Historical Interpreter I Position Available In Dare, North Carolina

Historical Interpreter I State of North Carolina – Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources Dare County, NC Description of Work Application Process Please watch our video here that walks you through each step of the application process. •

SIGN-ON BONUS BEING OFFERED

•A sign-on bonus of $1500 is being offered for eligible candidates.

See eligibility at https:

//oshr.nc.gov/policies/sign-and-retention-bonus-policy •Payout contingent on funding availability• As per

N.C. G.S. 126

, this position is designated as (Exempt Policymaking/Managerial) and as such is subject to the State Government Ethics Act. The leading applicant(s) must complete a statement of economic interest, which must be filed and evaluated by the State’s Ethics Commission, prior to the applicant being employed in this position.

This position is located at:

1 Festival Park Manteo, NC 27954

Primary Purpose of Position:

Position performs a wide range of duties in areas of interpretation of 27-acre site which includes a representative 16th Century sailing ship, land-based encampment, American Indian Town, and a museum interpreting 400 years of Outer Banks History plus supporting exhibits and activities. Position demonstrates living history/skills and artifacts management. Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Learning and explaining the history of the site, its historical period, and the areas and demonstrating historic skills. Working tours and tailoring to the needs of the group in terms of age or education level, time allotted or areas of special interest. Dressing in period costume and developing a full knowledge of the character they are portraying.

Position/Physical Requirements:

Must be available to work the schedule of Tuesday – Saturday, 8:45am – 5:15pm, with some holidays. Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and /or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be able to perform job duties in outside environmental conditions and wear costumes with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be able to stand on your feet for long periods of time with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be able to establish and maintain effective work relationships.

https:

//historicsites.nc.gov/ Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies 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 conducting historic, museum, or park tours and adapting them to age, interest level, special interest, or time constraints. Basic knowledge of providing fun, interactive, and/or hands-on educational interpretative programs. Basic knowledge of State, national, and/or regional history. Basic knowledge writing cohesive material based on primary or secondary resource documentation. Basic knowledge of archival practices and managing artifacts and/or props to ensure they are present and in good condition in buildings and grounds. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements 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 two years of experience in giving museum tours; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supplemental and Contact Information Section/Unit Description:

Roanoke Island Festival Park is a 27-acre site. First opening in 1983 with the ” Elizabeth II “, a 16th century replica sailing vessel, and a visitor’s center. In 1998, an expansion project was completed adding an 8,500 sq. ft. Adventure Museum; a 240-seat film/small performance indoor theatre; a 50-seat auditorium; Ticket Sales; a 3,000-sq. ft. meeting room; an outdoor performance pavilion with lawn seating for 3,500; a museum store; administrative offices; maintenance facilities; waterside boardwalks; and a public Kayak Launch.

Visit us at https:

//www.roanokeisland.com/ to learn more!

Division Description:

The Division of State Historic Sites was established to coordinate the 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 Carolina’s history, sharing the power of place to inspire a common future through preservation, education, and transformative engagement.

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. Application Process Please watch our video here that walks you through each step of the application process. 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. 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. NEOGOV Technical Assistance If you are having technical issues logging into your account or applying for a position, please review the Get Help/FAQ’s information on the website. 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CONTACT INFORMATION

N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources Division of Human Resources Caroline McClintock 109 E. Jones St., Raleigh, NC 27601

Phone:

919-814-6670 employment@dncr.nc.gov

NOTE:

For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.

For permanent and time-limited appointments:

Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.