Are you a cultural resources professional with collaboration, outreach, and education skills?  Do you want to join a team of dedicated preservationists, historians, archaeologists, and planners working with people and organizations across the Commonwealth?  If you have the experience and training to be an Above Ground Supervisor to coordinate the office’s above ground environmental review program, we have the job for you!

Don’t miss out on this opportunity! Apply today through 2/20/2026 to become an essential part of our team where you will play a vital role in our mission to discover, protect, and share Pennsylvania’s past, inspiring others to value and use our history in meaningful ways.

Description of Work

In this supervisory role, you will oversee the consideration and protection of above ground properties which may be affected by state and federal projects; plan and implement above ground education and outreach; and help to guide proactive research, documentation, and survey efforts. This position will serve as the primary point of contact related to PA SHPO’s programmatic agreement with PennDOT, FHWA, and USACE. You will have the opportunity to assist with preparing and implementing a comprehensive statewide historic preservation plan as well as the preparation and implementation of a strategic plan for the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC).

Join us in managing the preservation of Pennsylvania’s history for the benefit of future generations. Interested in learning more?

Additional details regarding this position can be found in the job posting and the position description.

Required Experience, Training & Eligibility

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
  • One year in the Historic Preservation Specialist classification; or
  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Architectural History, American History, Archaeology, or a closely related field plus three years experience working on an architectural survey, an architectural restoration and preservation project, historic preservation program, or a preservation assistance project; or
  • Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
Additional Requirements:
  • You must meet or exceed the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualification Standards found at https://www.nps.gov/articles/sec-standards-prof-quals.htm.
  • You must have experience in advising and assisting state and federal agencies, organizations and or individuals with the consideration of historic properties in their project planning.
  • You must have experience interpreting and applying National Park Service guidance with regards to the evaluation of historic properties for eligibility for listing in the National Register of Historic Places.
  • You must have two years of supervisory experience.
  • You must have experience in public outreach, education, and public speaking.
  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Preferred Qualifications (not required):
  • Excellent computer and word processing skills using MS Office products and data management systems such as PA-SHARE.
  • Demonstrate excellent ability working with a team of individuals and independently.

The commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

Work Schedule and Additional Information

  • Full-time employment
  • Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday – Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
  • Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. SHPO staff has the opportunity to work form home, with the exception of site visits/field work, leadership meetings and one (1) day a month in the office in Harrisburg. Specific days will be determined according to bureau needs. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
  • Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
  • You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

How to Apply

  • Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
  • If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
  • Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
  • Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

For complete position description, salary, and benefits information, check the job posting and the position description.

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