Job Description
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Compensation Details:
GRADE: 22N
SALARY RANGE: $68,533- $89,093

This position will assist the historic preservation planner in managing current historic preservation matters, including accomplish technical analyses of Certificates of Appropriateness applications, daily contact with the public regarding historic preservation and development matters that are proposed within the historic zoning districts. The position provides technical planning support to the Historic Architectural Review Commission. Assists in the administration of the Historic Preservation Chapter of the Land Development Regulations and the Historic Architectural Guidelines. Accomplish special projects as assigned by the Historic Preservation Planner and the City Planner in historic preservation issues.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Without Accommodation):
Able to read, write, speak and understand English in order to perform duties of this description.
Able to communicate verbally and in writing.
Able to see and hear well enough to perform the duties of this job description.
Able to use equipment and /or materials as specified in this job description.
Able to work at least a forty (40) hour work week and additional hours as required.
Computer literate and keyboard/mouse proficient.
Able to utilize and interpret diverse documents and resources in researching appropriate response to questions relating to ongoing and future historic preservation planning issues and projects.
Able to climb stairs, ambulate over paved and unpaved terrain, inside and outside, pre, mid and post construction sites in all types of weather conditions. 
Able to attend evening meetings.

EQUIPMENT TO BE USED:
Personal Computer and related City licensed software, City mainframe system, as well as other job specific software, photocopier, telefax and telephone system.

ENVIRONMENT:
Air-Conditioned office and outside in all weather conditions.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS                         
Standing                      25%
Sitting                          30%
Walking                        25%
Bending                       5%
Lifting                           5%
Climbing Stairs            10%

DUTIES/TASKS/JOBS
Assists the Historic Preservation Planner in reviewing Certificates of Appropriateness and assists with the historic architectural review process.
Assists the Historic Preservation Planner in his/her duties and is part of staff support to the Historical Architectural Review Commission.
Assists the Historic Preservation Planner advising boards and agencies, as required.
Assists the Historic Preservation Planner providing technical assistance to City agencies, developers and property owners concerning appropriate changes or modification of properties within the historic district.
Assists the Historic Preservation Planner in researching, preparing analyses and comments to the Historic Architectural Review Commission, Planning Board and City Commission, as required.
Assists the Historic Preservation Planner explaining HARC guidelines, historic preservation ordinances and the U.S. Secretary of Interior’s Standards and Guidelines for Historic Preservation to customers.
Performs special projects related to historic preservation, research and provides all required reporting as assigned by the Historic Preservation Planner and/or City Planner.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/ SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ QUALIFICATIONS:
Strong technical orientation with experience in review of Certificates of Appropriateness and historic preservation planning and development plans.
Strong knowledge and ability to read and understand architectural plans, site plans, Sanborn Insurance maps, surveys and construction plans.
Strong knowledge of the U.S. Secretary of Interior’s Standards and Guidelines for Historic Preservation and knowledge of or ability to understand the City’s Historic Architectural Guidelines and Land Development Regulations pertaining to historic zoning districts and historic buildings.
Strong statistical orientation, with database management experience.
Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn City licensed software and City mainframe system GIS, as well as software necessary to perform the job.
Ability to promote and maintain harmonious working relationships with diverse community agencies, groups and advisory boards; Federal, State, County, and City officials, as well as individual members of the general public.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to analyze construction, repair and restoration techniques and methodology pertaining to historic buildings.
Ability to make public presentations, respond to public inquiries and work with property owners, developers, architects, engineers and contractors.
Ability to work independently.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license.
Experience at the municipal government level in historic preservation planning or related research is preferred.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license.
Master’s degree in Historic Preservation is preferred with at least 1 year professional experience in the field.  Bachelor’s degree in Historic Preservation with at least 2 years of experience in the field.  Master’s or Professional bachelor’s degree in architecture, Masters in Regional or Urban Planning or closely related discipline with at least 2 years of experience in historic preservation field or as determined by the City Planner and Historic Preservation Planner.
Knowledge of and ability to incorporate regulations and requirements of the Certified Local Government Program.
Knowledge of the requirements for listing structures, sites and monuments in the National Register of Historic Places. Demonstrated ability in the preparation of such nominations.
Able to meet professional qualification standards for U.S. National Park Service as well as State of Florida Certified Local Government Program.

About Us
In Key West, we are fortunate to live and work on a beautiful island that celebrates and honors our local heritage and cultural identity. We are proud of our core value that all people are created equal members of one human family.

Our City Manager responds to the needs of the public and staff by proactively seeking feedback while acting as a liaison among the various departments of the government, the citizens of Key West and the city commission.

We are thankful to our elected officials, visitors and residents who prove on a daily basis how important our job is to help lead the City of Key West towards a stronger and more resilient island. We look forward to you joining our team!

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Job Info
Job Identification94
Job CategoryPLANNING
Posting Date03/11/2025, 10:04 AM
Job ScheduleFull time
Locations 1300 WHITE STREET, KEY WEST, FL, 33040, US