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How much do historic preservation jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for historic preservation in the United States is $29.59, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $35.58 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is historic preservation?

Historic preservation is the practice of identifying, protecting, and maintaining buildings, sites, structures, or objects that have historical, cultural, or architectural significance. Professionals in this field work to ensure that important heritage resources are conserved for future generations, often through restoration, adaptive reuse, or legal protections. Their work may involve research, community engagement, and collaboration with government agencies or private organizations. The ultimate goal is to maintain the character and integrity of historical places while allowing them to remain functional and relevant.

What is historic preservation?

Historic preservation is a process that works to preserve, conserve, and protect any objects, landscapes, buildings, or other artifacts of notable historical significance. It applies specifically to constructed or human-altered things, not the preservation of wilderness or forests. Historic preservation has an active educational component, and locations like museums help to preserve documents, tools, and other items too small to be protected as an independent site. Jobs in this field also help to repair damaged items, research the history and methods of their use, create records of historical findings, and otherwise preserve things for as long as possible. For larger areas, such as historic homes or districts, this may involve a significant amount of carpentry, painting, or other household repair work.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a historic preservationist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Historic Preservationist, you typically need a background in architecture, history, or urban planning, often supported by a relevant degree or certification in historic preservation. Familiarity with tools like AutoCAD, GIS mapping, and knowledge of preservation standards such as the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties is essential. Attention to detail, strong research abilities, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for collaborating with stakeholders and advocating for preservation efforts. These skills ensure the accurate restoration, protection, and sustainable management of culturally significant sites.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in historic preservation roles?

Professionals in historic preservation often encounter challenges such as balancing the need to maintain the historical integrity of structures while integrating modern building codes and accessibility standards. Securing adequate funding and navigating complex regulatory requirements can also pose obstacles, especially when working with multiple stakeholders like government agencies, property owners, and community groups. Additionally, professionals must stay informed about evolving preservation technologies and sustainable practices to ensure the longevity of historic sites. Collaboration and adaptability are key skills for overcoming these challenges.

What is the difference between Historic Preservation vs Archaeologist?

AspectHistoric PreservationArchaeologist
Required CredentialsPreservation certifications, historic preservation degreesArchaeology degrees, fieldwork experience
Work EnvironmentHistoric sites, museums, government agenciesExcavation sites, research labs, museums
Employer & IndustryGovernment, non-profits, cultural agenciesResearch institutions, universities, museums

While both roles focus on cultural heritage, Historic Preservation primarily involves conserving and restoring historic structures and sites, often working with legal and community stakeholders. Archaeologists focus on excavating and studying ancient artifacts and sites to understand past civilizations. Both careers require related credentials and often collaborate, but their daily tasks and environments differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Historic Preservation job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 2% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $61,552 per year, or $29.6 per hour.

Preservation & Redevelopment Program Manager

Georgetown, TX • On-site

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Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Serves as the City’s technical expert for downtown planning, architectural design and historic preservation including Downtown development review processes; acts as staff liaison to the Historic and Architectural Review Commission (HARC); manages all other development related applications (public and private) in the Downtown and Old Town Overlay districts; supports the implementation of the Downtown Master Plan.


Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties that are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:



  • Preservation & Redevelopment Program Manager is responsible for coordinating, promoting, and implementing the City’s Historic Preservation Program.

  • Serves as Downtown Redevelopment Planning project lead

  • Duties include developing and administering City policies and procedures for the protection of cultural and historical resources; ensuring that City activities comply with historic preservation regulations; and providing technical, architectural, design, historical, and policy guidance to City staff, City Council, governmental officials, boards and committees, regional, and state agencies.

  • Provides information and technical assistance to property owners, private development interests, and the general public.

  • Meets with property owners and private developers to review and discuss historic preservation policies and procedures, code guidelines, and City policy for requested uses and modifications to historic resources.

  • Conducts community-wide training and awareness activities on historic preservation issues.

  • Plans, coordinates and supervises the work of staff involved in historic preservation functions.

  • Conducts zoning, subdivision, and site plan reviews and makes recommendations and/or decisions on proposed changes for historic properties.

  • Assists neighborhoods and/or property owners through the Certificate of Appropriateness process.

  • Serves as the designated city official to the Texas Historical Commission Certified Local Government program.

  • Serves as the City of Georgetown's Historic Preservation Officer (City Historic Preservation Officer/CHPO) for the purpose of administering the local preservation ordinance.

  • Provides direct technical support to the Historic and Architectural Review Commission (HARC)

  • Researches and evaluates design and preservation related matters such as exterior changes to both residential and commercial additions and alterations, demolition/relocation proposals, new business signage, and design compliance in accordance with adopted design guidelines.

  • Assists in the development of long-range studies in conformance with the Unified Development Code, Downtown Master Plan, Downtown and Old Town Overlay Design Guidelines, and other development codes / standards.

  • Assists in the implementation of the Downtown Master Plan through interdepartmental coordination and input of the City’s Capital Improvement Planning process.

  • Assists with special projects related to development code revisions, manual updates, process review, etc.

  • May involve the direct or indirect supervision of permanent and part time staff including consultant and internship support.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, training and Experience Guidelines

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Planning, Urban Design, Architecture, Historic Preservation/Historic Architecture, History/Architectural History, Archeology or a planning related field. Four (4) years of full-time progressively responsible professional work experience in planning or promoting historic preservation goals and urban design; OR any combination of experience, education and /or training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.


A Master’s degree in a planning related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience.


Experience in design review in historic districts is preferred.


Knowledge of:

  • Historic preservation practices

  • City policies and ordinances

  • City zoning codes

  • Site plan review methods

  • Urban planning and design principles

  • Federal, State, and local laws and standards pertaining to historic preservation

  • Research techniques and report writing

  • Funding sources for historic preservation
  • Advanced planning principles

  • State laws regarding planning activities, local codes and ordinances


Skill in:

  • Applying statistical tools to data

  • Preparing reports

  • Collecting and analyzing demographics and statistics

  • Evaluating planning material

  • Conducting research including property deeds and other historic databases

  • Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing

  • Negotiating effectively with developers, citizens, appointed officials, Core Team, and the public

  • Persuading through consensus building

  • Establishing and maintaining effective relationships

  • Strong emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills

  • Training others
  • Reading reports, plans, legal documents, and memos

  • Writing reports, plans, newsletter articles, resolutions, and ordinances

  • Performing mathematical measurements and calculations

  • Interpreting of zoning ordinances and site plans

  • Analyzing complex problems and developing positive courses of action

  • Managing multiple complex projects


LICENSES AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Valid Class C Texas driver’s license


American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification or must obtain within agreed upon timeframe.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, kneeling, crouching, crawling, bending, twisting, climbing, balancing, vision, hearing, talking, use of foot controls.


Occasional exposure to weather extremes, and insects when performing fieldwork.


Climb stairs, maneuver around/within deteriorating structures during site visits and inspections, long distance walking (during tours), standing for long periods of time.


Hiring Range: $75,600.72 - $94,702.40, annually. Salary negotiable commensurate with experience.


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