Deputy Director - MOH60084034 - HYBRID

Agency

Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division

Museum of History

Job Classification Title

State Museum Of History Assoc Dir (NS)

Position Number

60084034

Grade

• NC18
• About Us

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) enriches people’s lives through education and stewardship of North Carolina’s natural and cultural resources. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including historic sites, museums, state parks, trails, aquariums, the North Carolina Zoo, the Library of North Carolina, the State Archives, the North Carolina Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the North Carolina Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program. These programs and places unite North Carolinians, create a shared identity, and provide common ground. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team.

Description of Work

In coordination with the Division Director, provide oversight and management of operations of North Carolina Museum of History, to include supervising of education, collections, curatorial, exhibits, and guest services.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• · Supervises Section Managers responsible for Education, Curatorial, Collections Management, Exhibits, and Guest Services
• · Provides strategic leadership, operational excellence and innovative revenue generation
• · Serves as a member of the Division of State History Museums Executive Leadership team
• · Translates strategic priorities into operational plans and measurable outcomes
• · Fosters collaboration across museum sections (departments)
• · Represents the museum and division with government officials, partners, professional organizations, and the public as needed

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.

Recruitment Range: $63,927.00 - $104,492.00

To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.

Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following are preferred:

Comprehensive knowledge of museum operations and professional museum practices.

Knowledge of collections stewardship, exhibitions, educational programming, and visitor engagement.

Knowledge of facilities management, building operations, and security practices applicable to museums or comparable public institutions.

Strong executive leadership and organizational management skills.

Experience developing earned revenue strategies and business opportunities within nonprofit, museum, or public-sector environments.

Position/Physical Requirements

Must be available to work the schedule of Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends required as needed.

This position is deemed eligible for hybrid telework under DNCR’s Telework Policy.

*THIS IS AN ANTICIPATED VACANCY*

This position is located at:

3100 Smoketree Ct.

Raleigh, NC 27604

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Master's degree in History, Business Administration, Public Administration, Marketing, Management, Education, or a closely related field from an appropriately accredited institution

AND

four years of progressively responsible experience in planning, directing, and managing all aspects of a business, governmental program, a museum, or a public historical program or institution;

OR

an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Section/Unit Description

The Deputy Director reports directly to the Director of the Division of State History Museums and serves as a member of the Division's leadership team. The position supervises department managers responsible for Education, Curatorial, Collections Management, Exhibits, Guest Services, Facilities and Building Maintenance, and Security. The Deputy Director regularly collaborates with other division leaders, state agencies, community organizations, educational institutions, donors, volunteers, contractors, and the public.

The Deputy Director plays a critical leadership role in preserving and interpreting the state's history while ensuring the museum operates efficiently, safely, and sustainably. Through strategic leadership, operational excellence, and innovative revenue generation, the Deputy Director helps position the museum as a premier cultural destination and educational resource for residents and visitors alike.

Division Description

The North Carolina Museum of History Division promotes the understanding of the history and material culture of North Carolina for the educational benefit of North Carolinians. Through collections and historical Interpretation, its museums encourage citizens and visitors to explore and understand the past; to reflect on their lives and their place in history; and to preserve state, regional, and local history for future generations. https://www.ncmuseumofhistory.org/

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Supplemental and Contact Information

The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), disability, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or political influence.

We are an Employment First state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. DNCR supports pay equity for women, establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care, and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all members of our work community.

Application Process

Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

• •Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
• •Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. The hiring process may take several weeks.
• •Be sure to complete the application in full . Applicants are unable to submit more than one application to an individual posting. Only one application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59:59 PM on the night prior to the closing date .

Degree/College Credit Verification

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. If you have student loans, becoming a st