Historic Site Assistant Manager & Interpretive Lead

State of North Carolina - Natural and Cultural Resources; North Carolina; On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources is seeking a Historic Site Manager I to serve as Assistant Site Manager and interpretive supervisor at Bentonville Battlefield. The role includes staffing, interpretive program development, and public-facing duties such as tours and living history demonstrations.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in history or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience, with a schedule Tuesday–Saturday and a valid

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of state or national antebellum and Civil War history.
• Experience in developing and implementing special events and educational programming.
• Experience in planning, supervising and/or directing the work of subordinate employees or volunteers.
• Experience in maintaining records and preparing routine reports.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and manage one to two full-time staff alongside temporary employees, interns, and volunteers.
• Develop interpretive programs, research and write exhibits and articles, and ensure artifact care.
• Greet visitors, lead tours, provide living history demonstrations, and deliver presentations.
• Assist with daily clerical and financial tasks, including e-procurement.
• Operate the sales desk and assist with site maintenance.

Skills

Staff management

Interpretive program development

Public speaking / tours

Artifact care

E-procurement

Education

Bachelor's degree in history or related field

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources is seeking a Historic Site Manager I to serve as Assistant Site Manager and interpretive supervisor at Bentonville Battlefield. The role includes staffing, interpretive program development, and public-facing duties such as tours and living history demonstrations.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in history or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience, with a schedule Tuesday–Saturday and a valid