Historian
About the position Responsibilities • Independently conducting focused online and archival research of moderate scope and complexity as assigned by senior staff • Scheduling, coordinating, and conducting research visits to local and regional archives • Generating research summaries, outlines, timelines, bibliographies, and draft report content under the supervision of senior staff • Maintaining organized research notes and files, both electronic and hardcopy, for use by AECOM cultural resources staff • Consulting with and incorporating the comments of senior staff into work products as directed Requirements • Bachelor's degree in History, Architectural History, Historic Preservation, American Studies, or related discipline or demonstrated equivalency of experience or education in a related field • Valid Driver's License and as a condition of employment must be able to pass AECOM's Motor Vehicle Records review • Experience with report writing • Due to the nature of work, US Citizenship is required Nice-to-haves • 1+ years of experience working with a variety of primary source materials that include historical maps, government documents, and deeds • Strong analytical and research skills • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Experience identifying, evaluating, and interpreting primary and secondary source materials • Master's degree in History, Architectural History, Historic Preservation, American Studies, or a related discipline • Familiarity with state and national cultural resource preservation laws, guidelines, practices, procedures, and products • Must be able to perform basic research online and at physical repositories • Must have basic composition and proofreading skills Benefits • Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits • Paid time off • Leaves of absences • Voluntary benefits • Perks and well-being resources • Employee assistance program • Business travel insurance • Service recognition awards • Retirement savings plan • Employee stock purchase plan Apply tot his job