What are the responsibilities and job description for the Historic Preservation Assistant position at The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning...?
Description
The Maryland National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Prince George’s County Department of Parks and Recreation, Natural and Historical Resources Division (NHRD), is seeking a part-time year-round Historic Preservation Assistant to assist with wide-ranging preservation, documentation and information compilation within the Historic Preservation Unit. The position is part-time, up to 30 hours a week, with some evenings and weekends required. A background investigation will be completed prior to hire.
Examples of Important Duties
Participate in assessing building and site maintenance and CIP (Capital Improvement Projects) needs.
Observe, participate in and gather experience in historic & contemporary construction, methods & techniques.
Participate in project planning, prioritization and developing scopes of work.
Assist in construction administration including RFIs, Submittals and Site Observations
Assist in developing a usable database for historic site inventories, documents, photographs, etc.
Develop and demonstrate enhanced communication, organization, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
Develop professional leadership and confidence in planning, architectural building designs and facility maintenance and historic infrastructure.
Minimum Qualifications
Enrollment in a baccalaureate degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university
General knowledge of architecture, history, and computer-based programs.
Ability to organize work efficiently and effectively.
Ability to solve complex problems involving many variables.
Ability to work with confidential documents and data while ensuring confidentiality.
Ability to work independently.
Deliver exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.
Strong communication skills, superb written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Valid driver’s license
Proficient in MS Office, collecting and reporting data, preparing presentations, researching, document control and performing other computer functions for data management and retrieval
Supplemental Information
A criminal background investigation will be completed prior to hire.
May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.
Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
