Historic Preservation Technician (reposted 9/15/26)

**Posting number:** 201905319

**Department:** |Department of Planning & Natural Resources- STT|

**Job classification:** HIstoric Preservation Technician

**Posting type:** Open & Promotional

**Categories:** Historic Preservation, Technical Education

Summary
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This is a standard position description involving the preservation and conservation of historical and archaeological properties, buildings and documents as it relates to the history and culture of the Virgin Islands Work of this nature includes research, field investigations, preparation of reports and implementation of any program or project which carries out such work.

Examples of duties
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Compiles documents based on research relative to historic buildings, sites, structures, mapping and photographic inventory, to be inserted on a National Register form. (Structures 50 yrs. or older)

Locates various properties, buildings etc. on the map for possible inclusion on the National Register District. Makes photographs so authentication can be established in the event of loss of records, documents etc.

Compiles a local inventory of historic sites in the Virgin Islands for inclusion in the V. I. Registry. Makes recommendations as to how the property may be restored.

Conducts hearings so that the public can provide input as to the various historic sites found in the Virgin Islands, before a final inclusion can be made on the Registry and Comprehensive Plan.

Visits public and private schools, community organizations to make them aware of the different areas of historic interest in the Virgin Islands. Conducts walking tours as part of this program.

Prepares newsletters for public distribution, which provides information concerning historic matters.

Prepares monthly and quarterly reports showing work in progress.

Performs any other tasks that are job related.

Qualifications
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An Associate degree in social science or any related field.

**OR**

High school and at least two year's experience working in the areas of social science, history, archeology or any other related field.

Supplemental information
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FACTOR 1 - KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY POSITION
Knowledge of the history and culture of the Virgin Islands.
Knowledge of laws, rules, regulations, archeological principles O and theories pertaining to cultural remains.
Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
Ability to deal effectively with all persons during the course of work.
FACTOR 2 - SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
Employee works under the supervision of a higher level officer who assigns duties. Work is reviewed through meetings, conferences, reports etc. to ensure full performance and recognize the need for developing new solutions to archeological/historic problems.
FACTOR 3 - GUIDELINES
Guidelines include department policies, procedures, rules and regulations, as well as local and Federal standards relating to historic preservation.
FACTOR 4- Complexity
Duties are unique and may be complex in nature considering the archeological problems that may occur.
FACTOR 5 - SCOPE AND EFFECT The purpose of this position is to collect, document and preserve past human life and culture in the Virgin Islands through physical remains.
FACTOR 6 - PERSONAL CONTACTS
Contacts are with co workers, personnel from other agencies and outside the government, and the general public.
FACTOR 7 - PURPOSE OF CONTACTS
To acquire, secure and dispense information concerning historic data and preservation of the environment of the Virgin Islands.
FACTOR 8 - PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work requires walking, bending, stooping or standing.
FACTOR 9 - WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. May be exposed to noise and heat.