Architectural Historian/Historian Professional, Full Time $50,000-$62,400
Wapsi Valley Archaeology, Inc. is a full-service cultural resource services firm that serves Iowa, Minnesota, western Illinois, western Wisconsin, and eastern North Dakota. We seek a professional Architectural Historian/Historian for our office in Rock Island, Illinois, or Anamosa, Iowa. In-office work is preferred; however, remote work may be possible if within our region.
The position will involve project-based research in historic architecture and public history. We have some exciting large, ongoing projects involving identification, evaluation, and mitigation of adverse effects to historic properties in the Upper Mississippi River valley, the Fargo-Moorhead region of North Dakota and Minnesota, and other locations. The position will offer opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
The position requires a Master’s degree in public history, history, architectural history, art history, historic preservation, or a closely related field, with coursework in American Architectural History. Strong research and writing skills are a must. At least one year of experience with Section 106 work involving historic/architectural reconnaissance surveys, intensive surveys, determinations of eligibility, and/or successful nominations to the National Register of Historic Places is preferred.
We offer full benefits including health insurance, dental insurance, 2 weeks of vacation annually, 7 days of sick leave, paid holidays, and a Simple IRA Retirement plan. Salary will be based on experience.
If interested, please send a cover letter/email and CV to:
Nurit Finn
President, Wapsi Valley Archaeology, Inc.
Email: ngfinn@wapsivalleyarch.com
For more information about us, visit our website at www.wapsivalleyarch.com.
Wapsi Valley Archaeology, Inc. does not discriminate on the grounds of race, religion, age, creed, physical or mental disability, color, sex, actual or perceived gender orientation/identity, ethnicity, national origin, familial status, or protected veteran status in its employment practices, in the selection and retention of subconsultants, and in its procurement of materials and leases. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without race, religion, age, creed, physical or mental disability, color, sex, actual or perceived gender orientation/identity, ethnicity, national origin, familial status, or protected veteran status, or otherwise as required by law.