Assistant Battleship Director BSHIP

Agency

Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division

Battleship

Job Classification Title

Assistant Director - Battleship Mem Dir (NS)

Position Number

Grade

FLATRATE

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

The Battleship Assistant Director is the Chief Operating Officer of the Memorial and serves as the deputy and subordinate to the Battleship Executive Director. This position manages operations on the Battleship Memorial visitor center ships store and surrounding properties. Responsibilities include management of the day-to-day operations budget development contract and project development and management engineering and technical planning for major renovations and supervision of temporary staff and volunteers with the incumbents areas of responsibility.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Daily Operational Oversight - Oversee all operational aspects of the Memorial including the supervision of the staff volunteers and contractors. Ensure the Memorial remains open safe and enjoyable to visitors.
Contract Development and Oversight - Research develop and administer restoration maintenance service and repair contracts. Serve as liaison between DNCR and the Battleship Executive Director on capital projects.
Budget Development and Oversight - Support reporting department heads in the development of annual budgets. Provide strategic guidance and prioritize projects in accordance with the strategic plans developed by the Executive Battleship Director when so delegated.
Public liaison/Battleship Representation - Serve as Battleships representative to the visiting public in terms of customer service. Represent the Battleship on committees and at conferences when directed by the Battleship Executive Director. Fulfill the duties of the Battleship Executive Director when so delegated.
Miscellaneous Duties - Provide oversight of special events rentals creation coordination and oversight of area specific grants and workers compensation claims and investigations.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $65000.00 - $130000.00

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:

• Strong managerial interpersonal and technical skills

• An in-depth understanding of engineering and maintenance on naval ships as well as a basic understanding of NC building codes

• Knowledge of both government and non-profit financial management

• Experience in budgeting and contract development and oversight

• Very strong working knowledge of computers internal communications systems and other IT platforms

Position/Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work Monday Friday 8 AM 5 PM with 1 hour lunch break

• Must be able to traverse steep stairs and ramp enroute to assigned workspace and work in cramped spaces that may have little or no climate control

• The Assistant Director often works long hours and occasional weekend and evening engagements

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

This position is located at:

1 Battleship Road

Wilmington NC 28401

As per N.C.G.S. 126 this Position is designated asExempt from the State Human Resources Act (EHRA).

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.

Bachelors degree in an applicable field of engineering and 5 years experience;

or

Associates degree in an applicable field of engineering and 7 years experience;

or

an equivalent combination of education and experience (including degrees/certificates from an appropriate naval or maritime school in engineering or one or more technical fields related to shipboard maintenance).

Division Description

The Battleship North Carolina Memorial serves as the States memorial to those North Carolinians who served and died in WWII as well as a tribute to all veterans past and addition the Battleship Memorial serves as an attraction and a center of education for all levels of students. The purpose of the organizational unit is to maintain preserve repair and restore the Battleship to ensure safe access to the public. The Battleship is a self-sustaining State property that relies on ticket sales grants and donations to operate rather than appropriated funds. Due to operating as a state-owned enterprise the Battleship staff must conduct fiscal and operational management in an often complex environment requiring unique skills and knowledge.

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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).

CONTACT INFORMATION:

N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division of Human Resources

109 E. Jones Street Raleigh NC 27601

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.

Recruiter:

Melissa Hill Riley

Email: