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Cultural Resources Management Specialist

Employer
Texas State University
Location
Other - Fort Knox, KY
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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

Job Details

Posting Number:

2024636

Posting/Functional Title:

Cultural Resources Management Specialist

University Pay Plan Title:

Grant Specialist

Location:

Other - Fort Knox, Kentucky

Department:

Center for Archaeological Studies

Recruitment Type:

Open to All

Job Type:

Full-Time

Funding Source:

Grant

Monthly Salary:

$5,000.00 - $6,041.67

Job Category :

Exempt

Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.:

  • A graduate degree in architectural history, art history, historic preservation, or a closely related field with coursework in American architectural history or a bachelor’s degree in architectural history, art history, historic preservation, or a related field plus one of the following:
    • a minimum of 2 years of full-time professional experience applying the theories, methods and practices of architectural history that enables professional judgements to be made about the identification, evaluation, documentation, registration, or treatment of historic properties in the United States and its territories; or
    • products and activities that demonstrate the successful application of acquired proficiencies in the discipline to the practice of historic preservation.
  • Knowledge of historic structures/sites in a military environment and experience preparing historic resource survey reports, consultation letters, or National Register of Historic Places nominations for historic resources.
  • Capable of conducting cultural resources management field investigations related to position.
  • Valid driver’s license from any U.S. State or Territory and US Citizenship are required for unescorted access to Fort Knox.
  • Candidate must be able to pass a background check to gain access to Army installations, IT systems, and for the issuance of a government issued Common Access Card.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in using Microsoft Word, Excel, and databases for the development of supporting environmental analysis.
  • Experience in using GIS software such as ArcGIS and Trimble Pathfinder Office.
  • Ability to gather facts, analyze and compare trends, draw conclusions, devise solutions to problems, and identify changes and trends related to comprehensive planning issues.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in formal briefings and in general public meetings, and to prepare clear and concise written materials appropriate for different audiences.
  • Candidate must be able to work independently as well as part of a team that regularly interacts with Department of Defense personnel, the State Historic Preservation Offices, the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation, and consulting American Indian tribes. This position will report to the Director of Texas State’s Center for Archaeological Studies.

Job Description:

This position is located at Fort Knox, Kentucky, which is located just south of Louisville, Kentucky. Louisville is the largest city in Kentucky and is a cultural, entertainment, and sporting hub for the area. The primary objective of this position is to provide scientific and technical skills pertaining to the implementation of the Fort Knox cultural resources program. This work will involve the completion of field and administrative tasks, the collection and management of environmental data, interacting with the public and military personnel, and documenting resources and preparing reports for the Kentucky Heritage Council that are in compliance with the State Level Documentation of Historic Properties standards.

Job Duties:

We are seeking an architectural historian at Fort Knox who will provide technical support for the installation’s cultural resources program and conduct research of historic buildings/sites inventory through inventories, site evaluations, and monitoring of historic sites and structures at Fort Knox. The team member will be a qualified architectural historian that meets the Secretary of Interior’s Standards and Guidelines for Archaeology and Historic Preservation, Professional Qualifications Standards (as published in 36CFR Part 61 and the Federal Register 48:44738-447390). The team member will also meet the Kentucky Heritage Council’s (KHC) professional standards for architectural history.

Job Open Date:

07/19/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Normal Work Days:

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Normal Work Hours Start:

8:00AM

Normal Work Hours End:

5:00PM

Posting Notices:

You will be required to electronically attach a resume and cover letter to your application.

Legal and Required Notices:

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.


Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Why work @ Texas State? :

• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions


By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, welcoming, and growing universities in the nation.

Quick Link:

https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/48095

Organization

Texas State University seeks candidates whose professional background includes embracing a diversity of people and ideas, a spirit of inclusiveness, a global perspective, and a commitment to community-building.  As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution, we are especially interested in applicants who share a commitment to equity, and the high-quality education of students from historically underserved and systematically marginalized communities. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

About Texas State University

Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor.  A member of the Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing population of diverse students for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.

Students at Texas State choose from 98 undergraduate, 91 master’s and specialists, and 14 doctoral programs offered by 10 colleges (Applied Arts, The Emmett and Miriam McCoy College of Business Administration, Education, Fine Arts and Communication, Health Professions, Honors, Liberal Arts, Science and Engineering, The Graduate College, and the University College).  With a diverse campus community including 50% of the student body from ethnic minorities, Texas State is one of the top 13 producers of Hispanic baccalaureate graduates in the nation.  In fall 2019, there were 1,470 full-time faculty and 2,286 full-time staff.  Research and creative activities have led to growing success in attracting external support.  For FY 2019, Texas State had an annual operating budget of over $724 million. Texas State’s Research and Development expenditures for FY 2018 were more than $64 million.  The Alkek Library has more than 3.1 million titles in its collection.  Additional information about Texas State and its nationally recognized academic programs is available at www.txstate.edu.

Mission

Texas State University is a doctoral-granting, student-centered institution dedicated to excellence and innovation in teaching, research, including creative expression, and service. The university strives to create new knowledge, to embrace a diversity of people and ideas, to foster cultural and economic development, and to prepare its graduates to participate fully and freely as citizens of Texas, the nation and the world.

Locations

Texas State's San Marcos campus is located in a growing community of 63,000 people in the Austin Metropolitan Area. Located in the Texas Hill Country, where blackland prairies roll into beautiful hills, Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and oak trees on the campus add to the charm of the university’s picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides recreational activities for students throughout the year.

The Texas State Round Rock Campus is located north of Austin in Round Rock, TX. The Round Rock Campus offers the junior and senior level classes to complete a bachelor’s degree, graduate degrees, post baccalaureate certification, and continuing education programs. The university's vision for Round Rock is to continue to offer quality academic programs that meet the workforce needs of Texas, especially focusing on academic programs that appeal to working adults, and to serve as a hub of health professions research and education.

Some positions may require teaching on the main campus and at the Texas State University Round Rock Campus.

Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, committed to inclusive thought and action in support of our diverse community. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups and all those who share our commitment to inclusivity and passion for the strength of our diversity are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Texas State University is a member of The Texas State University System. 

Texas State University is a tobacco-free campus. Smoking and the use of any tobacco product will not be allowed anywhere on Texas State property or in university owned or leased vehicles.

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