Historical Interpreter II HS

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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: $31200.00 - $39099.00

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 onthe vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge skills and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are notrequired. Applicants who possess the following are preferred:

• Demonstrated knowledge of state or national antebellum and Federalist-era history.

• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing special events and educational programming.

• Experience in the care and maintenance of historic artifacts.

• Experience in maintaining records and preparing routine reports.

• Experience with social media and marketing for organizations.

Position/Physical Requirements

• Must be available to work the schedule of Tuesday - Saturday 8:30am - 5:00pm with occasional nights and weekends required as needed.

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

***SIGN-ON BONUS BEING OFFERED***

A sign-on bonus of $1500 is being offered for eligible candidates. See eligibility at
*Payout contingent on funding availability*

This position is located at:

108 N. Broad St.

Edenton NC 27932

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.

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma

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three years of experience in giving or developing museum tours;

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an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Section/Unit Description

Historic Edenton State Historic Site is part of the NC Division of Historic Sites. The purpose of this Division is to preserve and share the economic cultural and political heritage of the state with citizens and visitors. Historic Edenton has both State and National Significance. The 1767 Courthouse is a National Historic Landmark and the oldest functioning Courthouse in the country. The Iredell House is on the National Register of Historic Places and is the home of an Associate Justice of the first US Supreme Court and a former North Carolina State Governor. The Iredell House dependencies are a collection of historic building types that often do not stand the test of time and help show the day-to-day life of past North Carolinians. The 1886 Roanoke River Lighthouse is one of the few surviving North Carolina River Lighthouses.

Division Description

TheDivision of State Historic Siteswas established to coordinate administration of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources State Historic Sites Program which includes 27 historic sites across North Carolina and Division offices located in Raleigh. We connect people to North Carolinas history sharing the power of place to inspire a common future through preservation education and transformative engagement. here to learn about employee perks and benefits.

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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.

• Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions you must provide supporting information within the Work Experience section of the application to support your answers.

• 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 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. Employee eligible for a sign-on must work at least 20 hours per week.

All Sign-on Bonuses are contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. Additional information regarding the Sign-on Policy can be found here.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division of Human Resources

109 E. Jones Street Raleigh NC 27601

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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