Director of African American Heritage Commission -AAHC60083427

Agency Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources Division African American Heritage Commission Job Classification Title Program Analyst II (NS) Position Number 60083427 Grade NC19 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 . We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team. Description of Work The African American Heritage Commission is seeking an ethusiastic Director of the African American Heritage Commission. The Director of the African American Heritage Commission provides strategic leadership and program oversight for the African American Heritage Commission (AAHC). The mission of the Commission is to preserve, protect, and promote North Carolina’s African American history, arts, and culture for all people. The Commission was created to assist the Secretary of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) in the preservation, interpretation, and promotion of African American history, arts, and culture. The Commission works across all divisions within DNCR to so support African American heritage initiatives, and the Director determines the strategic direction of that work and partnerships with external state and federal agencies, community stakeholders, and educational institutions. Key Responsibilities • Working with commissioners appointed by the Governor and the State Legislature to the NC African American Heritage Commission to determine program priorities within the direction of the guiding legislation for the Commission. • Supervising all staff, contractors, volunteers, research assistants, and interns associated with the African American Heritage Commission. • Identifying necessary funding, human resources, and operational needs to meet, in a sustainable way, the mission of preserving, promoting, and protecting North Carolina’s African American history, arts, and culture for all people. • Working with staff, commissioners, and community partners, to plan and implement heritage and cultural tourism projects and initiatives that have regional and statewide impact. • Supporting public, private, and grassroots partnerships around efforts ranging from lesson plan development to developing messaging around cultural heritage assets. 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: $67,122-$110,000 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: Demonstrated e xperience executing and/or supporting multi-year strategic plans and tracking performance outcomes. Demonstrated e xperience working within state government or comparable public sector institutions. Demonstrated e xperience navigating cross-division and/or multi-agency collaboration. Demonstrated e xperience with education initiatives, public history, cultural preservation, and/or community-based programming. Demonstrated a bility to participate in evening and weekend meetings and events as necessary. Demonstrated a bility to represent the Commission at public events and community gatherings. Demonstrated a bility to communicate effectively with various audiences in both office and field settings. Demonstrated a bility to manage multiple projects, timelines, and priorities in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment. Position/Physical Requirements Typical work schedule is Monday-Friday, 8-5, with flexibility 40 hours a week. Position is based in Raleigh, North Carolina, and requires regular in-office presence ( limited telework options may be available subject to agency policy and supervisory approval). Frequent statewide travel is required ; employee must have the ability to maintain reliable transportation. This position is located at: 109 East Jones Street, Raleigh, NC 27601 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 from an appropriately accredited institution and Five (5) years of progressive experience related to the area of assignment; or An equivalent combination of training and experience. Division Description The NC African American Heritage Commission (AAHC) ’s mission is t o preserve, protect, and promote North Carolina’s African American history, arts, and culture for all people. Our vision is t o transform and enrich people and communities by sharing North Carolina’s African American history, arts, and culture. The AAHC works across all divisions of the Department of Natural & Cultural Resources. The commission is charged with the following plan of work; 1) to develop, assess, advise, and consult on all areas of African American heritage ranging from issues of preservation; heritage tourism; heritage workforce development; educational resources and training opportunities; and promotion of African American history, arts, and culture; and 2) to plan, implement, and promote heritage and cultural tourism projects that focus upon arts and historical resources. Click here to learn about employee perks and benefits. Click here to see the Total Compensation Calculator. Supplemental and Contact Information 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. Application Process Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. 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. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. The hiring process may take several weeks. Be sure to complete the application in full . Applicants are unable to submit more than one application to an individual posting. Only one application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59:59 PM on the night prior to the closing date . 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 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: 919-814-6670 EEO Statement T he 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. Recruiter: Devyn Kirksey Email: