What are the responsibilities and job description for the Historic Preservation Coordinator position at Commonwealth of Kentucky?
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11/15/2026 (11:59 PM ET)
2605415
Historic Preservation Coordinator
Pay Grade 15
Salary
$4,040.24 - $6,060.44 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
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Hiring Agency
Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Heritage Council
Location
410 High Street
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA
Description
The Kentucky Heritage Council (KHC) is an agency of the Kentucky Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet and serves as the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO). The agency is responsible for carrying out the identification, protection and preservation of prehistoric resources and historic buildings, sites and other cultural and historic properties throughout the Commonwealth. Working at the KHC provides unlimited opportunities to evaluate and support the long-term preservation of Kentucky’s irreplaceable historic assets in all of our 120 counties. Join our team of passionate cultural resource professionals who are dedicated to the implementation of national preservation policy in Kentucky.
The Historic Preservation Coordinator within the agency’s Site Protection Program is primarily responsible for ensuring compliance with the Section 106 Review component of the agency’s responsibilities under the National Historic Preservation Act. The person in this position reviews undertakings for potential impacts to Kentucky’s built environment and provides expertise and support to state and federal agencies in addition to other applicants. The successful applicant is required to be well versed in state and federal cultural resource laws and regulations and should have the ability to support the development of Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) and Programmatic Agreement (PA) documents. This position provides support for Section 106 Review training to professional and non-professional audiences. In addition to having a passion for preservation, the preferred candidate should be able to conduct reviews and draft correspondence in a timely, clear, and concise manner that promotes understanding and interest in others for the preservation of Kentucky’s cultural resources.
Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To The Following
EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a master's degree in anthropology, archeology, architectural history, architecture, historic preservation, history, American studies, American civilization, folklore, cultural geography, early American culture, museum management, art history or a related field.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Two years of professional experience in the field of historic preservation.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: A doctorate in one of the above listed academic fields will substitute for two years of the required experience.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Additional experience in historic preservation, cultural resource management, or a related field will substitute for the master's degree on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE
Working Conditions
Work is typically performed in an office setting.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Craig Potts at craig.potts@ky.gov or 502-892.3601.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
11/15/2026 (11:59 PM ET)
2605415
Historic Preservation Coordinator
Pay Grade 15
Salary
$4,040.24 - $6,060.44 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
Click here for more details on state employment.
Hiring Agency
Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Heritage Council
Location
410 High Street
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA
Description
The Kentucky Heritage Council (KHC) is an agency of the Kentucky Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet and serves as the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO). The agency is responsible for carrying out the identification, protection and preservation of prehistoric resources and historic buildings, sites and other cultural and historic properties throughout the Commonwealth. Working at the KHC provides unlimited opportunities to evaluate and support the long-term preservation of Kentucky’s irreplaceable historic assets in all of our 120 counties. Join our team of passionate cultural resource professionals who are dedicated to the implementation of national preservation policy in Kentucky.
The Historic Preservation Coordinator within the agency’s Site Protection Program is primarily responsible for ensuring compliance with the Section 106 Review component of the agency’s responsibilities under the National Historic Preservation Act. The person in this position reviews undertakings for potential impacts to Kentucky’s built environment and provides expertise and support to state and federal agencies in addition to other applicants. The successful applicant is required to be well versed in state and federal cultural resource laws and regulations and should have the ability to support the development of Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) and Programmatic Agreement (PA) documents. This position provides support for Section 106 Review training to professional and non-professional audiences. In addition to having a passion for preservation, the preferred candidate should be able to conduct reviews and draft correspondence in a timely, clear, and concise manner that promotes understanding and interest in others for the preservation of Kentucky’s cultural resources.
Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To The Following
- Coordinates the internal review of federally funded, permitted or licensed undertakings to determine and resolve effects to National Register of Historic Places listed or eligible historic resources.
- Analyzes program data related to historic properties and prepares official agency response for Director’s signature.
- Ensures compliance with Section 106 Review as directed by the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 (as amended) along with other state and federal cultural resource protection laws. Coordinates outcome with other federal, state, and local officials.
- Maintains cultural historic and environmental review files and records.
- Supports the generation of public outreach and education materials used to provide information and guidance to applicants, agencies, and the public concerning the treatment and protection of historic resources.
- Occasionally conducts supplemental on-site inspection statewide (as needed) to evaluate National Register eligibility and effect. Attends or facilitates follow up meetings and coordinates findings.
- Works on special projects as assigned.
EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a master's degree in anthropology, archeology, architectural history, architecture, historic preservation, history, American studies, American civilization, folklore, cultural geography, early American culture, museum management, art history or a related field.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Two years of professional experience in the field of historic preservation.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: A doctorate in one of the above listed academic fields will substitute for two years of the required experience.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Additional experience in historic preservation, cultural resource management, or a related field will substitute for the master's degree on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE
Working Conditions
Work is typically performed in an office setting.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Craig Potts at craig.potts@ky.gov or 502-892.3601.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
Salary : $4,040 - $6,060