Museum Educator - B'Ship60084097

State of North Carolina; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) seeks a Museum Curator II to develop and coordinate education programming for the Battleship North Carolina Memorial. The role includes creating curriculum-based content, researching and interpreting history, and building school and community partnerships.

The position emphasizes public-facing duties, volunteer coordination, and administrative tasks, with a focus on naval and maritime history within the NC coast context.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in History, Public History, Museum Studies, Education, or American Studies; four years of museum or related work
• Master’s degree in History, Public History, Museum Studies, Education, or American Studies preferred
• Experience with North Carolina curriculum standards
• Strong research, writing, public speaking, organizational, and communication skills
• Experience with collections and archival materials
• Knowledge to conceive, plan and direct programs for learners of all ages, coordinating volunteers
• Experience with naval and maritime history and the North Carolina coastal environment

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver curriculum-based educational programs for the Battleship North Carolina Memorial
• Recruit, train, coordinate, and recognize volunteers
• Build community and educational partnerships
• Manage program administration, including budgeting, scheduling, communications, and coordination with other museum departments.

Skills

Public speaking

Research writing

Volunteer coordination

Curriculum standards (NC)

Communication skills

Naval/maritime history knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in History or related field

Job description

Agency

Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division

Battleship

Job Classification Title

Museum Curator II (NS)

Position Number

60084097

Grade

NC07

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. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team.

Description of Work

The Museum Educator is responsible for developing and coordinating the Battleship North Carolina Memorial’s education programming. The position develops curriculum-based educational programming and materials, conducts research and interpretation, recruits and trains volunteers, and builds partnerships with schools and community organizations. The role also serves as a public-facing representative of the museum while managing the program’s administrative duties.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop and deliver curriculum-based educational programs
• Recruit, train, coordinate, and recognize volunteers
• Build community and educational partnerships
• Manage program administration, including budgeting, scheduling, communications, and coordination with other museum departments.

Knowledge Skills and 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: $37,777.00 - $63,000.00

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:

• Master’s degree in History, Public History, Museum Studies, Education, or American Studies.

• Experience with North Carolina curriculum standards.

• Strong research, writing, public speaking, organizational, and communication skills.

• Experience with collections and archival materials

• Knowledge to conceive, research, create, plan, and direct programs for learners of all ages, including active-duty military, by determining appropriate content and presentation methods; coordinating program logistics, determining staffing needs, and securing and coordinating volunteers.

• Experience with naval and maritime history and the North Carolina coastal environment.

Position/Physical Requirements

• Must be available to work the schedule of Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm with occasional evenings, weekends and holidays required as needed.

This position is located at:

1 Battleship Rd. NE

Wilmington, NC 28401

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.

Bachelor’s degree in Art History, Biology, Botany, Conservation, Education, History or Zoology from an appropriately accredited institution

AND

four years of museum or related work,

OR

an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Division Description

The Battleship North Carolina Memorial serves as the State’s memorial to those North Carolinians who served and died in WWII, as well as a tribute to all veterans past and present. In addition, the Battleship Memorial serves as an attraction and a center of education for all levels of students. https://battleshipnc.com/

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.

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).

CONTACT INFORMATION

N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division of Human Resources

109 E. Jones Street, Raleigh, NC 27601

Phone: [phone]

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.