While the land was unknown to emigrants during their travels on the trails across Nebraska, it had been home to several Indigenous tribes for thousands of years. They ...
Qualifications / Requirements
Requirements: Master's degree in history, architectural history or closely related field OR Bachelor's degree in any of the above noted fields plus one of the following a) two years’ experience in research, writing or teaching in a related field, or b) substantial contributions through research, and publication to the body scholarly knowledge as determined applicable based on Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualifications Standards (36 CFR Part 61, Appendix A).
Preferred:
Familiarity with Great Plains history, especially the style and trends of architecture and engineering through time.
Prior experience writing technical reports and providing quality control review of field documents, site forms, etc.
Previous experience with the regulatory framework surrounding cultural resource management (i.e., Section 106, Section 4(f) and NEPA).
Demonstrated experience in architectural survey (archival research, photography analysis).
Other: This position requires frequent in-state day trips and occasional overnight travel lasting up to one week. Must possess a valid driver’s license and have ability to drive state vehicles or provide independent transportation. Applicants must be able to work in strenuous outdoor conditions, hike long distances over rough terrain, and carry heavy equipment to document historic structures in a variety of weather conditions including: extreme heat and cold, sun, rain, snow, and wind.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of cultural resource management methodology and the standards for architectural survey, inventory, and evaluation.
Ability to understand, interpret, and apply historic preservation and cultural resource regulations, policies, procedures, and laws.
Proficiency with ArcGIS Pro, ESRI GIS applications, handheld GPS technology, and/or other GIS products.
Excellent problem solving skills, including the ability to establish priorities and make decisions independently.
Effective interpersonal skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Must be committed to the organization’s core values and demonstrate them regularly in their work.
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Just north of here the Camp Clarke bridge crossed the North Platte River. The bridge was built in the spring of 1876 by entrepreneur Henry T. ...
Qualifications / Requirements
Requirements: Experience in public contact OR coursework/training or experience in history, art history, recreation, event planning, or areas related to Nebraska history, geography, or culture.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of, or desire to learn, Nebraska's history and culture
Ability to interact with the public professionally, work well with people of all ages and abilities
Excellent customer service skills, outgoing and friendly personality
Dependable; reliable attendance
Attention to detail
Ability to operate a cash register and make change