The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department seeks a qualified architect to lead our Preservation Services Team and work with the historic structures of the Texas State Parks system. 

The position will have repair and design authority over all historic architecture in the state parks system. Under the general direction of the Cultural Resources Program Director, the Preservation Services Team Lead/State Parks Historic Architect performs highly advanced (senior-level) administrative and supervisory program work. This position will establish team goals, objectives, and team activities. Supervises and evaluates Preservation Services staff. Responsible for the professional application of the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties, the Antiquities Code of Texas and the National Historic Preservation Act. Serves as a liaison to the Texas Historical Commission (THC) and other state or federal agencies on architectural projects requiring consultation. Guides an array of research, planning, technical assessments, and preservation projects on historic properties across the state parks system. Identifies and directs repair and restoration work. Plans and budgets for preservation projects across the parks system. Manages the Preservation Services budget. Will write scopes of work and performance specifications for architecture, engineering, and construction consultants. Manages consultant contracts. Will review projects that may affect the historic integrity of buildings and structures 45 or more years old. Will identify historic preservation issues and Areas of Potential Effect (APEs). Physical field inspections of APEs will be required. Reviews plans and specifications for construction projects to ensure adherence to accepted preservation practices, applicable codes, and state and federal laws. Prepares information regarding design, specifications, materials, color, equipment, and estimated costs. Provides architectural and construction management technical assistance to others. Provides architectural assistance to the state parks minor repair program to establish maintenance protocols for historic buildings. Advocates for the importance of history and historical architecture within Texas State Parks. Experience or knowledge of architectural conservation practices and procedures is a plus. Works under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.  Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all State, Agency, Division, and Program rules, regulations and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Graduation from a college or university accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board with a Bachelor’s degree in architecture. Or, graduation from a college or university with a Master’s degree in historic preservation.

Experience:
Five years experience evaluating built resources for historical significance and architectural integrity;
Two years of supervisory experience;
Experience conducting project reviews for potential impacts to architectural resources using the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Treatment of historic Properties;
Experience in antiquities laws consultation and compliance;
Experience overseeing projects and writing reports.
NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.

Licensure:  
Applicant must possess a valid State driver's license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:  
Graduation from a college or university accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board with a Bachelor’s degree in architecture with an emphasis in historic architecture and/or preservation.

Salary (Pay Basis) 7,612.50 (Monthly)

Travel 25 % of the Time, with occasional overnights required.

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: TPWD Headquarters, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, TX 78744

NOTE: Position will be eligible for two day a week teleworking after a 6-month probationary period.

All applications must be completed in full with a complete job history. While a resume or CV will be accepted, any application that states "see resume for job history will be rejected by the Human Resources Department. Please see our jobs website for instructions and a short video on how to fill out state of Texas applications online. 

Closing Date: Oct 15, 2024, 11:59:00 PM

See online posting for full position information