What are the responsibilities and job description for the Historic Paint Conservation Specialist position at Ladgov Corporation?
Job Title: Historic Paint Conservation Specialist
Location: Petersburg, VA
Type of Job: Part-Time
Duties:
- Conduct paint sampling and analysis, including identifying and documenting complete stratigraphies of paint layers.
- Perform laboratory analysis and interpretation of paint samples from structures with paint characteristics similar to those at Appomattox Manor.
- Prepare detailed reports with findings and recommendations for repainting, adhering to historical accuracy.
- Create paint chronology charts and provide recommendations for restoration colors and techniques.
- Attend progress meetings and document work completed.
Requirements:
- Master’s degree in History and/or Historic Preservation.
- Five years of professional experience in Historic Paint Analysis and Assessments on National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) structures.
- Demonstrated experience with at least five projects involving paint sampling and identification of complete stratigraphies.
- Proven experience with at least five projects involving laboratory analysis and interpretation of architectural paint samples.
- Thorough knowledge of paint sampling techniques and laboratory analysis for NRHP sites.
- Ability to coordinate with park personnel and work within specified hours.
