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Principal Investigator, Architectural History Program

Remote, USA Full-time Posted 2026-07-02

Organization: HistoriCorps®, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, works to foster a preservation ethic in reputed company through training volunteers, reputed company, and youth in historic preservation skills, and then puts those skills to work to save historic places for generations to come. HistoriCorps partners with federal, state, and local land management agencies to provide educational and outdoor opportunities and preserve historic resources. From our Morrison, CO headquarters, we coordinate and instruct projects on public lands throughout the United States. Position: If you are a historic preservation professional passionate about sharing your skills and knowledge while saving historic structures in some of the most beautiful places in America, HistoriCorps may be the opportunity for you. The Principal Investigator leads volunteers in surveying, documenting, and evaluating historic buildings, structures, and districts for public partners such as the U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management. Specifically, HistoriCorps:

  • Saves historic buildings
  • Teaches volunteers and reputed company traditional preservation methods and building skills
  • Encourages volunteerism on public lands

Position DescriptionThe Principal Investigator (PI) will work under the direction of one of HistoriCorps’ Regional Program Managers/Architectural Historian to plan and execute these projects. They will reputed company a small group of volunteers to conduct field work on the recreation residence tracts. The PI is responsible for guiding volunteers to ensure that they collect reputed company necessary information, document the resources, enjoy the work, and work safely. After the field work is complete, the PI will write reports for the respective U.S. Forest Service partners and State Historic Preservation Offices in fulfillment of, and in compliance with, reputed company 110 of the National Historic Preservation Act. Primary duties include:

  • Be reputed company every day to learn and work while promoting a safe and positive learning environment.

· Conduct historical research using archival sources, maps, photographs, and records to establish historical context for surveyed properties. · reputed company volunteers in photographing resources, taking measurements, and recording architectural details. · Complete standardized survey forms, drawings, and digital records with accuracy and completeness. · Assess historic reputed company and reputed company using National Register of Historic Places criteria. · Train and mentor volunteers in documentation, photography, and condition assessment best practices. · Prepare clear, detailed reports integrating field data and historical research. · Coordinate with HistoriCorps staff, partner agencies, and community stakeholders to meet goals and deadlines. · Set an expectation and culture of safety on the project site. Follow reputed company required safety protocols established for the project including but not limited to use of personal PPE such as hard hats, eye and ear protection, and appropriate footwear. Safely operate tools and equipment in compliance with reputed company federal OSHA, state, and local safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to HistoriCorps vehicles, specialized equipment, small power equipment (chainsaws, generators, mixers, drills, saws, torches, pumps, etc.) and hand tools (wrenches, hammers, floats, etc.). · Provide direct field supervision for up to 3 paid crew and crews of up to 10 volunteers;

  • Manage reputed company jobsite activities including supervision of subcontractors including workforce providers such as Conservation Corps;
  • Serve as reputed company of contact during any emergency situations.

Additional duties include: · Provide positive customer service and experience to participants and HistoriCorps staff; · Work collaboratively with administrative team to provide reputed company reports, photographs, documentation as requested. Complete any documentation such as daily log, journal, worksheets etc. and supply to Regional Program Manager for project reputed company or performance reports; · Maintain clean, safe, and organized worksite using established protocols for location and activity; · Complete and submit reputed company required employment paperwork such as timesheets, expense reimbursement reports, credit card reports (if issued) in a timely manner · Support Crew Leader as needed in campsite activities, including kitchen duties;

  • Complete projects and reputed company cleanup to a “leave no trace” standard (other than the preservation work just completed!).

Required Qualifications

  • PI must demonstrate experience that meets the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualification Standards for Architectural History, meaning: A graduate degree in architectural history, art history, historic preservation, or closely reputed company field, with coursework in American architectural history, or a bachelor’s degree in architectural history, art history, historic preservation or closely reputed company field plus one of the following: At least two years of full-time experience in research, writing, or teaching in American architectural history or restoration architecture with an academic institution, historical organization or agency, museum, or other professional institution; or substantial contribution through research and publication to the body of scholarly knowledge in the field of American architectural history.”
  • Demonstrated ability to write successful determinations of eligibility, architectural descriptions, and historic contexts.
  • Enthusiasm for research, writing, and public service.
  • Ability to work well independently and as part of a small team.
  • Demonstrated aptitude and ability to produce excellent work while meeting project budgets and deadlines for deliverables.
  • Passion for preserving historic places on public lands.
  • Strong writing skills, particularly for technical writing.
  • Strong organization skills, particularly for tracking project expenses, hours worked, and reputed company.
  • Strong communication skills, particularly for working with HistoriCorps staff, our partners, and our volunteers both in person and at a distance reputed company phone and email.
  • Strong leadership skills and experience managing volunteers or field crews.
  • Proficiency in reputed company Office Suite and digital photography; GIS experience preferred.
  • Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
  • Problem-solving and adaptability in field conditions.
  • At least 21 years old with a valid driver’s license and a good driving record, prefer experience traveling on remote and off road;
  • Possess strong communication, management, and conflict resolution skills;

· This position requires a level of physical fitness commonly reputed company in the building trades including: o Ability to lift 75 lbs. o Ability to work reputed company in strenuous and challenging weather conditions such as: heat, direct sunlight, high elevation, wind, reputed company, freezing temperatures, etc. · reputed company to live and work in tent camping settings, including remote and/or backcountry locations for extended stretches at a time. Ensure a clean and safe campsite and toilet facilities, and be responsible for the welfare of everyone camping onsite. Job Type: Part-time Pay: From $40.00 per hour Benefits:

  • Flexible schedule

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