Consultant, Historic Tax Credits

Why Ryan?

• Hybrid Work Options
• Award-Winning Culture
• Generous Personal Time Off (PTO) Benefits
• 14-Weeks of 100% Paid Leave for New Parents (Adoption Included)
• Monthly Gym Membership Reimbursement OR Gym Equipment Reimbursement
• Benefits Eligibility Effective Day One
• 401K with Employer Match
• Tuition Reimbursement After One Year of Service
• Fertility Assistance Program
• Four-Week Company-Paid Sabbatical Eligibility After Five Years of Service
  
  

The Consultant position performs supportive duties to senior staff in all components of state and federal historic tax credit application and National Register nomination preparation.

• Open to a candidate in New England, with a preference for Boston or Providence, as we need this individual to go into a Ryan office at least three days/week.**
  
  

People

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Creates a positive team member experience.
• Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills, displays a positive demeanor and team spirit.
• Provide support to senior staff for historic rehabilitation projects
  
  

Client

• Conducts site visits as required in support of senior staff and execution of Part 1, Part 2 or photo layups
  
  

Values

• Research and prepare Part 1 applications – which includes developing historic contexts and architectural analyses for a building or district per State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) and National Park Service (NPS) professional standards
• Help prepare necessary documentation for municipal applications for local review and/or Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) applications
• Prepare cover forms for federal and state applications
• Complete photo layup and photo keys and other figures related to filings
• Manage associated project files for Ryan records and for distribution to client
• Assist with administrative tasks necessary for the smooth operation of office
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Education And Experience

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree with strong writing and research capabilities (in History, Architectural History, Historical Preservation or equivalent preferred)
• Minimum two years’ experience with historic tax credit application projects
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally, and write persuasive technical arguments
• Work experience in comparable federal, state, or local preservation programs is preferred
• Strong organizational skills and initiative working in a fast-paced, time sensitive environment
• Keen attention to detail
• Ability to conduct research both online and in archives
• Ability to multi-task and work independently in a deadline-driven and fast-paced environment
  
  

Computer Skills

• The candidate must have Technical proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud suite (especially InDesign)
  
  

Certificates And Licenses

Valid driver’s license required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None required.

Work Environment

• Standard indoor working environment.
• Occasional long periods of sitting while working at computer.
• Position requires regular interaction with employees and clients both in person and via e-mail and telephone.
• This position requires a fair amount field activity
• Exposure to workplace elements, such as dust, dirt, shavings
• Independent travel requirement: 30 to 50%.
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

Compensation

For Massachusetts based roles, the base salary hiring range for this position is $52,500 - $69,300.

For other Massachusetts based roles, the base salary range for this position is $55,000 - $72,600.

The Firm makes offers based on many factors, including qualifications and experience. Roles may be eligible for incentive compensation.

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran