Preservation Georgia online, Dec. 20-24, 2004

Preservation Georgia Online December 20-24, 2004
Happy holidays!
In this issue: National Register News HPD Environmental Review Program Coordinator position available Positions available in Georgia New additions to the Preservation Events Calendar Subscription Information
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National Register News
Pembroke Historic District, centered on US 280 and Main St., Pembroke, Bryan County, was listed on December 8, 2004.
Washington Historic District, centered on West Robert Toombs Ave. and N. Alexander St., Washington, Wilkes County, was listed on December 6, 2004.
The following nominations will be presented at the next Georgia National Register Review Board Meeting in Atlanta on January 28, 2005: ATCO-Goodyear Mill and Mill Village Historic District, Bartow County West Cloverhurst Avenue Historic District, Clarke County Chatsworth Downtown Historic District, Murray County Catoosa County Courthouse, Catoosa County Butner-McTyre General Store, Cobb County Hembree Family Farm, Fulton County Newtown Elementary School, Fulton County Bailey-Harper House/Doctors Building, Hall County Chickamauga Masonic Lodge No. 221, Walker County A.D. Strickland Store, Whitfield County
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HPD Environmental Review Program Coordinator position available
Office Programs: State Historic Preservation Office; activities include survey, evaluation, planning, and technical assistance for the preservation of historic, architectural and archaeological resources.

Duties: Under the supervision of the Planning and Local Assistance Unit Manager, the Environmental Review Program Coordinator is responsible for environmental review of all federally funded or licensed projects in the State of Georgia, in accordance with Sections 106 and 110 of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended, Executive Order 11593, and 36 CFR Part 800, and for review of other projects subject to state law (Georgia Environmental Policy Act (GEPA) and the State Agency Historic Property Stewardship Program). The Coordinator develops programs, policies and procedures, coordinates the review work of the Environmental Review team, represents the program to federal and state agencies and their applicants, and participates in conferences, workshops and planning team meetings. As part of this coordination, the Coordinator works with other agencies and other HPD staff, as appropriate, to determine the effects of projects on historic properties and to develop mitigation measures and alternatives to minimize effects.
Skills: Knowledge of cultural resources protection and management principles, including applicable state and federal laws and regulations. Demonstrated ability to assess effects on identified properties, develop alternatives and make recommendations to reduce, avoid or mitigate effects. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and skills in negotiation.
Qualifications: Completion of an undergraduate degree in planning, historic preservation, architectural history, history, or related field, AND two years of professional experience in historic preservation activities. NOTE: Preference will be given to applicants with a Masters degree in any of the disciplines listed under qualifications and with experience in Section 106 environmental review.
Rate of Pay: Annual salary- $33,533 (entry level) - $60,487 plus fringe benefits (annual/sick leave, health insurance, retirement). Full-time non-merit position. Selected applicant can expect to be hired at or close to the entry-level salary.
Application Procedures: Submit a letter of interest, resume and a State of Georgia Application for Employment. Application forms may be downloaded from the State Merit System's web page at: http://www.gms.state.ga.us/agencyservices/forms.asp#employment. Refer any questions to Dr. Karen Anderson-Cordova, Planning and Local Assistance Unit Manager, at 404-651-6461, email: Karen_Anderson-Cordova@dnr.state.ga.us APPLICATION DEADLINE: POSTMARKED BY JANUARY 10, 2005.
Submit to: Dr. Karen Anderson-Cordova, Preservation Division/DNR 47 Trinity Avenue, SW Suite 414-H, Atlanta, GA 30334
Please note: the postmark deadline for the HPD Grants Coordinator position listed in the December 6-10, 2004 issue of this newsletter is now January 10, 2005.

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Positions available in Georgia
Paid part-time, 3-month internship available at The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation to help coordinate new program that seeks to recognize and rectify the plight of endangered buildings. This intern will help coordinate the nomination and identification process and also work to successfully market the program. Flexible hours. Qualifications: Should be highly organized and self-motivated. Must have excellent writing skills and be familiar with architectural and historic preservation terminology. Marketing, public relations or journalism background and knowledge of AP style preferred. Should know Microsoft Word, PowerPoint & Photoshop and have good communication and people skills. Send resume, cover letter and two writing samples by January 14, 2005 to Rebecca Born, The Georgia Trust, 1516 Peachtree St., NW, Atlanta, GA 30309 or rborn@georgiatrust.org.
Internship Jekyll Island Museum. Application due date: March 16, 2005. Salary range: $2,560 stipend for 8 weeks plus housing. Web address: www.jekyllisland.com The internship's objective is to expose a limited number of students to the process of site administration and historic preservation within a National Historic Landmark District. Multi-disciplinary approaches will be emphasized and hands-on learning will be given highest priority. Nationally recognized preservation and museum professionals will supervise interns. Education and Training: Following a national, competitive-based application process, four participants in historic preservation and two in museum studies will be accepted into a eight-week internship program. Participants will be admitted based on academic background and achievement, and a genuine interest in museum and restoration processes. Program Requirements: The interns will provide a final project report and a presentation for Museum Staff and the FOHJI membership. Dates: 8-week duration over Summer Season. Stipend: $2,560 plus housing. Credit: Prearranged course credit is the responsibility of any student and his or her institution of learning. To Apply; Mail cover letter stating track choice, career goals and qualifications for consideration, resume, and two letters of recommendation. Mail To: Gretchen Greminger, Internship Program, Jekyll Island Museum, 381 Riverview Dr., Jekyll Island, GA 31527. For more information please email ggreminger@jekyllisland.com.
Archaeological Field Technician - Fort Stewart, Georgia Must be self-motivated with ability to work independently both in the office and field. Experience working on military installations preferred, but not required. Work is on-site at the installation and may involve phase I and II fieldwork, lab analysis, GIS, and curation duties. Involves Phase I, small-scale surveys in

support of forestry projects. Work is for at least a year, with the possibility of renewal for additional work. Position requires relocation to the area. No per diem. Education Requirements * Archaeology degree with field experience, computer (Arc View) and lab skills, (prehistoric). Individual must have the physical ability to work outdoors in extreme temperature, lift up to fifty pounds and walk and climb in remote areas. Send resumes, references, and salary requirements by e-mail to hr@jmwaller.com or by fax to: (703) 912-2905.
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New additions to the Preservation Events Calendar
Check the Events Calendar at www.gashpo.org for complete listings by date. Please note that items on the "Preservation Events Calendar" are events and meetings of interest to preservationists. It is not to be used for the detailed scheduling of meetings with HPD staff without contacting those individuals directly.
January 6 - Ocmulgee Archaeological Society meeting - Macon - 478-935-8979 or email stephen.hammack@ellisenv.com
January 31 - West Georgia Underwater Archaeological Society meeting - lecture by Civil War Naval Historian Bob Holcombe - LaGrange kellyx3@mindspring.com or 706-884-1828
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