Cultural Resources and Historic Preservation Manager

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The first review of applications will be on  10/09/2026.

Help lead one of the nation’s most progressive cultural resources programs. Pima County is seeking a Cultural Resources & Historic Preservation Manager to help lead a nationally recognized public-sector preservation program in Southern Arizona.

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

• Supervises and mentors compliance program staff by assigning tasks, tracking progress, providing professional development, and conducting performance evaluations to ensure effective regulatory compliance;
• Oversees County-wide compliance with federal, state, and local preservation laws including the National Historic Preservation Act and the Arizona Antiquities Act for both County projects and private sector activities;
• Assists in implementing Pima County Board of Supervisors Policy C3.17 requiring cultural resource protection, ensuring documentation and reporting accuracy;
• Manages compliance databases and GIS mapping systems, maintaining accurate and secure records;
• Assists the Historic Preservation Officer by serving as a point of contact between Pima County and local, state, and federal agencies, tribal governments, and the Tucson-Pima County Historical Commission;
• Presents County projects for regulatory review and oversees Historic Zone and Landmark Zone designation applications;
• Advises developers, planners, and architects on integrating historic preservation into their projects;
• Supports educational initiatives and partnerships to enhance public awareness of cultural resource compliance and preservation.

• Advanced cultural resources regulatory compliance leadership: demonstrated experience with complex, multi-jurisdictional cultural resources compliance programs involving NHPA Section 106 and Arizona Antiquities Act implementation, including responsibility for eligibility determinations and effects findings.
• Supervisory & program oversight experience: direct supervision of professional staff, including performance evaluation, mentoring, and workload management within a cultural resources or historic preservation context.
• Tribal & intergovernmental coordination: experience with regular coordination with tribal governments and state and/or federal regulatory agencies in a cultural resources compliance context.
• Public sector preservation policy experience: employment with a public agency and experience implementing cultural resources preservation policies, ordinances, or board/council directives.
• Compliance systems, database, or GIS management: experience managing or administering cultural resources compliance tracking systems, databases, GIS platforms, or similar regulatory information systems.
• Arizona Antiquities Act Professional Qualifications: qualified as a Project Director or Principal Investigator under the rules implementing the Arizona Antiquities Act (A.R.S. 41-841, et seq., 41-865).

Licenses and Certificates: Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record. All positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at the time of application.  Failure to maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination.

Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County.  Pima County determines whether a position is eligible for visa sponsorship at the time of recruitment. Eligibility is based on the requirements of the position and applicable laws and regulations. Not all positions with Pima County are eligible for visa sponsorship.   

Physical/Sensory Requirements: Work requires visual and auditory acuity; clear verbal communication; and manual dexterity for computer use and document handling. Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods, walk over uneven terrain, and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Any additional physical and sensory work requirements will be determined by position.

Working Conditions: Working conditions will be determined by the position.

EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.