Museum Curator II

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About Us

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) takes care of the things that people love about North Carolina. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state including 27 historic sites seven history museums two art museums five science museums four aquariums 35 state parks four recreation areas dozens of state trails and natural areas the North Carolina Zoo the State Library the State Archives the N.C. 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 N.C. Land and Water Fund and the Natural Heritage Program. The Departments vision is to be the leader in using the states natural and cultural resources to build the social cultural educational and economic future of North Carolina. Everyone is welcome. For more information please visit . We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team!

Description of Work

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

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Recruitment Range $35984 - $53000 Annually

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This position is located at:
374 Airport Rd

Manteo NC 27954

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

Management Prefers

• Experience with designing installing and maintaining life support systems in a public Aquarium Zoo Museum or similar setting.
• Experience providing care for aquatic and terrestrial plants and/or animals including fresh and saltwater fish invertebrates reptiles amphibians birds and mammals.
• Experience with animal behavioral training and enrichment and providing proper messaging to the public regarding animal training and enrichment.
• Experience evaluating animal welfare.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Managing of the permanent Conservation Horticulturalist and temporary horticulture staff Husbandry Technicians the Husbandry intern program and Husbandry volunteer program (outside the responsibilities of the Volunteer Coordinator).
• Providing regular training and scheduling for staff. Assist Husbandry Curator with interviewing and hiring of new employees.
• Acting as a project manager for husbandry staff working on special projects including goal setting budgeting motivating managing resources and executing the final product.
• Overseeing water testing laboratory and water quality standards.
• Assisting the Husbandry Curator with developing and operating within an annual operating budget.
• Providing routine feedback to staff in an efficient and positive manner.
• Recognizing symptoms of fish and invertebrate disease and poor health. Administering appropriate treatments according to established quarantine and treatment protocols.
• Determining individual animal nutritional needs. Manage the sourcing and procurement of all diets. Ensure all diet preparations and associated cleaning meet or exceed AZA and USDA standards.
• Maintain accurate databases and daily logs while providing oversight for all staff records.
• Designing and creating new exhibit and holding tanks with their associated life support systems.
• Conducting SCUBA assisted educational programming and tank maintenance.
• Interacting with visitors to meet the facilitys educational mission.
• Acquiring new animals for display and assistance with animal strandings and rehabilitation.
• Identifying animal welfare concerns and taking appropriate action to address the concerns.
• Facilitating assigned aquarium research and conservation programs.
• Occasional travel is required for Aquarium meetings.

Position/Physical Requirements:

• Weekend evening and holiday work will be required.
• Must meet DNCR Fleet Safety Guidelines and have ability to obtain and maintain a valid drivers license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds.
• SCUBA certification from a nationally recognized organization or have the ability to obtain for employment.

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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.

Bachelors degree in Art History Biology Botany Conservation Education History or Zoology from an appropriately accredited institution

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four years of museum or related work;

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an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supplemental and Contact Information

Section/Unit Description:
The North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Islandis located in Manteo NC nine miles from the Atlantic coastline in Nags Head. The 61000 square-foot facility is sited on 16 acres overlooking the Croatan Sound and houses over 2200 animals. More than 280000 guests visit the aquarium each year to see a large array of sharks learn about sea turtle conservation participate in a variety of programs enjoy the beauty of the area and learn why North Carolinas waterways are so special.

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.

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 PM on the night prior to the closing date.

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 while in process. The hiring process may take several weeks.

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 to learn more.

Veterans and National Guard Preference

Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach a DD Form 214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty along with the state application.

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS) along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.

Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22 along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) DNCR is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment DNCR will ensure that persons with disabilities or known limitations covered by the PWFA are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please contact the person indicated below.

Employment Eligibility
It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and DNCR that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).

Sign On Bonus Eligibility

To be eligible for a sign-on bonus the candidate must not have worked as a probationary permanent or time-limited employee in the last 12 months as an employee in North Carolina state government including without limitation the judicial system state executive branch agencies and the university system subject to the State Human Resources Act.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources
Division of Human Resources

109 E. Jones Street Raleigh NC 27699
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EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination harassment or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs observances and practices.

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