Historical Interpreter I - HS65044353

Natural and Cultural Resources; North Carolina; On-site; USD 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) seeks a Historical Interpreter I to conduct interpretive programs, guided tours and living history demonstrations at Fort Fisher State Historic Site, NC. You will greet visitors and assist with artifact handling and site maintenance.

The schedule is Tuesday–Saturday 8:30am–5:00pm with some evenings, and a $1,500 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates. You may coordinate school group tours and support a docent program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and two years of experience with museum tours or similar.
• Experience giving tours in a museum or historic site setting is preferred.
• Living history interpretation or historic trades experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate school group tours and general tours.
• Conduct visitor services including guided tours and living history demonstrations.
• Assist with event planning, logistics, promotion and rentals.
• Research topics for educational programs and exhibits.
• Perform clerical duties, operate gift shop and help with site maintenance.

Skills

Museum tours experience

Living history interpretation

Visitor services

Education

High school diploma or GED + 2 years experience

Job description

Agency Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources Division Historic Sites Job Classification Title Historical Interpreter I (S) Position Number 65044353 Grade NC03

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) enriches people’s lives through education and stewardship of North Carolina’s natural and cultural resources. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including historic sites, museums, state parks, trails, aquariums, the North Carolina Zoo, the Library of North Carolina, the State Archives, the North Carolina 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 North Carolina Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program. These programs and places unite North Carolinians, create a shared identity, and provide common ground. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov.

Description of Work

The Historical Interpreter I is responsible for conducting interpretive programs, demonstrations and special events, conduct tours and programs as part of visitor services, give general on-site and off-site presentations, provide living history demonstrations, conduct appropriate artifact management and care techniques, coordinate a docent program, research topics, perform clerical and financial duties, operate gift shop, greet visitors and help with site maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Coordinate school group tours/general tours.
• Conduct visitor services including guided tours, living history demonstrations, greeting visitors.
• Assist with event planning, logistics, promotion and rentals.
• Perform research for projects, educational programs and exhibits.
• Perform clerical duties, operate gift shop and help with site maintenance.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities / Management Preferences

Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above. Recruitment Range: $31,200.00 - $40,00.00 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 on the vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are not required.

Applicants who possess the following are preferred:

• Experience with giving tours in a museum or historic site setting
• Experience with living history interpretation and/or historic trades

Position / Physical Requirements

Must be available to work the schedule of Tuesday - Saturday 8:30am - 5:00pm with occasional night and weekend work required during special events, etc. Must be able to perform light physical activity level - lifting up to 20lbs - with or without reasonable accomodation. Must be able to climb a ladder. Must have a valid driver’s license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.

Sign-On Bonus

***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*

Location

This position is located at: Ft. Fisher State Historic Site 1610 S. Ft. Fisher Blvd. Kure Beach, NC 28449

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. 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.

Section/Unit Description

Fort Fisher State Historic Site is part of the N.C. Division of Historic Sites and preserves and interprets the military history of the Civil War and World War Two in southeastern North Carolina, including battlefield earthwork fortifications, the strategic importance of Wilmington’s blockade-running trade to the Confederate war effort, and memorial grounds.

Division Description

The Division of State Historic Sites was established to coordinate administration of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources’ State Historic Sites Program, which includes 25 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.

https://historicsites.nc.gov/

EEO Statement

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.

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. Employee eligible for a sign-on must work at least 20 hours per week. All Sign-on Bonuses are contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. Additional information regarding the Sign-on Policy can be found here.

Contact Information

N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources Division of Human Resources 109 E. Jones Street, Raleigh, NC 27601 Phone: [phone]

State Application Resources / Frequently Asked Questions

Valuing Education and Experience The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide. All job postings close at 11:59pm the night before the End Date on the posting.