Director of Facilities Position Available In Craven, North Carolina

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This position is located at:

529 S. Front St. New Bern, NC 28562

Primary Purpose of Position:

The Director of Facilities supervises, reviews, and inspects the production of the building/trades staff and Utility Workers. The position assists the Executive Director with supervision of capital projects and contract personnel. This position requires working knowledge of acceptable standard practices and constantly changing methods in the preservation of historic buildings and the carpentry trade. The Director of Facilities must have the ability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously. Additionally, this position will coordinate the branch’s response to natural disasters and other emergency situations. Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Plan, schedule, and supervise maintenance and construction activities across the site Supervise building/trades staff and utility workers Ensure all work on historic buildings follow preservation guidelines Supervise routine and preventative maintenance on HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and masonry Conduct regular inspections of buildings and grounds to assess conditions and identify issues Develop maintenance budgets and assist in capital improvement planning Respond to emergency maintenance needs, including after-hours issues if necessary Coordinate the branch’s response to natural disasters and other emergency situations

Position/Physical Requirements:

Must be able to work Monday – Friday 8 AM – 5 PM with weekend and evening as required to meet the needs of the site. Must be able to exert up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, 50 lbs. of force frequently, and 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be able to bend, lift, stoop, stretch, and climb stairs and ladders. Must have a valid driver’s license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment. Must be comfortable and familiar with using Microsoft Office applications.

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//www.instagram.com/tryonpalace/# 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. Qualified candidates must have or be able to: Demonstrated experience with historic building and structure restoration and/or replicating historic building elements. Demonstrated experience planning, coordinating and/or supervising construction. Demonstrated experience ordering and purchasing materials needed for site maintenance and/or repairs. Demonstrated organizational and project management skills. Demonstrated experience managing budgets.

Management Prefers:

Demonstrated organizational and project management skills. 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 of oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details. High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma AND three (3) years of progressive experience in facility maintenance or construction including journey level experience in at least three (3) building or mechanical trades; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Qualifications:

May require current certification by the EPA as a Type I, II, III or Universal technician as required by 40 CFR part 82, subpart F.

Section/Unit Description:

The Facilities Branch is responsible for the preservation, maintenance, and cleaning of all public facilities including the Governor’s Palace, house museum interiors and exteriors, the North Carolina History Center, as well as staff facilities. The branch includes skilled professionals, maintenance mechanics, and building and environmental staff. The Facilities staff perform maintenance, construction, preservation, and repairs to the interior and exterior of all buildings on site, as well as repair to and preservation of some outdoor elements. The Palace Stewards (Housekeepers) provide maintenance and housekeeping services for all public and staff buildings. This branch provides support for special events and exhibits at Tryon Palace.

Division Description:

Tryon Palace welcomes, inspires, and engages all visitors and patrons to discover eastern North Carolina’s rich and dynamic history. At Tryon Palace, North Carolina’s first permanent colonial and state capitol, we interpret the history of our community and state using living history, programming, and exhibits to present an authentic view. With scholarship and integrity, we preserve and interpret buildings, landscapes, collections, and gardens that tell the story of One History, Many Voices.

Agency Description:

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 Department’s vision is to be the leader in using the state’s natural and cultural resources to build the social, cultural, educational, and economic future of North Carolina. Everyone is welcome. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov . We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team! _ ____ ________________________________________________________________________________ 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 . Resumes may be uploaded with your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. “See Resume” or “See Attachment” will NOT be accepted. 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. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are “Under Review” and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. 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 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 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. 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CONTACT INFORMATION

N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources Division of Human Resources Melissa Riley 109 E. Jones Street Raleigh, NC 27601

Phone:

919-814-6670