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RESEARCH & PRESERVATION SPECIALIST LEAD

Architectural Survey Data Analyst(Contractual)

Recruitment #18-005406-0001

Introduction

This is a full-time grant funded, two-year contractual position with the Maryland Historical Trust (MHT), the State's historic preservation office, located within the Maryland Department of Planning (MDP). The position is located at MIT's offices at 100 Community Place, Crownsville, MD 21032.

GRADE

15

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Historical Trust

100 Community Place

Crownsville, MD 21032

Main Purpose of Job

The purpose of the position is to undertake a comprehensive study of the state's architectural survey program, focusing especially on documentation included in the Maryland Inventory of Historic Properties.

This contractual position will serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority.

POSITION DUTIES

MHT is seeking an enthusiastic and energetic Architectural Historian to fill the position of Architectural Survey Data Analyst.

Duties of the position will include completing a summary report of survey data by county, outlining the different kinds of survey data found in the inventory, levels of survey documentation, and re-survey needs. The study will include a list of significant themes and major gaps in the survey data identified by county, region or theme, and a report identifying priorities for future survey work throughout the state.

This job requires extreme attention to detail, excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills and a strong interest in working collaboratively.  Computer proficiency and demonstrated writing skills are essential.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:  Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Historic Preservation, Architectural History, Art History, History, Historic Architecture, Folklore, American Studies, or other closely related field.

Experience:  Two years of professional experience and/or preservation internships in one of the above fields.  

Notes:

1.  Additional graduate level education at an accredited college or university may be substituted at the rate of 30 semester credit hours on a year to year basis for the required general experience.

2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year to year basis for the required education and experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience or education in architectural history.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date.

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.

Successful candidates will be placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position.  It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.  Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.   

BENEFITS

Leave may be granted to a temporary/contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12 month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program (the Program), have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online application process is STRONGLY preferred.  If you are unable to apply online, you may submit a paper application and supplemental questionnaire (by the closing date) to:

Department of Budget and Management

Recruitment and Examination Division

Attn: Kigen Waugh

301 W. Preston Street, Room 608

Baltimore, MD 21201

For additional questions regarding this recruitment, you may contact:

Kigen Waugh

Email: kigen.waugh@maryland.gov

Phone : 410-767-4933

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

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