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat
• Familiarity with ESRI Survey123 and iOS software

Responsibilities

• Leading small-scale historic properties surveys
• Photographing and documenting buildings
• Determinations of Eligibility
• Conducting archival research
• Understanding of relevant architectural styles
• Working in remote areas

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level