Historic District Coordinator

City of Shelbyville | Shelbyville, KY

Date Posted: 5/13/2019 10:10:21 AM

Description:

The City of Shelbyville is accepting applications for a full-time Historic District Coordinator.

General Duties: This position is supervised by the the City Administrator, and responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to: organizing meetings and providing professional historic preservation advice and/or presentations to the Historic District Commission and general public; providing technical assistance to home and business owners within the historic district who are undertaking renovations; working with Shelby Main Street Corporation and other organizations on preservation related projects; preparing and administering operation budgets for city and federal funds through the Kentucky Heritage Council; preparing and administering service contracts, grants, and other reports or required research; conducting architectural surveys; inspecting the Historic District for violations of Historic District guidelines and responding to citizen complaints; attends regular trainings and meetings of the Shelby Main Street Corporation, the Shelbyville Tree Board, the City Council, and others as required.

Qualifications: Graduate degree in architectural history, art history, historic preservation, or a closely related field with coursework in architectural history and a minimum of two (2) years of related experience; or graduate certification in historic preservation with a Bachelor’s degree in architectural history, art history, historic preservation, or a closely related field with coursework in architectural history and a minimum of three (3) years of related experience; or a Bachelor’s degree in architectural history, art history, historic preservation, or a closely related field with coursework in architectural history and a minimum of four (4) years of related experience.

Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Considerable knowledge of historic preservation theory and practice, particularly in historic administration and building renovation; skill in photography, typing or word processing, basic graphics, and reading architectural plans; ability to communicate effectively orally an in writing with architects, contractors, developers, owners, supervisors, employees, and the general public.

Salary Information: Starting salary up to $41,000, based on education and experience. Excellent benefit package.
Application Deadline: 05/31/2019

Visit www.shelbyvillekentucky.com or City Hall (315 Washington St., Shelbyville, KY) for an application packet. The application, criminal background check forms, and any other supporting documentation to demonstrate qualifications must be received by 4:00 p.m. on 5/31/2019. A resume will not substitute for a completed and signed application. For questions, call (502) 633-8000.

Fred Rogers
City Administrator
315 Washington St
Shelbyville, KY 40065