Ryan

Consultant, Historic Tax Credits

Ryan
Posted 10/21/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite
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Demonstrates expertise in preparing historic tax credit applications and National Register nominations, with strong writing and research capabilities. Proficient in managing project files and conducting detailed architectural analyses while ensuring effective communication and collaboration with team members and clients.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Historic Tax Credit Application ProjectsResearch and Writing SkillsAdobe Creative Cloud ProficiencyOrganizational SkillsAttention to Detail

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Performs supportive duties to senior staff in all components of state and federal historic tax credit application and National Register nomination preparation
  • Creates a positive team member experience
  • Provides support to senior staff for historic rehabilitation projects
  • Conducts site visits as required in support of senior staff and execution of Part 1, Part 2 or photo layups
  • Researches and prepares Part 1 applications, including developing historic contexts and architectural analyses for a building or district per SHPO and NPS professional standards
  • Helps prepare documentation for municipal applications for local review and/or Certificate of Appropriateness applications
  • Prepares cover forms for federal and state applications
  • Completes photo layup, photo keys, and other figures related to filings
  • Manages associated project files for Ryan records and client distribution
  • Assists with administrative tasks necessary for smooth office operation
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Regularly interacts with employees and clients in person, via email, and telephone

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Minimum of a bachelor’s degree with strong writing and research capabilities (in History, Architectural History, Historical Preservation or equivalent preferred)
  • Minimum two years’ experience with historic tax credit application projects
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally, and write persuasive technical arguments
  • Work experience in comparable federal, state, or local preservation programs is preferred
  • Strong organizational skills and initiative working in a fast-paced, time sensitive environment
  • Keen attention to detail
  • Ability to conduct research both online and in archives
  • Ability to multi-task and work independently in a deadline-driven and fast-paced environment
  • Technical proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud suite (especially InDesign)
  • Valid driver’s license required
  • Independent travel requirement: 30 to 50%

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Hybrid Work Options
  • Award-Winning Culture
  • Generous Personal Time Off (PTO) Benefits
  • 14-Weeks of 100% Paid Leave for New Parents (Adoption Included)
  • Monthly Gym Membership Reimbursement OR Gym Equipment Reimbursement
  • Benefits Eligibility Effective Day One
  • 401K with Employer Match
  • Tuition Reimbursement After One Year of Service
  • Fertility Assistance Program
  • Four-Week Company-Paid Sabbatical Eligibility After Five Years of Service

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Hard Skills
Historic Tax Credit ApplicationsArchitectural AnalysisTechnical WritingResearch SkillsPhoto Layup Preparation
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationTeam CollaborationInitiativeMulti-taskingIndependence
Tools & Technologies
Adobe Creative CloudInDesign
Certifications & Qualifications
Valid Driver's License
Industry Keywords
National Register NominationHistoric PreservationSHPO StandardsNPS StandardsCertificate of Appropriateness