Architectural Historian II (Engineering)
CRA seeks aMid-Level Architectural Historianto work in association with our Knoxville, Tennessee office.
Employment Type: Salaried; Full-Time
Compensation: $50,000 to $70,000, depending on experience
Benefits:
Medical, Vision, Dental, Life (99% of employee medical coverage paid by employer)
Flexible Spending Plan offered 401(k) (up to 5% employer matched) Life insurance (100% paid by employer) Supplemental insurance policies offered (short-term disability, cancer, hospitalization) Paid holidays (10 days per year) Paid Time Off (80 hours for Year 1; 120 hours for Year 2; and 160 hours for Year 3), and employees that have been with the company 10 years or more get 5 weeks (200 hours) of PTO Paid Family Leave. New mothers and fathers both get one week paid leave. New mothers get a short term disability benefit that is paid by the company. Professional development stipend ($1,000 per year)
DESCRIPTION
Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc. seeks a mid-level Architectural Historian to work out of our Knoxville, TN office. Applicants should have an understanding of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) and applicable Section 106 regulations. Previous experience with some or all of the following is required: architectural resource surveys, Section 106 compliance, and/or National Register of Historic Places nominations. Previous experience with HABS/HAER documentation, design guidelines, historic structure reports, preservation planning, and/or researching and designing interpretive materials such as signage and brochures also is desirable. Knowledge of Tennessee Historical Commission and Tennessee Department of Transportation survey guidelines is a plus.
Join us, as we celebrate our 42nd year in business! For over four decades, CRA has been recognized as one of the most respected, full-service cultural resource consulting firms in the United States. This success is directly attributed to CRAs retention of an experienced, highly-skilled, multi-disciplinary team of cultural resource management professionals. With an understanding that it is the expertise and dedication of our team that forms the foundation of our reputation for high-quality work, CRA invests in its people and their professional development, and fosters a collaborative environment that emphasizes teamwork. The archaeologists, architectural historians, and historic preservation professionals that CRA employs, many of whom are leaders in their fields, are the core of our success. Join our team and grow with us!
Responsibilities:
Completing historic architectural resource surveys from start to finish, including background research, context development, field documentation, report writing, and survey form preparation. Evaluating historic architectural resources in relation to the National Register of Historic Places (NHRP) criteria and within the framework of the historic and architectural contexts developed for the project. Assessing the effects of proposed undertakings on identified historic properties, in accordance with the regulations found at 36CFR Part 800. Developing recommendations for the elimination, minimization, or mitigation of adverse effects (when appropriate), and assisting clients with Section 106 consultation to resolve adverse effects. Leading, or contributing to, the development of other types of historic preservation documents, including National Register nominations, state-level and HABS/HAER/HALS documentation, historic context studies, historic preservation plans, and other projects as assigned.
Qualifications:
Possess a Masters degree in historic preservation, architectural history, history, or related field; Meet the Secretary of the Interiors Professional Qualifications in Architectural History; Demonstrate at least three years of relevant experience; Work well independently and as a team member; Have excellent technical writing skills; Be able to work within project budgets and schedules; and Have the flexibility to travel overnight for projects.
Have additional qualifications? Let us know where you excel!
Please indicate when you will be available, and submit rsum and three references to the following link: CRA job application portal
If you have questions, please contact Bridgette Robinson via email atbarobinson@crai-ky.com, or mail to Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc., 151 Walton Avenue, Lexington, Kentucky 40508 ATTN: B. Robinson.
Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc. employees are required to undergo a background check that includes driving history. CRA reserves the right to perform drug/alcohol testing as a condition of continued employment. Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
