Preservation Architect HPO

Agency

Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division

Historical Resources

Job Classification Title

Architect I (NS)

Position Number

Grade

NC17

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) takes care of the things that people love about North Carolina. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state including 27 historic sites seven history museums two art museums five science museums four aquariums 35 state parks four recreation areas dozens of state trails and natural areas the North Carolina Zoo the State Library the State Archives the N.C. Arts Council the African American Heritage Commission the American Indian Heritage Commission the State Historic Preservation Office the Office of State Archaeology the Highway Historical Markers program the N.C. Land and Water Fund and the Natural Heritage Program. The Departments vision is to be the leader in using the states natural and cultural resources to build the social cultural educational and economic future of North Carolina. Everyone is welcome. For more information please visit . We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team!

Description of Work

The position provides specialized professional technical and administrative support to the Emergency Supplemental Historic Preservation Fund (ESHPF) a $17.14M federal hurricane recovery grant program. The work requires a licensed preservation architect with federal grant experience that conducts and oversees the inspection analysis and preservation treatment of historic buildings sites and objects. The position will oversee and coordinate activities relating to the ESHPF program in tandem with other restoration specialists in the State Historic Preservation Office (HPO). It requires specialized knowledge of applicable federal rehabilitation and restoration standards regarding the treatment of historic buildings sites and objects (Secretary of the Interiors Standards and Guidelines for Archeology and Historic Preservation).

This is a 32-hour a week time-limited position with the term of service lasting 12 to 21 months with full time benefits.

The range of duties includes but is not limited to:
- Monitoring grant projects during construction and collaborating with designers and contractors to help ensure work meets the Secretary of the Interiors Standards.
-Advising and consulting on projects to preserve buildings of historic significance.
- Providing advice and support to grantees.
- Evaluating existing storm damage and assessing potential for damage from future storm events.
- Reviewing and assessing development and construction plans for repair and restoration of listed or eligible National Register properties.
- Identifying and evaluating technical problems and restoration needs.
- Monitoring the approved mitigation of environmental impact to properties of historic or cultural significance.
- Reviewing plans and recommendations for protection and resiliency of buildings sites and objects from future disaster events.
- Consulting with other specialists on the complex issues relating to the preservation of historic properties which involves research of the structure specifications pertaining to its significance and recommendations regarding the effect of restoration plans on National Register listing.
- Collaborating with property owners local historical organizations and commissions other governmental entities and private contractors to research pertinent information and make decisions regarding preservation and restoration recommendations.
- Tracking benchmark progress according to schedules for internal projects and as outlined in grant agreements;
- Monitoring grant projects during construction and collaborating with designers and contractors to help ensure work meets the Standards;
- Analyzing construction budgets and aligning scopes of work.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $58613 - $69888

To receive credit for your work history and credentials you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form listed as general statements listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.

Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Management Preferences vacancy specific knowledge skills and abilities (KSAs) and are not required. Applicants who possess the following

Management Prefers:

• Working knowledge of building restoration conservation stabilization preservation construction technology and the analysis and evaluation of historic building conditions and construction histories.

• Working knowledge of the structure and operation of national state local and private preservation programs particularly the Secretary of the Interiors Standards for Rehabilitation.

• Working knowledge of North Carolina architectural history.

• Ability to effectively communicate technical information to professionals and the general public.

• Working knowledge of interpretation and application of building codes including ABA and ADA compliance to historic buildings.

Position/Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work Monday Thursday 8 hours per day (occasional evenings).

• Must be licensed by the State Board of Architecture (ArchitectsG.S. 83A) (must be renewed each year).

• The employee must meet the Secretary of the Interiors Professional Qualification Standards for history architectural history and/or archaeology as specified by federal regulations 36CFR61.4(e) and a valid drivers license is required.

This position is deemed eligible for hybrid telework under DNCRs Telework Policy.

Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.

** Internal State Government Posting Only current permanent and temporary NC State Government and/or University employees or layoff candidates with the State of North Carolina eligible for RIF priority reemployment consideration as described by G.S. 126 may apply.**

This position is located at:

117 W. 5th Street

Greenville NC 2758

This is a time-limited position subject to funding availability which may last up to 21 limited employees are eligible forState Benefits. Although the length of time this position will be active cannot be determined it has the potential to extend up to 3 years (36 months). If you have questions concerning the time-limited status of this position you may inquire at the interview.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelors degree in architecture or an engineering discipline related to the area of assignment from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of experience as a registered architect; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Qualifications: Valid license to practice architecture granted by the North Carolina Board of Architecture.

Section Description:

Eastern Office of Archives and History (known as the Humber House and located in Greenville NC) represents the State Historic Preservation Office in 27 counties of Northeastern North Carolina and implements the sections programs in the region including the inventory of historic properties survey and planning grant supervision the National Register of Historic Places the rehabilitation tax credit program environmental review restoration technical assistance for federal and state grant restoration projects local restoration technical services for governmental entities and privately-owned buildings and public education.

Division Description:

As the official state agency for historic preservation in North Carolina the Historic Preservation Office (HPO) identifies protects and enhances North Carolinas historic properties and districts through a coordinated statewide program of incentives information and technical assistance for public agencies private organizations and the states citizens. Section programs include: processing nominations to the National Register of Historic Places; comprehensive architectural surveys for counties and municipalities; technical assistance for the care and treatment of historic buildings; technical assistance and training for approximately 105 local historic preservation commissions statewide; management of a federal pass-through grant program for the federal Certified Local Government (CLG) program; and environmental review of development projects that may affect historic properties and archaeological resources. It functions as the state clearinghouse for federal and state protection and incentive programs for properties that qualify for the National Register of Historic Places. The position is located in a regional office - the Eastern Office of Archives and History in Greenville. The main location of the office is in Raleigh with staff also stationed in a field office in the Western Office in Asheville.

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Supplemental and Contact Information

The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge skills and abilities without regard to race religion color national origin sex pregnancy gender identity or expression sexual orientation age (40 or older) disability National Guard or veteran status genetic information political affiliation or political influence.

We are an Employment First state ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. DNCR supports pay equity for women establish paid parental leave for birth adoption and foster care and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes values respects and supports all members of our work community.

Application Process

Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

• Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the following: Education including high school and all degrees obtained Work Experience and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.

• Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions you must provide supporting information within the Work Experience section of the application to support your answers.

• Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application please log in to your account. The hiring process may take several weeks.

• Be sure to complete the application in full. Applicants are unable to submit more than one application to an individual posting. Only one application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59:59 PM on the night prior to the closing date.

Degree/College Credit Verification

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. If you have student loans becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit to learn more.

Veterans and National Guard Preference

Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach a DD Form 214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty along with the state application.

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS) along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.

Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22 along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) DNCR is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment DNCR will ensure that persons with disabilities or known limitations covered by the PWFA are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please contact the person indicated below.

Employment Eligibility

It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and DNCR that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).

CONTACT INFORMATION:

N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division of Human Resources

109 E. Jones Street Raleigh NC 27601

Phone:

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination harassment or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs observances and practices.

Recruiter:

Melissa Riley

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