TEMPORARY FULL-TIME POSITION (12 MONTHS)

Brief Job Description (essential functions of the job):

Temporary full-time assistance to the Boston Landmarks Commission (BLC) staff. Reports to the Executive Director of the Boston Landmarks Commission. This role will assist the History & Survey Team with historical research, editing, communications, and outreach.

Assist in research/editing:

• Update study reports for proposed and/or existing Landmarks and Historic Districts as required.
• Manage edits and dissemination of the study report template.
• Prepare documents and reports for review; including historic property surveys, National Register eligibility evaluations, and photographic documentation.
• Historic resources surveys and assessments, including research, photography, and historic context writing.
• Updates to BLC’s reconnaissance surveys of Boston historical resources archived in the Massachusetts Cultural Resources Information System.
• Cross-discipline case studies: historic resources and climate/carbon impacts.

Assist with public outreach:

• Help update BLC website as needed to provide updated access to research, reports, resources.
• Help update City’s social media accounts regarding proposed Landmarks and other BLC activities.
• Help produce public presentations, participate in neighborhood community events, and assist neighborhood organizations with historic preservation advocacy.

• Currently enrolled in or have graduated from a graduate program in historic preservation, urban planning, community development, American studies, American history, or architectural history.
• Recent undergraduate college graduates will be considered but must have a very strong background in above areas and very strong writing skills.
• Knowledge of the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards is required.
• Solid office skills and knowledge of Google-based platforms and Microsoft products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) is required.
• The ideal candidate will be detail oriented, have a professional demeanor and strong organizational skills, and possess the ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines, and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• The candidate should be able to work in a team environment and manage tasks as delegated by project lead.
• The candidate must possess strong communication skills including phone, writing and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with Boston history and architecture is preferred.

Boston Residency Required

Terms:

Union/SalaryPlan/Grade: Non-union/ Part-time/ Hourly Rate: $26.42

Hours per week: 35