Folklife Director — Hybrid Arts Programs Leader

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) – North Carolina Arts Council Division seeks a Folklife Director to guide programs benefiting traditional artists and cultural organizations, aligning with the agency's strategic plan and supervising staff and interns. The role covers grant administration, program development, and stakeholder collaboration.

Responsibilities include monitoring grantees, coordinating site visits, updating guidelines, and developing professional

Qualifications

• Experience planning events, workshops, and public programs.
• Experience in folklife research methods such as interviewing and documentation.
• Experience organizing program workflows and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee grant offerings for folklife and related disciplines and update guidelines.
• Monitor grantees, review reports, conduct site visits, and manage revised budgets.
• Develop resources and technical assistance for artists and organizations.
• Meet with individuals to discuss professional opportunities in the arts.
• Supervise interns and contractors and handle deliverables and invoicing.

Skills

Grant management

Program planning

Event logistics

Folklife research

Job description

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) – North Carolina Arts Council Division seeks a Folklife Director to guide programs benefiting traditional artists and cultural organizations, aligning with the agency's strategic plan and supervising staff and interns. The role covers grant administration, program development, and stakeholder collaboration.

Responsibilities include monitoring grantees, coordinating site visits, updating guidelines, and developing professional