Historic Architect - Cultural Resources Program Support

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Location: Fort Huachuca, AZ
Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site
Department: Environmental and Natural Resources Division (ENRD), Directorate of Public Works

About the Role

DAWSON is seeking a qualified Historic Architect to support Fort Huachuca’s Cultural Resources Program. This position will focus on the identification, evaluation, and documentation of historic architectural resources, ensuring compliance with the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) and other federal regulations. The role will also provide project review, technical advice, and support long-term cultural resource management.

What You’ll Do

• Architectural Resource Management

  • Identify, evaluate, and document historic buildings, structures, and landscapes.

  • Assess historic significance and condition for National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) eligibility.

  • Conduct architectural surveys and prepare defensible documentation.

• Project Review & Compliance

  • Review proposed projects for compliance with Section 106 of NHPA and related laws.

  • Provide technical advice on design, treatment, and preservation strategies.

  • Recommend avoidance, minimization, or mitigation measures for adverse effects.

• Technical Support & Reporting

  • Prepare detailed architectural reports, compliance documentation, and technical recommendations.

  • Maintain cultural resource and architectural databases, drawings, and records.

  • Support Environmental and Natural Resources Division staff in integrating historic preservation into planning and development.

• Stakeholder Coordination

  • Assist with consultation and coordination with the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), Tribal representatives, and other stakeholders.

  • Support outreach, training, and education efforts related to historic preservation.

What We’re Looking For

• Education:

  • Master’s degree in Architecture, Historic Preservation, Architectural History, or closely related field.

• Experience:

  • 2–3 years of professional experience in historic architecture, preservation planning, or cultural