Site Manager - HS60083479

Agency

Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division

Historic Sites

Job Classification Title

Historic Site Manager II (NS)

Position Number

60083479

Grade

• NC09
• 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

This position is responsible for the overall leadership of House in the Horseshoe State Historic Site including long range planning, development of new interpretive strategies, development of programs, conceptual planning, networking with regional travel organizations, developing and implementing a marketing plan, and establishing and directing site mission and goals.

Responsibilities include supervision of three permanent staff positions; overall preservation and maintenance of the site; facilitating long-term goals; purchasing necessary equipment and supplies, coordinating development of interpretive programs and special events; conducting tours and interpretive demonstrations as part of visitor services, giving general on-site and off-site presentations as requested; conducting appropriate artifact management and care techniques; researching topics for specific projects; coordinating media, marketing and public relations to promote the site; completing reports and submitting to appropriate staff.

This position is also responsible for the overall budget of the site and for working with local historical groups, convention and visitor bureaus, and with the site support group to promote and raise awareness of the site. Work is performed independently and is evaluated by the Piedmont Region Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• · Program and project development and management
• · Staff supervision
• · Special event planning
• · Development and administration of educational programs
• · Long- and short-term site planning

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: $41,206.00 - $49,943.00

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:

Knowledge of Early American, Revolutionary, and/or North Carolina history.

Position/Physical Requirements

• •Must be available to work the schedule of Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm with occasional nights and weekends
• •Ability to lead walking tours over uneven terrain
• •Ability to talk to large groups for a prolonged amount of time
• •Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions

This position is located at:

288 Alston House Rd.

Sanford, NC 27330

** This is a repost. Previous applicants are still being considered and do NOT need to reapply. **

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.

Bachelor's degree in history or a field specifically related to the site of employment from an appropriately accredited institution

AND

one year of experience in managing the operation of a historic site, in historical research or interpretation, or in a field specifically related to the site of employment; or

an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Section/Unit Description

House in the Horseshoe State Historic Site is part of the NC Division of State Historic Sites and Properties. The purpose of this Division is to connect people to North Carolina’s history, sharing the power of place to inspire a common future through preservation, education, and transformative engagement . The Alston House was owned by Philip Alston, whose band of colonists seeking independence from Britain was attacked here in 1781 during the American Revolution by British loyalists led by David Fanning. Later, four-term governor Benjamin Williams lived in the house.

Division Description

The North Carolina Division of State Historic Sites and Properties connects people to North Carolina’s history, sharing the power of place to inspire a common future through preservation, education, and transformative engagement. https://historicsites.nc.gov/

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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 state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.

Veteran’s and National Guard Preference

Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD Form 214, Certificate of Rel