POSITION DUTIES AND QUALIFICATIONS
SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
Promotes the historic preservation program, and administers City policies for the protection of cultural resources. Ensures that City activities comply with cultural resource laws and regulations. Provides information and technical assistance to personnel, elected officials, property owners and the general public.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:*
Position Specific Summary
The Historic Preservation Officer position at the City of Tucson’s Planning and Development Services Department coordinates, promotes, and implements the City’s Historic Preservation Program in collaboration with the Tucson-Pima County Historical Commission (TPCHC) and in accordance with the City of Tucson Historic Preservation ordinance. This position reviews proposed developments for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations for the protection of cultural resources. The Historic Preservation Officer also coordinates historic preservation projects, and assists other departments, governmental organizations and the public regarding historic preservation and archaeological resources.
Work is performed under the supervision of the Planning Administrator. This position exercises supervision over planning personnel.
Duties and Responsibilities
Develops and administers internal policies and procedures for the protection of cultural and historical resources. Provides guidance to staff, governmental officials, other city departments, boards and commissions, and regional, state, and national preservation agencies regarding historical preservation. Writes historical reports, documents findings, drafts ordinances and related materials.
Serves as a staff liaison to the TPCHC. Coordinates with city departments, Pima County’s Cultural Resources and Historic Preservation division, Arizona’s State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), Arizona State Museum, Army Corp of Engineers, tribal governments, City of Tucson neighborhoods, and other entities to preserve and protect historically built environments, archaeological resources, traditional cultural places, and historical attractions.
Supervises historic preservation program staff and cultural resource consultants. Ensures compliance with City of Tucson Policies and procedures. Identifies and implements process improvements for historic preservation division. Supervises and coordinates the daily work of assigned personnel by establishing priorities, assigning work, monitoring progress, and providing training. Participates in the recruitment and hiring of employees. Makes recommendations on employee discipline and other personnel issues. Conducts regular performance evaluations, establishes goals and expectations, and provides feedback as needed. Reviews, approves, and oversees timecards, time off requests, and personnel actions for division.
Ensures good standing with the SHPO and the National Park Service (NPS) as a Certified Local Government (CLG) by preserving, protecting and increasing awareness of heritage resources.
Ensures that development activities, including private and public projects, within the City of Tucson comply with all federal, state, and local regulations for the protection of cultural resources including local historic preservation ordinances and policies, the Arizona Antiquities Act, the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties, Section 106 and Section 110 of the National Historic Preservation Act, and the National Environmental Policy Act.
Reviews development applications and plans for compliance with NPS Historic Preservation Standards and Guidelines and other applicable regulations. Provides information to applicants on the application process for projects in historic districts. Communicates with property owners, designers and other parties involved in development projects to ensure compliance of regulations. Coordinates the review of historical relevant applications by Tucson’s Boards, Committees and Commissions (BCCs). Presents Historic Preservation Zone (HPZ) cases to advisory boards, TPCHC, Plans Review Subcommittee, and other review bodies. Utilizes online permit system to track case progress.
Manages and participates in planning projects including historic surveys, general plan updates, neighborhood and corridor plans, and code updates. Maintains and updates inventories of historic properties.
Engages with the community by attending public meetings to raise awareness and educate the public on cultural resources and historic preservation in Tucson while also collecting input. Promotes equity and inclusion in preservation practice.
Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.
* All duties, responsibilities listed are subject to change.
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree
Work Experience:
Three (3) years of directly related experience
License:
Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
ADDITIONAL MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree: Anthropology, Bachelor’s degree: Archeology, Bachelor’s degree: Architecture, Bachelor’s degree: Historic Preservation, Bachelor’s degree: Landscape Architecture, Bachelor’s degree: Urban Planning
Work Experience:
Prior work experience in-Anthropology and Archeology, Architecture, Historic Preservation
License/Certifications:
Languages:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s in Urban Planning, Historic Preservation, Anthropology, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Archaeology or Related Field.
Two (2) years of experience in a supervisory role.
Five (5) years of experience in Historic Preservation, Archaeology, Architecture, or Anthropology; and experience managing review of development projects for compliance with federal, state and local archaeological and historic preservation regulations.
Experience with Section 106 review, compliance with the Arizona Antiquities Act, Secretary of the Interior’s Standards, and other federal, state, and local archaeological and historic preservation regulations.
Experience working with public boards, committees, or commissions.
Demonstrated skill in written and verbal communication.
ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:
Position Title:
Historic Preservation Officer
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Department Name:
Planning and Development Services Center
Department Link:
https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Planning-Development-Services
Recruiter Name:
Dmitriy Adamia (101058)
Recruiter Email:
[email protected]FTE%:
100
FLSA:
Exempt
Position Type:
Regular
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Full Hourly Range: $35.37 - 61.01 USD
The Full Hourly Range reflects the City of Tucson’s pay range at the time of posting. The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions.The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings.
With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours.
You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.
POSTING INFORMATION
Posting Close Date:
Applicants must submit their completed application by 12-01-2024 at 11:59 p.m. MST
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please see the special application instructions below and follow the directions for applying to this position.
Special Instructions:
Additional minimum qualifications:
Qualifications that meet the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualifications Standards per Code of Federal Regulations, 36 CFR Part 61 in at least one of the listed disciplines.
As part of the online application process, all applicants are required to submit both an updated resume and cover letter. Applications received that do not contain a resume and a cover letter will be considered incomplete and will not be considered further in this recruitment process.
Physical and lifting abilities/requirements are determined by position and are included in the position description.
Background Check: This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.
CITY OF TUCSON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status.If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson’s Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General’s Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD). Click for more information from ACRD about employment discrimination and how to file a complaint with ACRD
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