Communications Manager AQM

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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

Recruitment Range $48222 - $56266 Annually

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This position is located at:
374 Airport Road

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 public speaking and media communications.
• Experience using Internet and social media sites for promotion and marketing.
• Experience using assorted computer graphics/presentation/communication software digital camera smartphone and photo editing software.
• Experience with professional writing and editing information for press releases.
• Supervisory experience.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Managing a wide range of communication tools including the Aquariums shared website and social media outlets representing the Aquarium.
• Evaluating and developing cooperative marketing and advertising programs through the local/area business and tourism community; developing advertising layouts for publications promoting area/regional attractions and including placement of advertising and promotional pieces; and contributing to the creation/implementation of special events.
• Extensive contact with members of the media and the public at large and serving as liaison with tourism industry officials in the local community including serving on tourism and other industry promotional boards commissions and committees.
• Primary contact for advertising representatives partner agencies and organizations and must maintain a professional and informative role in interacting with the Aquariums social media followers.
• Overseeing the development and management of the Aquariums marketing budget and advertisement purchasing.
• Interacting extensively with all Aquarium personnel including the Aquarium Director to ensure promotional activities talking points social media and instruction to visitors are in keeping with the Divisions mission.
• Directing all communication promotion marketing publicity and public engagement related to programs special events and overarching advertising strategies throughout the public and private sectors.
• Editing Aquarium exhibit text signage educational and promotional materials for grammar spelling and punctuation.
• Creating content for press releases articles and on-line postings.
• Developing and implementing campaigns with original creative public relations and marketing ideas - and strategizing to raise awareness about the Aquariums programs services conservation initiatives and the organizations mission.
• Publicizes the mission of the North Carolina Aquarium Division and manages the Aquariums internationally recognized brand.
• Working both independently and with a team in recognizing needs and making recommendations for messaging and public relations.
• Maintains a pulse on new and emerging technologies to provide optimal delivery of messaging.
• Maintains and builds relationships with media and the local community.
• Exhibits an accurate and solid understanding of proper journalistic (AP) style English grammar punctuation and spelling with attention to detail.
• Comprehensive knowledge of advertising marketing techniques design and multimedia skills are a plus.
• Occasionally receives specific instructions from the Division Director where applicable in accordance with Division and DNCR policies.
• Works closely with Communications Managers at each of the North Carolina Aquariums and Jennettes Pier in developing cross-facility promotions division-wide communications policies and unified representation of Communications initiatives.
• Works with the North Carolina Aquarium Society to support and guide marketing and social media needs.
• Works closely with the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) Communications division to ensure accurate and appropriate communication and strategy.

Position/Physical Requirements:

• Some limited physical effort may be required in setting up small traveling exhibits arranging promotional displays and handling deliveries of promotional materials. The Communications Manager should be able to lift and carry 40 pounds at least 90 feet climb ladders to set up displays and stand for long periods at promotional events. Due to the nature of work in documenting the Aquarium activities some work may be outdoors and require walking in moderate to difficult terrain such as marshes beaches or wooded trails. This may include activity in inclement weather or hot/cold temperatures.
• Weekend and holiday work will be required.
• Must meet DNCR Fleet Safety Guidelines and have ability to obtain and maintain a valid NC drivers license.

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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 communications public relations public affairs media journalism English or a related field from an appropriately accredited institution

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two years of experience in communications public relations or publicity work;

OR

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
Phone:

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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