Historic Preservation Specialist

Note for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome.

This position may be filled at one of the three levels based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. The entry salary is posted above, with the intermediate starting salary of $56,712.48, and senior starting salary of $61,249.44.

Job Location: Central Office, Design Division, 601 West Main, Jefferson City, MO

Why you’ll love this position:

The historic preservation specialist architectural historian - non safety sensitive performs routine entry-level activities involving investigations of built-environment cultural resources, writing reports and memoranda, and addressing impacts of proposed transportation projects. Responsibilities are performed under direct supervision.

This opening is for one of our CAREER-LADDER positions which offers the opportunity for career advancement without having to participate in the competitive selection interview process. As you continue to learn, acquire new skills, and gain experience, you can be promoted to a higher-level position.

What you’ll do:

• Conducts built-environment investigations, including development of historic contexts and resource surveys in accordance with department policies for approval by the Federal Highway Administration and in support of Section 106 compliance.
• Assesses resources for eligibility for listing in the National Register of Historic Places including development of significance statements and justifications. Develops assessments of project effects on eligible and listed resources.
• Completes technical reports and memos, mitigation documentation, and legally binding Agreement Documents in compliance with state and federal preservation laws, regulations, and standards.
• Collaborates and consults with other agencies and key personnel to ensure accuracy and completeness of project needs and documentation.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree: Historic Preservation, Architectural History, History, Cultural Geography, American Studies, or related field
• Substitution of education for experience may be considered

Special Working Conditions:

• Job requires occasional, statewide, overnight travel.

More reasons to love this position:

MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found HERE .

At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.

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