Historic Interpreter II

Salary Grade: N04

Recruitment Range: $31,200 - $37,236

This position is located at:

Fort Fisher Historic Site

1610 Ft. Fisher Blvd. South

Kure Beach, NC 28449

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Primary Purpose of the Position:

The Historic Interpreter II provides visitor services functions at Fort Fisher State Historic Site and provides historical information for exhibits, publications, tours, and programming.

Key Responsibilities:

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Greeting visitors and giving tours.

• Living history interpretation; maintaining and interpreting artifacts.

• Answering site inquiries via phone, email, and mail - to include scheduling and booking and organizing various types of group visits.

• Serving as the site education coordinator; creating innovative programing for students to experience on-site, at school, and online.

• Conducting outreach to our support group, schools, civic organizations, military groups, and peer entities is an important part of this position.

• Assisting with planning and implementing special events.

• Maintaining Visitor Center in a clean and presentable manner.

• Operating the sales desk and answering phone inquiries and mail correspondence.

Position Requirements:

• The work week is Tuesday through Saturday from 8:30am-5:00pm with some work at night required during special events, etc.

• Some off-site programming during nights/weekends may occasionally be required.

Section/Branch/Unit/Site Description:

Fort Fisher began its development as a state historic site in 1960 after the state of North Carolina acquired the historic property. It was designated as North Carolina's first National Historic Landmark in 1962.

Fort Fisher was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1966. A visitor center was built and opened to the public in 1965. The site consists of 361 acres (state owned or leased property from the US Army). Historically, Fort Fisher was the largest earthen fortification in the Confederacy and scene of the greatest naval bombardment of the Civil War.

The fort was strategically located near the mouth of the Cape Fear River and protected the blockade running port of Wilmington until the fort's capture in January 1865. During that three-day battle, several Union soldiers received the Medal of Honor and some of the war's most famous soldiers were present. Fort Fisher was active during World War Two as well, being used as an anti-aircraft firing range.

Division Description:

The mission of the N.C. Division of Historic Sites and Properties is to preserve, maintain, operate, interpret, and develop the historic properties and attendant historic resources significant to the state's overall history.

A state historic site is a property of cultural and educational significance to the residents and visitors of North Carolina. Historic Sites are organized into geographic localities, which serve as a medium for communicating the economic, cultural, and political development of the state.

Department Information:

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) takes care of the things that people love about North Carolina, literally from A to Z. The Arts to the Zoo, and so much else - parks, aquariums, historic sites, archaeology, African American Heritage Commission, science and history museums, the state Symphony, Library and Archives, historic preservation, land and water stewardship, and more.

These places, and the ideas they represent, create a shared identity in North Carolina. They provide common ground. Everyone is welcome.

The Department's vision is to be the leader in using the state's natural and cultural resources to build the social, cultural, educational, and economic future of North Carolina. Our goal is to promote equity and inclusion among our employees and our programming to reflect and celebrate our state's diverse population, culture, and history. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team. Check out this amazing video about our Department.

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. In order to qualify for this position, you must meet ALL the following KSA's listed below:

Qualified candidates must have or be able to:

• Must possess a thorough knowledge of U.S. History, specifically the Civil War era.

• Experience with basic computer skills in programs such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and some form of graphic design software.

• Experience with speaking effectively to a wide variety of people.

• The capacity to produce text for reports and exhibits using first person historical research. A writing sample showing the applicant's ability to produce text from first person research may be requested during the interview process.

Licensure or Credentials Required:

• A valid Driver's License or be able to obtain one within 30 days of hire.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 40 lbs.

• Ability to spend extended periods outside during times of hot, cold, and inclement weather.

Management Preferences:

• Experience working or volunteering in a historic Site or museum setting.

• Living history experience or a demonstrated ability to work with living historians or volunteers.

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 oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and three years of experience in giving or developing museum tours

• OR-

An equivalent combination of education and experience.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.

Please be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit.  "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted.

Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.

Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application, to support your answers.

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.  Transcripts, and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application.

To obtain veterans preference, you must scan and upload a copy of your DD-214 or discharge orders.

Applicants requesting and receiving an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are eligible to submit paper applications via mail or by fax.  Please call the human resources office for assistance.

If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account.

 Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take an average of 6 - 8 weeks.

It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources 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

Tonia Gibb

4603 Mail Service Center

Raleigh, NC 27699-4603

Phone:  919-814-6670

employment@dncr.nc.gov

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