Strategic Folklife Programs Director

State of North Carolina - Natural and Cultural Resources; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid telework eligibility

Job summary

The North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, seeks a Folklife Director to lead the Folklife Program, overseeing grants and partnerships that support traditional artists and rural communities. You will develop grant guidelines, monitor grantees, conduct site visits, and coordinate technical assistance for artists and organizations.

A Bachelor's degree in arts administration or related field plus three years of experience are

Qualifications

• Experience planning events, workshops, or public programs.
• Experience in folklife research methodologies (interviews, transcription, documentation).
• Experience organizing program workflows and administrative procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Folklife Program grant offerings and related guidelines.
• Coordinate with Deputy Director and Marketing to roll out grant guidelines.
• Monitor grantees, conduct site visits, and manage budget revisions as needed.
• Develop professional resources and assist artists and organizations.
• Meet with individuals to discuss opportunities in the arts and culture sector.
• Supervise interns and contractors and process related paperwork.

Skills

Event logistics

Folklife research

Program administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in arts/arts admin

Three years related experience

Job description

The North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, seeks a Folklife Director to lead the Folklife Program, overseeing grants and partnerships that support traditional artists and rural communities. You will develop grant guidelines, monitor grantees, conduct site visits, and coordinate technical assistance for artists and organizations.

A Bachelor's degree in arts administration or related field plus three years of experience are