Building Program Specialist

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Nebraska State Historical Society
- Agency 54

Location:

Lincoln, NEHiring Rate:$27.212

Job Posting:

JR Building Program Specialist (Open)
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Job Description:

The Nebraska State Historical Society is seeking an organized and detail-oriented individual to serve as the State Historic Preservation Office’s (SHPO) Historic Tax Incentive Coordinator. As a member of SHPO, this position serves as the State of Nebraska’s recognized expert and administrator of the Federal Historic Tax Credit, Nebraska Historic Tax Credit, and Valuation Incentive Program, and assist with other building reviews.

The position will be accountable for reviewing applications, providing technical assistance on historic preservation to applicants, and communicating with National Park Services staff to maintain consistency between the state and federal historic tax credit programs. The Tax Incentive Coordinate is responsible for one of the most utilized programs with the SHPO. With that responsibility comes the opportunity to travel throughout the state to visit project sites, work with a wide range of applicants including seasoned developers, local governments, and small-town business owners, and have an impact on the development of educational materials that help improve and empower Nebraska’s historic preservation goals.

The Nebraska State Historical Society (NSHS) is a statewide historical agency that connects people to the past through our library and research center, conservation facility, interpretive sites, collections, and the state archeology and historic preservation offices. NSHS’s mission is to “collect, preserve, and opens to all the histories we share.” The SHPO and its department programs strive to fulfill this mission by empowering Nebraskans to build and sustain culturally vibrant communities by connecting to the people, places, and points of pride that define our state.

Look at what we have to offer!13 paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately

Military leave
156% (that's not a typo!) state-matched retirement

Tuition reimbursement (Depending on Agency Budget)
Employee assistance program
79% employer paid health insurance plans

Dental and vision insurance plans

Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government

Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service

Training and Development based on your career aspirations

Fun, inviting teammatesA safe and secure environment

At the State, we stand by our core values of treating others with dignity and respect, acting ethically in all situations, and creating an environment where our customer is our top priority. Apply to join our team today!

Job Duties:

Work with applicants and their architects/consultants to complete the application process for tax incentive programs, verifying that properties are certified historic structures, and answering any questions applicants or potential applicants may have about the programs.

Review and process applications for commercial, residential, and other projects seeking to qualify for federal and/or state historic rehabilitation tax credits.

Review plans, construction drawings, and other materials related to historic building rehabilitation to ensure compliance with the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties.

Provide technical assistance and periodic training for constituents, developers, local governments, and the public related to building rehabilitation. Assists in the development of educational and promotional materials and activities.

Manage tax credit files and other information related to the review and approval of historic preservation tax credit applications.

Other duties as assigned, including but not limited to helping other departments, contributing to the Comprehensive Statewide Historic Preservation Plan, assisting with sub-grant…