As a condition of employment all employees must pass a post offer criminal history background check, physical examination and drug screen. All employees must also submit proof of identity and employment eligibility.
This position will lead the historic preservation efforts of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas (UG) in collaboration with the Kansas City, Kansas Landmarks Commission, all relevant UG Departments, and the public. Apply for grants to obtain the resources necessary to conduct new and updated historic surveys and other designations; seek new historic landmarks and district designations, including the expansion of existing historic districts, conduct reviews of landmarks applications; complete letters of exemption for qualifying projects; conduct environs reviews of projects within the buffer of historic designations; conduct Certificate of Appropriateness reviews for proposed work on historic landmarks or within historic districts; work with the City Landmarks Commission on their efforts and inquiries; and raise awareness of the value and process of any and all historic preservation efforts.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree in Historic Preservation, Urban Planning, or a related field and two (2) years of experience performing professional level historic preservation and activities or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. Knowledge of the Secretary of the Interior Standards for Rehabilitation and Guidelines for Rehabilitating Historic buildings is a plus. Excellent oral and written communication skills is imperative. Bilingual English/Spanish speakers is a plus, but not mandatory.
Salary Range:
$26.74-$35.76/hr.
The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values an inclusive workforce.
If you need to reach a member of the Human Resources staff, please call (913) 573-5660 or email jobs@wycokck.org.
Company: Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS
Kansas City, Kansas is the third largest city in the state of Kansas and is the county seat of Wyandotte County. It is part of a unique consolidated city-county government known as the Unified Government (UG). We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Located on the eastern border of the State of Kansas, we are part of a greater metropolitan area of nearly two million people that includes Kansas City, Missouri, and suburbs on both sides of the state line. The city is situated at Kaw Point, which is the junction of the Missouri and Kansas rivers.
Unified Government Of Kansas City, Kansas and Wyandotte County is located at 701 N 7th St, Kansas City, Kansas, 66101.
Click here for a listing of open positions - http://www.wycokck.org/jobs/.
All positions require that the applicant be a resident of Wyandotte County or willing to relocate within 12 months from the date of hire. As a condition of employment all employees must pass a post offer physical examination and drug screen. Public law requires all new appointees to submit proof of identity and employment eligibility. The Human Resources Department provides several options for you to choose from when applying for a position with the UG.
Apply by E-mail: Complete the Unified Government Application save application on pc and email as an attachment to jobs@wycokck.org
Apply in Person within the Human Resources Department
Apply by Mail: 701 N. 7th Street, Rm. 646, Kansas City, KS 66101
Apply by fax: (913) 573-5006
The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
