TPWD - Program Specialist I - II - III
(Historic Preservation Specialist) (00022730)
Organization : PARKS AND WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT
Primary Location : Texas-Austin
Full-time Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Travel Yes, 25 % of the Time
Salary (Pay Basis)
$4,044.00 - $4,733.50 (Monthly)
Job Posting : Apr 26, 2022, 12:08:03 PM
Closing Date : May 24, 2022, 11:59:00 PM
All applications
must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of
employment (month/year) and hours worked per week, name of employer,
supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If
this information is not submitted, your application will be considered
incomplete. Applications with “See attached" or "See resume"
will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Omission of data
can be the basis for disqualification; you may state ‘unknown’ for any
incomplete fields. If education is used
to meet the minimum requirements of the job posting, a copy of a college
transcript(s) issued from the registrar must be provided if you are selected
for an interview.
APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED
THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Work
In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be
considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions go to CAPPS
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MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL
SPECIALTY CODES can be found
at http://www.hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE: If you choose to claim veteran’s
employment preference including surviving spouse or orphan of a veteran as
outlined by the State of Texas, you must attach a DD214 at the time your
application is submitted. If you have questions regarding this requirement,
please visit our Veteran’s Hiring Reference page at https://tpwd.texas.gov/job/veterans/
FOR NEW HIRES/REHIRES: Health insurance is available the 1st of
the following month after a 60-day waiting period.
TO APPLY: Application must be completed online at https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en
HIRING
CONTACT: David Vesica, (512) 389-8459
PHYSICAL WORK
ADDRESS: TPWD Headquarters, 4200
Smith School Road, Austin, TX 78744
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Under the direction of
the Preservation Services Team Lead, this position is responsible for the
professional application of the Secretary of the Interior’s (SOI) Standards for
the Treatment of Historic Properties, The National Historic Preservation Act,
and the Antiquities Code of Texas.
Responsible for
reviewing architectural projects to be undertaken affecting buildings over 45
years old. Identifies historic preservation issues and recognize Areas of
Potential Effect (APE) in relation to historic resources. Performs physical
field inspections of APEs. Reviews plans for proposed construction
projects including drawings and specification documents to ensure adherence to
accepted preservation practices, SOI Standards, applicable codes, agency
standards, or state and federal antiquities laws. Advocates for the
importance of built resources on Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD)
properties. Provides technical assistance on historic preservation issues.
Assists in the
development of program goals, policies, reports, studies, and specialized
projects. Assists with management of historic resources databases.
Performs an array of research, policy, planning, and administrative
duties. Assists Team Lead in performing required tasks.
May write historic
structures reports or conduct technical assessments of historic structures
located on state park properties. May help plan, develop, and implement
architectural preservation projects undertaken by the Cultural Resources
Program. May coordinate restoration and repair projects and training through
agency programs and in consultation with maintenance staff. May assist
Team Lead in consultation with the Texas Historical Commission, the state
historic preservation office (SHPO). May serve as a liaison to division,
program, and field staff, interpretation staff, other government agencies, and
the public. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all
Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures.NOTE: Tasks and amount of responsibility will
depend on amount of prior experience and classification of position (i.e.,
Program Specialist I, II, or III).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Program Specialist I –
II: Graduation from an
accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science degree in architecture,
historic preservation, architectural history, or construction science;
Program Specialist III: Graduation from an accredited college or
university with a Master’s degree in architecture, architectural history,
historic preservation, or construction science, OR a Bachelor of Architecture
degree.
Experience:
Program Specialist I: No experience required;
Program Specialist II: One year experience reviewing projects with
historic preservation principles, adhering to the SOI standards;
Program Specialist III: Three years experience in evaluating built resources for
historical significance and architectural integrity;
Three years of project review experience and
experience with applying the Secretary of Interior’s Standards to projects
affecting historic buildings.
Licensure: Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30
days of employment, a class “C” Texas driver’s license.
NOTE: Retention of position contingent
upon obtaining and maintaining required license.
ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:
Experience: Program
Specialist II ONLY: A Master’s degree
in architecture, architectural history, historic preservation, or construction
science may substitute for one year of the required experience.
PREFERRED
QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience: Three or more years experience reviewing designs and
specifications and applying the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards to
projects affecting historic buildings;
Three or more years experience conducting
condition assessments or historic structures reports.