Preservation Specialist

The qualified candidate will contribute to the sustained efforts of the Virginia City Preservation Specialist Team, assisting in all aspects of architectural preservation. Project sites include National Register properties in the historic communities of Nevada City and Virginia City, Montana  noted as one of the older and larger National Historic Landmark districts in America

Applied techniques of historic masonry preservation and re-pointing, plaster and finish material, as well as 19th century wood and log construction technology will be explored. Field documentation and analysis, in addition to experience with historic building materials is highly preferred. Familiarity with Architectural history and interpretation of the American Western vernacular is also strongly desired.

Primary duties include research and analysis, and report preparation to include photographic, digital, video and written documentation. Experience with web based applications also strongly desired.

Candidates must be presently enrolled in an accredited degree program, noting the disciplines of Historic Preservation, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Archaeology, History, or related programs are highly desired. Candidates should possess good communication skills and basic computer literacy, with proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, and CAD highly desirable.

Interested candidates should complete a State of Montana application, along with a letter of interest stating qualifications, current vitae, and three references to the address listed below. Submittals by email will also be accepted. Successful candidates will be notified in writing.

DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE

P.O. Box 200501, Helena, MT 59620-0501

Phone (406) 841-2700; Fax (406) 841-2701

Email address: docapplicants@mt.gov

The Montana Department of Commerce will accept FAXED application materials and electronic application materials via E-mail to docapplicants@mt.gov.

Questions about this position may be directed to:

Jeff MacDonald

Lead Preservation Specialist

Montana Heritage Commission

PO Box 338

Virginia City, MT 59755

406.843.5247 x203

Email: jmacdonald@mt.gov

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