Historic Preservation Spec II

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy Job Posting closes: November 11, 2026 Required documents uploaded by: November 11, 2026 Agency Information: Kansas Historical Society, 6425 SW 6th Avenue, Topeka, KS 66615-1099 About the Position Who can apply: Anyone Qualified Classified/Unclassified Service: Classified Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Work Schedule: 8 a.

m. -5 p.m. Monday through Friday Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes Search Keywords: Compensation: $22.38 * Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications. Employment Benefits Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage Sick & Vacation leave Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually) Fitness Centers in select locations Employee discounts with the STAR Program Retirement and deferred compensation programs Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information… Position Summary & Responsibilities Position Summary: This position is responsible for timely reviews of projects in accordance with state and federal laws for the protection of historic properties; educates public and government officials about protective laws; reviews projects submitted by property owners, federal and state agencies and local governments through the Kansas Review & Compliance system and analyzes their potential to affect the state’s historic properties; reviews and evaluates proposals for conformance with the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties .

The employee must be able to read, understand, and explain architectural drawings and specifications. The employee must possess skills necessary to provide excellent customer service.

Job Responsibilities

may include but are not limited to the following: https://www.kansashistory.gov/about/pdfs/pd_260918.pdf Qualifications Education : The applicant must meet the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualifications Standards in the area of Architectural History or Historic Architecture. The minimum professional qualifications in Architectural History are a graduate degree in architectural history, art history, historic preservation, or closely related field with coursework in American architectural history or a bachelor's degree in architectural history, art history, historic preservation or closely related field plus one of the following:

1. At least 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
2. Substantial contribution through research and publication to the body of scholarly knowledge in the field of American architectural history. Licensing & Certification : Minimum Qualifications : Knowledge of research techniques and sources for architectural history and history; Knowledge of the care, preservation and restoration of historic buildings; knowledge of state and federal historic preservation programs; ability to identify historic architectural styles and materials, historical trends, etc.; ability to prepare concise well-written reports; ability to work and communicate with other agency staff, professional colleagues, and the general public.

Preferred Qualifications

A Historic Preservation Specialist II should also have two years’ experience in the historic preservation field, either in a state historic preservation office, local preservation program, or related activity. Educational experience may be counted. Experience working with state and federal preservation laws and the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation is preferred.

Prior experience conducting historic surveys, writing reports, describing buildings, and researching buildings will also be considered. Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements : Recruiter Contact Information Name : Katrina Ringler Email : Katrina.Ringler@ks.gov Phone : (785) 272-8681 ext. 217 Mailing Address : Kansas Historical Society, 6425 SW 6th Avenue, Topeka, KS 66615-1099 Job Application Process First Sign in or register as a New User .

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