Preservation Planner
Listed on 2026-01-25
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Design & Architecture
Environmental/ Urban Planning, Architect / Sr. Architect
Overview
Preservation Planner – Town of Wellesley
November 11, 2025 — by APA-MA Administrator
The Preservation Planner assists the Wellesley Historical Commission, Historic District Commission, and Denton Road Neighborhood Conservation District Commission by conducting studies of historic assets, preparing demolition review reports, providing architectural and planning analysis, staffing meetings, and administering commission processes. The position also supports the Planning Director, Planning Board, and Design Review Board with comprehensive planning, site plan review, design review, and related matters.
Reporting to the Planning Director, this role applies expertise in municipal planning, architectural history, and preservation practices. Strong analytical, written, and oral communication skills are essential, as is attendance at evening meetings.
- Assist the Wellesley Historical Commission, Historic District Commission, and Denton Road Neighborhood Conservation District Commission by conducting studies of historic assets, preparing demolition review reports, providing architectural and planning analysis, staffing meetings, and administering commission processes.
- Support the Planning Director, Planning Board, and Design Review Board with comprehensive planning, site plan review, design review, and related matters.
- Attend evening meetings as required and apply expertise in municipal planning, architectural history, and preservation practices.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Historic Preservation, Planning, Architecture, Architectural History, or a related field, plus at least one year of experience in historic preservation, municipal planning, or a related field.
- Knowledge of preservation laws and review processes.
- Ability to manage multiple projects effectively.
Anticipated hiring range: $71,400 – $88,090, DOQ.
How to ApplyTo apply , submit a cover letter and resume to hr as a Word document or PDF. Technical, planning-related writing samples are welcomed and encouraged.
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