Architectural Historian Intern - 307051  

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: Essential Duties & Responsibilities  * Performs a variety of field-related tasks including, digital photography, sketch maps, and historic resource field forms.  * Performs on-line searches of state historic preservation office (SHPO) GIS sites to access information on previously identified cultural resources.  * Conducts reconnaissance- and intensive-level historic resources surveys of historic districts, buildings, structures, objects, and sites.  * Conducts online and archival research at SHPOs, libraries, archives, historical societies, and county and municipal offices. Sources of information may include public records, deeds, wills, tax records, building permits, newspapers, census records, and genealogical records.  * Assesses the eligibility of surveyed historic resources for the NRHP.  * Prepares historic resource inventory forms for various SHPO offices.  * Keeps up to date with current environmental and cultural resources regulations, both state and federal; and discipline-related publications, training seminars, and conferences.  * Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory responsibilities. 

Experience 0-3 years of related experience Education Currently enrolled in good academic standing and pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in History, Historic Preservation, Architectural History or closely related discipline at an accredited University or College; minimum of 2 years of coursework completed

Minimum Qualifications, Skills and Abilities To perform this job successfully, the employee must be able to work as part of a team or individually, as necessary, and take direction to the satisfaction of an Architectural Historian I, Architectural Historian II, the Historic Preservation Department Manager, or the Cultural Resources Department Manager. Strong written and communication skills are essential. The employee must possess a valid driver's license and be willing to travel to project locations in multiple states upon short notice. Proficiency in software programs including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), and Adobe Photoshop and Acrobat; CADD/GIS is desirable. Licenses/Registrations None

COMPENSATION The salary range for this position is $20.00-$23.00. This will be dependent on the experience and expertise of the incoming candidate.Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world's most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 80 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

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Michael Baker International is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.Under supervision of an Architectural Historian I, Architectural Historian II or the Historic Preservation Department Manager, or the Cultural Resources Department Manager, an Architectural Historian Intern conducts reconnaissance- or intensive-level surveys of historic-age, above-ground roperties; performs literature reviews and archival research; assesses National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) eligibility of surveyed properties; assists with the preparation of compliance studies required under Section 106/110 of the National Historic Preservation Act or parallel state laws, assists with the preparation of NRHP nominations, and supports historic preservation staff in preparing other historic preservation deliverables as needed.Essential Duties & Responsibilities