Primary Purpose of Position:
The NC HISTORIC SITES is seeking an Historic Interpreter III to research and create new fee-based Maritime History and modern-day educational programs for Roanoke Island Festival Park. The position should have considerable knowledge of how to develop, coordinate and implement programs that appeal to visitors of all ages. The position will also provide collaborative leadership in historic research and the dissemination of acquired knowledge and skills, the presentation of public maritime/educational programs throughout the facility, the innovative development and implementation of new Maritime public programs and events. A proven record of developing and implementing maritime educational, hands-on, fun programs for large and small groups of all ages. Employee may be required to work in costume periodically. This is a public facing position that will work with the visiting public. The position reports to the Manager of Education and Interpretation.
Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Duties involve the development and implementation of new fee-based programs around Roanoke Island Festival Park Maritime History to create additional revenue, create a diverse experience and to enhance the visitors experience on site. The programs should include family friendly activities that could be conducted throughout the park site.
- Position works to grow and support tour groups to include school tours, scouting programs, and the daily visitor.
- Duties involve learning and explaining the history of the site, its historical period, maritime programs and demonstrating of maritime skills.
- Position supports other duties as assigned.
Position/Physical Requirements:
- The ability to work Tuesday – Saturday 8:30am – 5:00pm and some holidays and/or weekends.
- The ability to be exposed to inclement weather throughout the course of the year as well as working in climate-controlled areas with or without reasonable accommodation.
- The ability to stand for a long period of time with or without reasonable accommodation.
https://www.roanokeisland.com/
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
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.
Qualified candidates must have or be able to:
- Knowledge of North Carolina state and national history.
- Experience in creating, coordinating, and implementing educational, fun, and hands-on programs that appeal to visitors of all ages.
- Experience in leading various size tour groups to a diverse audience.
- Knowledge of primary or secondary source research and analysis.
Management Preferences:
- Knowledge of maritime history, modern day narratives, and watercrafts.
- Knowledge of collections management.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
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 of oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.
High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma
AND
four years of experience in giving or developing museum tours;
OR
an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Supplemental and Contact Information
Section/Unit Description:
Roanoke Island Festival Park is a 27-acre site. First opening in 1983 with the “Elizabeth II”, a 16th
century replica sailing vessel, and a visitor’s center. In 1998, an expansion project was completed
adding an 8,500 sq. ft. Adventure Museum; a 240-seat film/small performance indoor theatre; a 50-seat
auditorium; Ticket Sales; a 3,000-sq. ft. meeting room; an outdoor performance pavilion with lawn
seating for 3,500; a museum store; administrative offices; maintenance facilities; waterside boardwalks;
and a public Kayak Launch. Visit us at https://www.roanokeisland.com/ to learn more!
Division Description:
The Division of State Historic Sites was established to coordinate the administration of the Department of Natural
and Cultural Resources’ State Historic Sites Program, which includes 27 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.
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