at State of Vermont in Montpelier, Vermont, United States
Job Description
OverviewThe Vermont Division for Historic Preservation is seeking a Historic Preservation Specialist to lead disaster recovery and resiliency efforts for flood-impacted historic communities. The role focuses primarily on conducting regulatory reviews and compliance under Section 106 and 22 VSA, evaluating Areas of Potential Effects, and establishing official flood adaptation compliance guidance for both agency staff and applicants. The specialist will oversee the technical implementation of the Vermont Flood Adaptation Application-integrating state-specific mandates like the Flood Hazard Area and River Corridor Rule (FHARC)-while directly advising communities on structural mitigation alternatives such as floodproofing, utility relocation, and elevation.
Additionally, the position is responsible for authoring a Flood Resiliency Booklet based on the Secretary of the Interior's Standards, collaborating across state and federal agencies, and managing the re-evaluation of State and National Register listings by adjusting boundaries and processing delistings for properties impacted by buyouts or extensive adaptations.
Environmental FactorsWork is performed in both office and field settings. Work involves considerable stress stemming from a heavy workload performed under tight time constraints and working with applicants who do not understand and are not sympathetic to the review process. Work involves considerable mental demands including the concurrent review of many diverse projects. Some job-related travel is required for which private means of transportation must be available.
Some sites may have difficult accessibility and require working outdoors alone in all weather conditions. Some evening and weekend work may be required.
