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PLANNER III, HISTORIC PRESERVATION
$6,088-$7475/month
Closes: Tuesday, April 12, 2016 at 11:59 pm
We are currently recruiting for a Planner III, Historic Preservation in the Planning and Building Department. The incumbent serves as staff to the Landmarks Preservation Advisory Board; conducts technical analyses of historic buildings for proposed demolition or alteration; prepares mandated documents for landmark designation; administers preservation incentives and regulations under the Historic Preservation Element of the Oakland General Plan; conducts and/or advises on design, development and environmental review; prepares federal and state grant applications for historical and architectural surveys; conducts field surveys and historical research; makes presentations to various groups; may supervise assigned staff; and performs related duties as assigned.

Additional responsibilities may include conducting design reviews of proposed work on historic buildings; acting as case planner for major development projects involving historic resources; preparing reports; conducting field and intensive surveys in selected areas of the City; making visual inspections of surveyed properties; photographing and documenting properties in survey areas; analyzing public records for historical information; researching and evaluating information gathered for each surveyed property; preparing State Historical Resource forms and maintaining inventory documentation; administering the annual Mills Act program; assisting applicants with Mills Act and other preservation incentives, including State Historical building code, façade improvement program and investment tax credits; providing liaison and information on surveyed properties historic resource matters to City departments and the public, including support for planning efforts and environmental review under application guidelines and regulations; providing information and assistance to property owners and the general public regarding landmark designation and application, property histories, incentives and regulations and rehabilitation and design principles; preparing service contracts; selecting consultants and interns; approving payment requests; driving a vehicle to site inspections; and making presentations to community groups during office hours or in the evening.

Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in planning, architecture,
architectural history, urban design or a related field along with 3 years of progressively responsible experience in urban design, architectural preservation, preservation planning, historical research or a related field. A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in city planning, urban design or preservation may be substituted for one year of work experience. Must have knowledge of theories, concepts and principles of architecture and design review; historical and architectural documentation, and architectural preservation; building construction methods and materials; federal, state and local laws, regulations and codes governing the preservation of historical landmark properties and environmental review; computer systems and applications; public contact and community relations; and principles of supervision and development. Additionally, must be able to plan, organize and evaluate urban design or historical preservation projects; find creative solutions for the preservation of historical structures; interpret federal, state and local regulations pertaining to city historical landmarks, preservation and environmental review; write grant applications; negotiate and administer service contracts; provide direction to consultants and interns; and coordinate functions and activities between the department and other agencies. Requires the ability to establish cooperative relationships with property owners, architects and the public and prepare reports, proposals and written materials of an analytical, financial, technical or evaluative nature, along with good verbal/written communication, PC, interpersonal, supervisory and training skills.

Successful incumbents in this position are expected to operate automotive vehicles in the performance of assigned duties. Due to the nature of the assignment and the hours worked, public transportation may not be a cost effective or efficient method for traveling to the various locations required. Individuals who are appointed to this position will be required to maintain a valid California Driver's License throughout the tenure of employment OR demonstrate the ability to travel to various locations in a timely manner as required in the performance of duties.

Certain positions may require qualification under 36 Code of Federal Regulation Part 61.

To apply and view current openings visit our employment opportunities webpage at: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/oaklandca/default.cfm. You may also call (510) 238-3112 for information. EOE