Minimum Qualifications
- Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in related field plus five (5) years of related experience, including three (3) years of experience which were in a leadership or supervisory capacity.
- Experience may substitute for education for up to four (4) years
Licenses or Certifications:None
Notes to Applicants
The Historic Preservation Office ( HPO ) is a Division in the Planning Department. The
HPO encourages the preservation of Austin’s historic buildings, structures, sites, and districts; promotes awareness of our cultural and architectural heritage; and helps shape a more sustainable, equitable, and livable city in collaboration with other City departments and community partners. This position is responsible for managing the Historic Preservation Office, which coordinates review of applications for historic zoning with the Historic Landmark Commission, and Austin City Council who makes final decisions on these designations. The office also reviews proposed work to locally designated historic properties, work within National Register historic districts, and demolition and relocation permits for historic-age properties.
The successful candidate will also be managing the staff working on the Equity-Based Preservation plan, and the staff that works on the surveys that identify historic structures and areas. This position, along with the Planner Principal, serves as the liaison for boards and commissions, and provides technical advice and assistance to citizens, boards, commissions, the City Council and other stakeholders. Additionally, the Development Services Division Manager will need to be able to work in a deadline-focused environment while balancing multiple projects, changing priorities relative to historic preservation.
When completing the City of Austin employment application:
- Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
- A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job title and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered.
- A résumé is required but will not substitute for a complete employment application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please include contact information from previous employers.
- A cover letter is also required. In the cover letter candidates should describe, in concise detail, their interest in this position and highlight any prior experience that is relevant to this position.
Pay Range
$41.70 - $54.21
Hours
Monday through Friday,
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Additional hours during evenings and/or weekends may be required based on business needs.
Job Close Date 08/29/2024 Type of Posting External Department Planning Department Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive Preferred Qualifications
- Meet the Secretary of Interior’s Professional Qualifications as a certified Architectural Historian or Historian or have the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
- Experience working in the field of urban historic preservation.
- Full-range management experience over multiple full-time employees.
- Knowledge of the principles of historic preservation methods and techniques.
- Knowledge of federal and state laws relating to historic preservation.
- Prior experience with project management, especially as it relates to preservation.
- Grant-writing experience.
- Ability to communicate information clearly and accurately, both verbally and in writing, to citizens, City staff, boards,c ommissions and City Council.
- Experience giving oral presentations to stakeholder groups, departments, divisions or city executives, City Council, etc.
- Community outreach and engagement experience.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.Directs the programs/projects/activities of the division/section. Prepares and monitors division/section budget. Sets division policy and ensure division is aligned with Department goals. Oversees/performs contract development, preparation, and monitoring. Performs economic forecasting and evaluation of division/section related programs. Prepares financial summaries/reports for management review. Develops and establishes goals and priorities for departmental programs. Performs short term, long term planning. Provides review of and/or prepare technical reports. Conducts needs assessment studies. Evaluates program operations for effectiveness and efficiency to include workforce utilization. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and city codes, ordinances and regulations. Enforces quality assurance/quality control initiatives. Serves as member of and/or coordinate with various boards, commissions,
etc. Provides technical advice and assistance to citizens, City Management,
contractors, etc.
Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:
Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling and recommendation for dismissal.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. - Knowledge of Watershed programs and activities.
- Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation.
- Knowledge of Federal, State and Local laws.
- Knowledge of city practice, policy and procedures.
- Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
- Skill in using computers and related software.
- Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
- Skill in planning and organizing.
- Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees and the public.
Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* This position requires graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with major coursework in Planning, Architecture, Engineering, Construction Sciences, or a related field plus five (5) years of supervisory and management experience in development review or building inspections programs. Experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years. Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position?
* Which statement best describes your experience working in the field of historic preservation?
- None
- 0-2 years
- 2-4 years
- 4+ years
* Do you meet the Secretary of Interior’s Professional Qualifications as a certified Architectural Historian or Historian, or have the ability to obtain one within 6 months of employment.
* Please describe your staff management experience.
(Open Ended Question)
* Which statement best describes your years of experience working in the field of urban historic preservation?
- None
- 5-7 years
- 8-10 years
- More than 10 years
* Please describe in detail your experience preparing and making presentations to Public Boards, Commissions or City Council, citizens and other stakeholders. If you do not have experience in this area, please answer "N/A".
(Open Ended Question)
Optional & Required DocumentsRequired Documents Cover Letter Resume
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