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Field Architectural Historian (Field Based)

ERM, Charleston, West Virginia, United States

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Field Architectural Historian (Field Based) ERM is seeking entry‑level field Architectural Historians for an immediate opening. The successful candidate will conduct field survey work, assist in office‑based activities, document and evaluate historic properties for National Register eligibility, and assess project effects under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act. This is a full‑time (40+ hours per week) limited‑term role for a duration of four weeks, extendable.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Planning, developing, and performing surveys of above‑ground historic properties.

Documenting and photographing buildings, structures, and other historic properties.

Preparing appropriate sections of cultural resources reports describing the survey and analysis of above‑ground historic properties.

Preparing state‑specific forms.

Complying with corporate HSE.

Performing other duties as assigned or required, inclusive of general administrative duties required for the day‑to‑day running of the office.

REQUIREMENTS

B.A. in architectural history, historic preservation, or related field; M.S. preferred.

Recent graduate to 2 years of relevant experience in survey and evaluation of historic architectural resources.

Knowledge of architectural styles and materials.

Understanding of visual APE and how it is refined based on the project and permitting standards.

Ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions and on varied terrain, sometimes for extended periods of time.

Ability to work weekends and over 40 hours per week, when needed.

Comfortable with talking to members of the public.

Ability to travel frequently and on short notice.

Ability to follow instructions and work independently, and take initiative to meet project deadlines.

Experience with photo documentation of structures.

Periodic drug and alcohol testing required.

PAY AND BENEFITS For the Architectural Historians position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $45,760.00 – $49,920.00 ($22/hr. – $24/hr. USD) for limited‑term, non‑exempt employees. Pay may vary based on education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business needs. Employees may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed‑term/Flexforce employees are not bonus eligible).

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life & disability insurance to benefits‑eligible employees. Benefits eligibility is limited to regular employees scheduled for 20 or more hours per week. Fixed‑term employees scheduled for 20 or more hours a week are eligible for a limited benefits package. Casual employees are not benefits eligible.

APPLICATION You can apply for this role through https://www.erm.com/careers/apply/ or via the internal careers portal if you are a current employee. Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

EEO STATEMENT ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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