Class
Code: 01337
IOWA
DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE
SERVICES ▼
HUMAN
RESOURCES
HISTORICAL
PROGRAM SPECIALIST
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DEFINITION |
Consults, plans or administers research,
restoration, and interpretation programs to preserve and interpret historically
significant architecture, archeological sites, objects, and events; performs
related work as required.
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The Work Examples and Competencies
listed are for illustrative purposes only and not intended to be the primary
basis for position classification decisions. |
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WORK EXAMPLES |
Conducts research of
potential historically or culturally significant resources in Iowa; determines
if the resources have historical merit; makes recommendations for acquisition,
preservation, and interpretation of historical resources.
Maintains
administrative responsibility for restoration, education, and public relations
programs of historical sites; reports on operations; maintains financial
records; plans physical care, renovations, and safety/security measures;
establishes maintenance schedules; plans for servicing tourist trade; ensures
long-range success of historic preservation endeavors at sites.
Provides research and
research consultation for the programs of the federal historic preservation
program, as administered in Iowa; advises the Iowa State Historic Preservation
Officer on matters concerning administration of the historic preservation
program; photographs and pictorially documents historic sites.
Examines national
nomination forms for application to the National Register of Historic Places;
assists individuals in accurately completing the forms; ascertains if the
information is correct and sufficient to justify listing; makes recommendations
for listing to the State Historic Preservation Officer and the State Nominations
Review Committee.
Speaks before
interested groups on local history; encourages preservation of local history;
encourages the preservation and interpretation of local historical resources;
acquaints the public with the agency and its programs; gains public
understanding and support of the agency and its programs; represents public
input to other staff and management.
Prepares and manages
contracts for professional and scientific services, including preparation of
bid specifications to comply with predetermined standards.
Researches, writes,
publishes, or edits papers, articles, catalogs, pamphlets, brochures,
periodicals, and other materials on Iowa and local history to be shared with
scholars, other historical organizations, and the public; provides research
results and interpretative information for publication, exhibition, and/or
educational program.
Solicits, selects,
and acquires artifacts and manuscripts on Iowa history for publication or the
permanent collection by corresponding and negotiating with prospective authors,
donors, or dealers and by evaluating forms of expression, substance,
authenticity, accuracy, and appropriateness in such a way as to maintain the
quality of the publication or assure the appropriateness of the artifact for
the collection.
Edits accepted
articles and books for clarity of expression, correct grammar, consistency of
style, and accuracy in order to prepare for publication.
Consults with the
volunteer coordinator and supervisor, in overseeing the activities of
volunteers, students, and staff assistants and provides training in the
historical work assigned.
Provides input into
state historic preservation plan and other agency planning processes and
documents; drafts appropriate planning documents as assigned.
Determines
the preservation, restoration and conservation techniques to be applied to a
historical resource by assessing its physical properties, the extent of the
determination, and the appropriateness of various conservation/preservation
methods.
Evaluates and
monitors the environmental conditions in which historical materials are
exhibited, stored, or maintained in order to control and/or minimize hazards
and deteriorating agents by such factors as sunlight, humidity, temperature,
and air quality; advises other employees and the public in proper care,
preservation, conservation, and restoration of historical materials.
Designs
historical exhibits in order to depict historical events in Iowa by planning
the content and layout of the exhibits, discussing plans with other staff
specialists, and preparing specifications and construction drafts.
Directs the
fabrication and installation of museum exhibits in order to ensure proper
illustration of the historical significance of objects and artifacts by
providing guidance to others in the utilization of power tools used to build
such items to display cases, replicas, models, environments, and other
facilities from a variety of materials.
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COMPETENCIES REQUIRED |
Knowledge of
American, Western, and Midwestern and
Knowledge of
professional historical research techniques, methodologies, and sources.
Knowledge of
English grammar and word usage, prose style, and substantive presentation of
historical facts.
Knowledge of the
care, preservation, and restoration of historical objects, artifacts,
structures, and sites, as required in designated positions.
Knowledge of
photography, photographic equipment, and photography techniques, as required in
designated positions.
Knowledge of
rebinding and encapsulation techniques for rare and valuable books and
documents; conservation and restoration techniques for natural history
specimens, objects, and historical materials.
Knowledge of
literature, current publications and activities, and the various other resources
relevant to the museum's collections and/or museum educational interests and
programs.
Knowledge of
printing operations and materials, copyright laws, and various methods used in
graphic design.
Knowledge in the
design and layout of historical exhibits; general principles and techniques of
mechanical drawing, drafting, and illustration.
Ability to
effectively communicate orally and in writing with the public and other
employees.
Ability to apply
proper conservation, preservation, and restoration techniques to books,
documents, natural history specimens, works of art, and historical objects.
Ability to operate
a motor vehicle.
Ability to
negotiate with individuals, organizations, and agencies.
Ability to plan
and manage a project, including prioritizing and creating and following a work
plan.
Ability to
interpret and work from design specifications and construction drafts and
blueprints.
Ability to prepare
illustrative drawings and designs, fabrication and installation specifications,
and construction drafts of historical exhibits.
Ability to use a
word processor and electronic processing equipment.
Skills in use of
photographic equipment, power tools, conservation equipment and chemicals, or a
variety of hand and power tools.
Displays high
standards of ethical conduct. Refrains from dishonest behavior.
Works and
communicates with all clients and customers providing professional service.
Displays a high
level of initiative, effort, attention to detail and commitment by completing
assignments efficiently with minimal supervision.
Follows policy and
cooperates with supervisors.
Fosters and
facilitates cooperation, pride, trust and group identity and team spirit
throughout the organization.
Exchanges
information with individuals or groups effectively by listening and responding
appropriately.
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EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS |
Graduation from an
accredited four year college or university with major course work in history,
anthropology, archeology, architecture, curatorial--museum management,
literature, English, art, natural history, architectural history, library
science, historic preservation, and the equivalent of one year of full time
experience in professional research, museum, education, editor, or other
experience associated with history, anthropology, archaeology, architecture,
architectural history, art, museums, historic sites, or historic preservation;
OR
qualifying work experience or graduate education
may be substituted for the required education or experience on a year-for-year
basis (30 semester or equivalent hours equal one year of qualifying
experience).
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SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION |
For designated
positions, the appointing authority, may request those applicants possessing a
minimum of twelve semester hours of education, six months of experience, or a
combination of both, or a specific certificate, license, or endorsement in the
following areas:
012 archaeology
013 architectural historian
200 valid
255 historic textile conservator
277 history
286 architect
300 historical editor
301 museum curator
302 exhibits design
303 conservator
304 museum operations
462 archivist
Applicants wishing to be considered for such designated
positions must list applicable course work, experience, certificate, license,
or endorsement on the application.
Effective
Date: 07/12 BR