Historic Preservationist Coordinator

If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State’s career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State..Historical Preservation Opening Date:
June 16, 2026

Closing Date:
July 1, 2026

Grade / Admin Unit : 26 / Professional/Technical Job Class Code: 9244

Salary: $56,264.00 - $ 78,998.40 /Annually Position Number:

Location:

Augusta Telework:
None Currently, t his position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This is professional services work in coordinating all aspects of the Review and Compliance program and the Certified Local Governments (CLG) program in Maine. The implementation of both programs is carried out in accordance with federal laws, regulations and procedures, and involves considerable contact with the public, non-profit organizations, and governmental agencies. Supervision may be exercised over subordinate technical personnel. Work is performed under limited supervision.

Typical duties of this position include, but are not limited to:assessing the impacts of proposed undertakings on above ground historic resources;coordinating all staff project reviews and ensuring the issuance of responses within regulatory deadlines;participating in the development of memorandum of agreement and programmatic agreement documents;overseeing the administration and maintenance of compliance review files and databases;providing technical assistance, public education, and outreach to Maine’s CLG communities;reviewing

municipal applications for CLG certification and monitoring their compliance with program requirements;providing general technical assistance to members of the public engaged in local preservation planning efforts including the review of municipal ordinances; and participating in the development of the Statewide Historic Preservation Plan.public speaking to lay, professional, and academic groups.

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

REQUIRED:

Working knowledge of the National Historic Preservation Act, Secretary of the Interior Standards, National Register of Historic Places laws, rules, and regulatory requirements. Knowledge of department programs, policies, goals, and computer systems. Knowledge of sources, methods, and techniques used in historical research and writing. Knowledge of historic buildings. Ability to analyze and evaluate written, photographic, and map data relating to historic sites.

Ability to recognize various architectural styles in the field. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to communicate orally and in writing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A Master’s Degree and one (1) to two (2) years of full-time professional experience in research, administration, or management depending on the specific assigned option.

Preference will be given to those with a graduate degree in Architectural History, Art History, Historic Preservation, or closely related field, with course work in American Architectural History – OR – A Bachelor’s Degree in Architectural History, Art History, Historic Preservation, or closely related field AND at least two (2) years of full-time experience in research, writing, or teaching American Architectural History or Restoration Architecture at an academic institution, historical organization, agency, museum, or other professional institution – OR – have made a substantial contribution through research and publication to the body of scholarly knowledge in the field of American Architectural History.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Please submit a cover letter along with a current resume and three (3) professional references .In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes the month and year for any relevant experience listed. Your resume should include the duties and responsibilities associated with each position. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.

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