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Historic Preservation Specialist
City of Fresno Planning & Development Department / Fresno, CA
Posted on: April 10, 2025
Application Deadline: 04/22/25
Job Description
Are you passionate about preserving history and shaping the future? The City of Fresno is seeking a dedicated Historic Preservation Specialist to lead efforts in safeguarding the city’s rich cultural heritage. In this pivotal role, you’ll manage the historic preservation program, evaluate significant archaeological and historic properties, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders to protect Fresno’s legacy. If you’re ready to make a lasting impact and contribute to building a better Fresno, we want to hear from you!
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
– Lead and manage the City’s historic preservation program and ordinance.
– Identify, evaluate, document, and register significant archaeological and historic properties. – Review properties for eligibility to local, State, and National Registers of Historic Places.
– Draft nomination forms and oversee architectural survey contracts.
– Manage historic preservation grant applications and recommend funding projects.
– Collaborate with community groups, agencies, and committees on preservation efforts.
– Educate the public and property owners on the benefits of historic preservation.
– Prepare reports, correspondence, and technical documents related to preservation activities.
Duties and schedules may vary by assignment, please inquire about specific duties and/or schedules if called upon for an interview.
Full job specification may be viewed at: https://www.fresno.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Historic-Preservation-Specialist_9_17.pdf
The current vacancy exists in the Planning and Development Department. Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period at the City’s discretion. If the examination process is suspended for this recruitment, the eligible list may be limited to three (3) months.
Required Experience / Skills / Education
• Graduate or Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
• 2 years of relevant experience.
• Additional details on specific coursework and experience
requirements are provided in the job posting.
Application Instructions
APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION. Please visit www.fresno.gov/jobs to apply. For information on how to complete an on-line application, please view “Instruction Guide” on the City’s website, Personnel Services Career Opportunities page, or call (559) 621-6950 for assistance. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application.
