Job Information
Company Name
City of Fresno
Position Level
Supervisory
Job Description
Are you passionate about preserving history and shaping the future? The City of Fresno is seeking a dedicated Historic Preservation Specialist to lead efforts in safeguarding the city's rich cultural heritage. In this pivotal role, you'll manage the historic preservation program, evaluate significant archaeological and historic properties, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders to protect Fresno's legacy. If you're ready to make a lasting impact and contribute to building a better Fresno, we want to hear from you! Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: - Lead and manage the City's historic preservation program and ordinance. - Identify, evaluate, document, and register significant archaeological and historic properties. - Review properties for eligibility to local, State, and National Registers of Historic Places. - Draft nomination forms and oversee architectural survey contracts. - Manage historic preservation grant applications and recommend funding projects. - Collaborate with community groups, agencies, and committees on preservation efforts. - Educate the public and property owners on the benefits of historic preservation. - Prepare reports, correspondence, and technical documents related to preservation activities. Full job specification may be viewed at: https://www.fresno.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Historic-Preservation-Specialist_9_17.pdf The current vacancy exists in the Planning and Development Department. Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period at the City's discretion. If the examination process is suspended for this recruitment, the eligible list may be limited to three (3) months.Required Skills / Experience / Education
Requirements: • Graduate or Bachelor’s Degree in a related field. • 2 years of relevant experience. Possession of a graduate degree in architectural history, art history, historic preservation, or closely related field, with coursework in American architectural history OR graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in architectural history, art history, historic preservation or a closely related field; AND two years of full-time experience in research, writing, or teaching in American architectural history or restoration architecture with an academic institution, historical organization or agency, museum, or other professional institution; OR Possession of a graduate degree in history or closely related field OR graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in History; AND at least two years of full-time experience in research, writing, teaching, interpretation, or other demonstrable professional activity with an academic institution, historic organization or agency, museum, or other professional institution OR substantial contribution through research and publication to the body of scholarly knowledge in the field of history.US Citizenship Required?
No
Will security clearance be required?
No
Salary Range
$6,933 - $8,398
Other Benefits
BENEFITS: UNIT 13 Classification - City of Fresno Professional Employees Association (CFPEA) HEALTH INSURANCE: The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings. MANAGEMENT LEAVE: 60 hours per fiscal year for exempt employees. ANNUAL LEAVE: Accrue 15.5 hours per month with cash out provisions. SUPPLEMENTAL SICK- 40 hours per fiscal year. 80 hours lifetime maximum HOLIDAYS: Ten (10) City-observed annual holidays plus birthday and two (2) personal days. LIFE INSURANCE: Benefit equal to annual salary; premium paid by the City. LONG-TERM DISABILITY: Benefit equal to 66.66% of monthly salary up to $7,500 per month after 30 days of disability; premium paid by the City. BILINGUAL PREMIUM: PAY: $100 per month HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT: Eligible retirees can use remaining Sick Leave balance at 80% of hourly rate and other leave balances, if applicable, to reimburse medical insurance and qualified medical expenses, tax free. RETIREMENT: City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other CA public agencies. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security. DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program): an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits includes ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.Job Start Date
04/22/2025
Position Type
Permanent Full-Time
Travel
10%
Primary Language Required
English
Job Location
Location Address
City of Fresno Planning & Development Department
2600 Fresno Street, 3rd Floor
Fresno, California
93721
Contact Information
Hiring Contact Name
Personnel Services
Website
https://www.fresno.gov/personnel/jobs/