As-Needed Architectural Historian/Historian

Description

HELIX Environmental Planning, Inc. (HELIX), a growing, employee-owned California-based environmental consulting and planning firm, is seeking an As-Needed Architectural Historian/Historian to supplement the high-quality cultural resources management team across California. HELIX offers cultural resources, environmental, biological, acoustical, air quality, and GIS services to both the public and private sectors. Our cultural resources staff completes all types of cultural resources studies for a wide range of local, state, and federal projects.

The successful As-Needed Architectural Historian candidate will assist in conducting cultural resources/built environment studies for a wide range of project types throughout California, reporting to the Cultural Resources Group Manager. Responsibilities will include historical research, preparation of historic documentation including California Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) 523 series forms, assisting in preparation of technical reports and communications with other cultural resources and environmental planning staff, subconsultants, clients, and agency staff. With this being an as-needed position, the number of hours is expected to vary and cannot be guaranteed.

Why work for HELIX? We are an employee-owned firm, hard-working with a casual and collaborative work environment. Our employees describe us as Client-focused, Caring, Team-oriented, Focused on Integrity, and Flexible. We are excited to meet you!

Please provide a detailed resume or curriculum vita demonstrating your project experience and how you meet the requirements and additional skills listed below.

Hourly wages will be based on qualifications and/or experience. Expected starting pay range between $24 to $48 per hour.

HELIX is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and an inclusive work environment. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply regardless of gender, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service or veteran status. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs.

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Requirements

Minimum Requirements for As-Needed Architectural Historian:

• Bachelor’s degree in History, Architectural History, or a closely related field, or equivalent work experience
• Strong research, writing, organizational, and verbal communication skills. Experience conducting historical research
• Experience authoring architectural descriptions and historic contexts
• Experience preparing California DPR forms
• Familiarity with historic preservation and cultural resources management within the State of California