ADMINISTRATOR OF ARCHITECHTURAL RESEARCH (ADMINISTRATOR IV SUPERVISOR)

Introduction

The Maryland Historical Trust (MHT) is seeking to hire a full-time, permanent Administrator of Architectural Research in the Office of Research, Survey, and Registration. The Maryland Historical Trust (MHT) is the state agency dedicated to preserving and interpreting the legacy of Marylandâs past. Through research, conservation and education, MHT helps the people of Maryland understand their history and cultural heritage. Part of the Maryland Department of Planning, MHT serves as Marylandâs State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) under the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966. Website: mht.maryland.gov

This recruitment is limited to current employees of the Maryland Department of Planning, Maryland Historical Trust Unit only.

GRADE

STD0019

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Department of Planning

100 Community PlaceÂ

Crownsville, MD 21032

POSITION DUTIES

The main purpose of this supervisory position is to oversee the Maryland Historical Trustâs Architectural Research Unit in the Office of Research, Survey, & Registration (ORSR). The Administrator of Architectural Research is responsible for directing all phases of planning, development, implementation, and personnel oversight for employees and programs in this section of ORSR, including the National Register of Historic Places and the statewide survey program. This work is consistent with MDPâs mission, with MHTâs mission of studying, evaluating, protecting and interpreting the stateâs historic sites, structures, districts, and cultural traditions, and with National Park Service requirements of a State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO). ORSR is one of the four major operating units of MHT, and is responsible for the identification, documentation, and evaluation of historical and cultural resources in three sub-programs: Architectural Research, Archaeological Research, and Cultural Resource Information Management.

ï· Oversees planning, development, implementation, and staff supervision for MHTâs Architectural Research Unit.Â

ï· Co-administers the Historic Preservation Non-Capital Grant Program related to standing structures.Â

ï· Manages select non-capital grant projects, including: the development of scopes of work; hiring, training, and supervision of consultants; and comprehensive review of deliverables.Â

ï· Administers Federal grants related to survey and registration.Â

ï· Supervises staff from ORSRâs National Register program, a federally mandated role for the SHPO that includes the review and processing of approximately 25 nominations annually.Â

ï· Provides technical assistance on identifying and evaluating historic resources to local governments, state and federal agencies, non-profit organizations, and the public.Â

ï· Serves as the primary point of expertise for complex, site specific architectural projects including recommendation for and supervision of the preparation of historic structures reports, and the investigation and documentation of historic buildings.Â

ï· Synthesizes research data produced by the unit and ensures that results are incorporated into the larger agency programs and databases.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Six years of administrative staff or professional work.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to four years of the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor''s degree from an accredited college or university and two years of experience in administrative staff or professional work for the required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master''s degree from an accredited college or university for five years of the required experience.

4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS

One year of professional work experience including research, writing, teaching, interpretation, or other demonstrable professional activity with an academic institution, historic organization or agency, museum, or other professional institution.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor or Masterâs degree from an accredited college or university in Historic Preservation, Architectural History, History, or closely related field.

Meets the Secretary of the Interiorâs Professional Qualifications Standards in History and/or Architectural History (https://www.nps.gov/articles/sec-standards-prof-quals.htm).Â

Demonstrated knowledge of the history of Maryland architecture and the analysis of historic building technology.

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

This recruitment is limited to current employees of the Maryland Department of Planning, Maryland Historical Trust Unit only.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator''s license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to: Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, 301 W. Preston St., Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov or 410-767-4850, MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State''s diversity.