Preservation Services Manager

Historic New England•Waltham, MA

16d•$48,000 - $50,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Historic New England seeks a motivated individual skilled in relationship-building to serve as full-time Preservation Services Manager. This position represents the organization across New England, managing a portion of the organization's preservation easements in Massachusetts and adjacent states serving as a primary steward and institutional expert for a diverse portfolio of historic properties.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Historic Preservation or a closely related field (e.g. architecture, urban planning, architectural history) with a minimum one year of relevant professional experience, or equivalent combination of skilled credentials
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Fully-competent computer skills including use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, internet research, and email.
Basic digital photography skills.
Ability to read construction drawings.
Ability to operate effectively in a regionally dispersed environment, where communication among non-centralized team members and across geographic distance is essential to success.
Valid driver’s license and means of transportation.
Strong belief in, and demonstrated commitment to, Historic New England’s mission and values.
Commitment to the highest standards of professionalism, excellence, and Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access (IDEA).

Nice To Haves

CAD experience desirable.
Master’s degree and two years of relevant professional experience desirable. Equivalent relevant professional training may be considered in place of education.

Responsibilities

Conducts annual site visits to easement properties to ensure compliance with conservation and preservation restrictions.
Conducts site visits during active repair or rehabilitation projects to document work and confirm the methods and materials used for repairs.
Identifies potential compliance concerns and mitigates risk through timely communication, documentation, and follow-up.
Cultivates productive working relationships with property owners to support long-term stewardship and compliance.
Prepares clear, detailed reports following each visit.
Reviews requests for approval of repairs and alterations to easement properties.
Maintains documentation of discussions with property owners throughout the year and monitors insurance requirements for the purpose of creating a legal record between Historic New England and the property owner.
Responds to inquiries about easements and the preservation easement program.
Documents active prospective properties by creating floor and site plans, and oversees documentary photography.
Identifies preservation issues and opportunities and serves as a local resource for the designated region of responsibility.
Fosters strategic relationships with external partners and responds to inquiries relating to community preservation issues.
Maintains strong connections with Historic New England teams to keep abreast of developing projects and identify opportunities to better connect with the region.
Prepares and presents public programs on preservation topics; supports institutional programs and initiatives; prepares articles on relevant preservation topics for publication.