Listing Expires: 5/15/2026

Organization Name: NC Maritime Museum at Southport

Organization website: https//ncmaritimemuseumsouthport.com/

The Collections Curator is responsible for management and care of the collection for the NC Maritime Museum at Southport. This position oversees proper storage, documentation, and receipt of objects for the museum’s collection. This position reports to the Museum Site Manager and supports the work as a team member with the Collections Manager at Beaufort to plan for the care of the larger Maritime Collection. This position also serves as a member of the exhibition team. This position submits yearly budgets for collections care and has knowledgeable of museum standards and best practices.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Applying museum methods regarding collections care and conservation.
• Conducting research into historical objects.
• Object processing includes cataloguing and condition reporting.
• Maintaining collections’ software files.

Hiring Salary $35,596.00 - $48,238.00

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Listing Expires: 5/8/2026

Organization Name: NC Historic Sites/Roanoke Island Festival Park

Organization website: https://historicsites.nc.gov/

Description of Work

As the Executive Director of Roanoke Island Festival Park, you have the unique opportunity to oversee an interactive living history experience celebrating the first English settlement in America that also serves as a cultural and community hub for nearby residents. A public boardwalk borders the site and serves as the walking path for neighbors and their four-legged friends. You will truly be in the center of it all.

The site’s historic attractions draw thousands of visitors annually and include a 16th century replica ship that can sail to ports around the state, an adventure museum, American Indian Town and a settlement village, all staffed by historic interpreters in period clothing.

This position oversees the operations of Roanoke Island Festival Park, a part of the Division of State Historic Sites and Properties. This involves day-to-day management of between 20 and 30 permanent and temporary/seasonal staff as well as responsibility for an operating budget of around $2.5 million, which is approximately 70% receipt and donation funded and 30% appropriations.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Develop and execute short- and long-term operational plans for Roanoke Island Festival Park including staffing, maintenance, programming and events. This includes plans to maintain the Elizabeth II.

• Ensure adequate staffing to support park operations, including management of full-time personnel and use of temporary or seasonal employees as needed.
• Work with staff to develop and implement ongoing and seasonal programming to draw visitors to the park.
• Work with staff to identify, prioritize and execute maintenance projects at the park, including maintenance of buildings and grounds, using contractors or other licensed professionals as needed.
• Work with staff to develop and execute an ongoing maintenance plan for the Elizabeth II, which includes regular surveys of the ship, contracting with specialists on maintenance and repair and possible collaboration with Dare County to ensure navigability of the waterways so ship can be hauled out annually.
• Work with staff to effectively manage the rental of event space at the park.

Establish and oversee organizational structure to support operations.

• Ensure that organizational structure aligns to reflect clear accountability and responsibility for key park functions.
• Hire and manage permanent and temporary staff to support operations.

Develop and manage budget to support operations and comply with state purchasing requirements.

• Develop a budget that accurately reflects park income (including ticket sales and donations) and expenses, including accounting for future maintenance and equipment needs.
• Regularly review financial reports to ensure budget is on track.
• Ensure that purchases and contracts for the park meet with all state purchasing requirements.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with local and state agencies, including but not limited to the Town of Manteo, Dare County, the Friends of the Elizabeth II, N.C. DNCR, N.C. DOT and members of the local business community.

• Attend Friends of the Elizabeth II meetings.
• Communicate regularly with local and state agencies and members of the business community regarding park operations.
• Attend town and county meetings as needed.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $90,000.00 - $125,000.00

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:

Business administration experience

Strategic planning experience

Stakeholder engagement

Management

Communications

Museum and/or public history leadership

Position/Physical Requirements

Must be available to work a typical schedule of Monday - Friday 8:30-5:30 with a one-hour lunch, and occasional evening, weekend and holiday hours required as needed.

Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.

This position is located at:

1 Festival Park

Manteo, NC 27954

As per N.C.G.S. 126, this Position is designated as Exempt from the State Human Resources Act (EHRA).

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.

Master's degree in public history, historic preservation, business or public administration, or a related field from an appropriately accredited institution

AND

five years of progressive historical experience in the private or public sector which includes research and history program management;

OR

an equivalent combination of education and experience.

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, a visitor/ticket sales center, offices, and a 50-seat auditorium. In 1998 an expansion project was completed, adding an 8,500 sq. ft. Adventure Museum; a 240-seat film/small performance indoor theatre; 3,0000-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.

This iconic historic site is nestled in the quaint town of Manteo, the county seat for Dare County, a top tourist destination that draws visitors by blending rich history with natural coastal beauty. The site’s waterfront pavilion provides the backdrop for concerts by nationally renowned artists through an annual summer concert series and fall bluegrass festival. Numerous couples have said “I do” on the pavilion grounds, which also serves as the site for numerous community events and gatherings.

North Carolina is one of the fastest growing states in the nation, recognized for its geographic diversity, featuring the highest Appalachian peaks (Mt. Mitchell) and 300+ miles of coastline.”

Division Description

The Division of State Historic Sites was established to coordinate 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. https://historicsites.nc.gov/

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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.  

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 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: 919-814-6670

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.

Recruiter:

Mary McClintock
Email:

employment@dncr.nc.gov

Hiring Salary $90,000 - $125,000

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Listing Expires: 4/20/2026

Organization Name: DNCR Historic Sites

Organization website: https://historicsites.nc.gov/all-sites/vance-birthplace

The Historic Site Manager II at Vance Birthplace in Weaverville is responsible for the overall leadership of the site, including program development, administration, marketing, and community outreach. This position manages the everyday supervisory and business needs of the site including but not limited to staff management, event planning, building community partnerships, purchasing, budget management, financial reporting, and site safety. Work is performed independently and is evaluated by the West Region Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Manage the daily operations of Vance Birthplace State Historic Site
• Supervise all interpretive and maintenance staff
• Supervise budget, service contracts, and purchasing of supplies and materials
• Conduct tours and interpretive demonstrations for visitors of all ages
• Envision, plan, and implement new programs, tours, and special events

Hiring Salary: $41,206.00 - $50,307.00

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Listing Expires: 4/17/2026

Organization Name: Gregg Museum of Art & Design

Organization website: https://gregg.arts.ncsu.edu/

The Gregg Museum of Art & Design at NC State University in Raleigh, NC is hiring an Art Exhibit Technician. This position will be responsible for planning, coordinating, designing, and implementing exhibition installations in the Museum’s interior galleries and outdoor areas, as well as for art activations across the NC State campus. The position also serves as the main facility liaison for the building and grounds, and assists with the care of the Gregg’s collection.

For more information and to apply, consult the posting here: https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/229087

This is a temporary (maximum 11 month role), 40 hours per week, $20-23.75/hour.

Note: all applications must be received via NC State's jobs portal. No information or applications received outside of that can be reviewed for consideration.

Hiring Salary: $20-23.75/hour

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Listing Expires: 5/15/2026

Organization Name: Wilkes Heritage Museum

Organization website: 

https://wilkesheritagemuseum.com/

About Us

Wilkes Heritage Museum, Inc. is a private, non-profit organization formed in 1968 that collects and preserves historical structures, artifacts, and documents of Wilkes County and serves as a resource center for every Wilkes County citizen and visitor. Through exhibits, educational programs, performances, and research, Wilkes Heritage Museum, Inc. interprets the history of Wilkes County and western North Carolina. Everyone is welcome. For more information, please visit https://wilkesheritagemuseum.com. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team!


Description of Work
The Research Specialist is responsible for conducting daily operations and interpretation at the Wilkes Heritage Museum in Wilkes County, North Carolina. The Wilkes Heritage Museum is a site with 3 structures, including the main museum, The Old Wilkes Jail, and The Robert Cleveland Log House. The site offers regular tours of The Old Wilkes Jail and The Robert Cleveland Log House, and offers The Joyce Dancy McNeil and George Franklin McNeil Family History Collection for research on genealogical information through a computerized database of genealogy information specifically pertaining to cemetery/gravesite locations.

The part-time hours will vary based on the scheduling needs of the museum. Typically they will consist Mondays-Tuesdays, and some Saturdays, 9:30 to 4:00 pm with some work at night required during special events, etc. Expect 15-25 hours per week. Research Specialist will be responsible for the ongoing development and maintenance of our databases that include the McNeil Collection and Past Perfect. Greet and orient visitors, conduct tours, operate the gift shop. Conduct artifact management and care, and general office work. Assist with site maintenance and cleaning as needed. The person in this position must have good written and oral communication.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Conducting tours as part of visitor services.
• Conducting appropriate artifact management and care techniques.
• Researching historical topics related to the site or area.
• Assisting visitors in gift shop as needed.
• Assisting with light maintenance and janitorial duties.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Recruitment Range: $14,000-$18,000
To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on your resume and cover letter. Any information omitted from the resume will not be considered for qualifying credit.

Applicants who possess the following are preferred:
Experience with special events and/or special programs.
Experience with public speaking.
Beginning level proficiency with Microsoft Word.
Knowledge of adapting historical tours to age, interest level, special interests, and/or time constraints.

Position/Physical Requirements
Must be available to work as needed for the staffing demands through Monday-Saturday with occasional night or weekend work required as needed.
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.

Minimum Education and Experience
High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma
AND
Actively pursuing higher education - excellent opportunity for those interested in history, museum studies, anthropology, digital humanities, and public administration that could be applied to your degree and/or building a resume.
OR
three years of experience in giving or developing museum tours;
OR
an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Apply to this email directorwhm@wilkes.net

Hiring Salary: $14,000-$18,000 - PART-TIME

Listing Expires: 4/30/2026

Organization Name: Fredericksburg Area Museum

Organization Website: https://www.famva.org/

President and CEO
Fredericksburg Area Museum

The Fredericksburg Area Museum (FAM) connects people to the region’s rich history—from its earliest inhabitants to today’s residents. Founded in 1985, FAM preserves and interprets cultural heritage, fosters community, and promotes understanding of how the past shapes the present.

Based in the city’s historic Town Hall/Market House (circa 1816), FAM engages residents and visitors through exhibits, events, and educational programs. Reflecting Fredericksburg’s complex history—from Native Peoples and colonial roots to its Civil War legacy—FAM serves as a vital center for inclusive storytelling and learning. Learn more at www.famva.org

FAM’s next President and CEO will inherit a mission-driven, community-focused museum with a stable financial foundation (FY26 budget: $500,000) and strong local support. The new leader will strengthen operations, stabilize and expand revenue streams, and inspire broad engagement across the Fredericksburg region. The President will work closely with the Board of Directors and staff to align programs, operations, and governance with long-term sustainability goals.

This is an opportunity for a charismatic, diplomatic, and visionary leader to steward a respected institution through its next phase of growth. The President oversees a small professional team including curators, a Director of Interpretation and Programs, and managers for communications, development, and education and reports to a 16-member Board of Directors composed of civic, cultural, and business leaders.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategy, Leadership, and Governance
Set strategic direction for FAM’s mission, vision, and goals in collaboration with the Board, staff, and community partners.
Represent FAM as a visible civic leader and partner across the Fredericksburg area.
Collaborate with the Board on governance matters, including recruitment, onboarding, and committee engagement.

External Relations and Fundraising
Lead comprehensive fundraising and revenue strategies to support programs, operations, and long-term goals.
Cultivate individual, corporate, and institutional donors; serve as primary solicitor for major gifts.
Direct marketing and visibility efforts that integrate fundraising and community engagement goals.

Organizational Development and Administration
Manage and develop a high-performing team of museum professionals.
Strengthen HR practices, financial management systems, and internal communications.
Oversee annual budget planning, monitoring, and reporting; maintain sound financial and operational systems in partnership with the Board’s Finance Committee and contracted bookkeeper.


Exhibitions, Community Engagement, and Education Programs
Provide executive oversight for culturally relevant and innovative exhibitions, programs, and educational initiatives.
Strengthen school outreach and partnerships with cultural and tourism organizations.
Support the management and maintenance of FAM’s historic facilities.

Experience, Skills, and Qualities
A deep passion for preserving history, interpreting cultural heritage, and building community through small, community-centered museums.
10+ years of leadership experience in nonprofit, public sector, academic, or small business settings; museum or cultural experience preferred.
Skilled fundraiser with demonstrated success cultivating and stewarding individual and institutional donors.
Proven record of active civic engagement and relationship-building with community and municipal partners.
Strong business acumen, including budgeting, HR, marketing, and financial management.
Experience scaling programs or organizations to new levels of visibility and impact.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Collaborative leader experienced in working with and engaging a Board of Directors.
Effective manager fostering accountability, clear communication, and a positive team culture.
Familiarity with public-private partnerships and local or state government relations.
Culturally competent leader who can authentically engage diverse audiences.
Professional or volunteer experience connected to history, museums, or cultural heritage within the Mid-Atlantic region or Commonwealth of Virginia preferred.

Compensation
The salary range for this position is $100,000 to $105,000, with performance bonus and a generous benefits package including employer-matched retirement savings, health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and professional development support.

Working Location
This is a full-time, on-site position based in Fredericksburg, Virginia.

Application Process
The Fredericksburg Area Museum has retained Good Insight, a national executive search firm that exclusively serves the nonprofit sector. Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter outlining their interest in and qualifications for this role. Upload materials at good-insight.org/careers.

Direct confidential inquiries to Kate Dykgraaf and Tej Pikle at FAM@good-insight.org. Apply by late April for best consideration.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The Fredericksburg Area Museum provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability.

Salary Range: $100,000 - $105,000

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Listing Expires: 5/1/2026

Organization Name: Duke University

Organization Website: https://www.duke.edu

We are looking for a Curator who will support the stewardship and visibility of the Duke University Musical Instrument Collections (DUMIC), helping students and faculty to explore the many ways we create, comprehend, and perform music. As Curator, you will plan manage, coordinate, and participate in a variety of curatorial and administrative activities in the collection, and plan day-to-day operations in preservation, restoration, and exchange of museum pieces according to the department’s activities and objectives.

USD $62,694.00 to USD $107,633.00

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Listing Expires: 4/5/2026

Organization Name: Appalachian Women's Museum

Organization Website: appwomen.org

The Appalachian Women’s Museum is located in Dillsboro, NC. The organization is the steward of a National Register of Historic Places property that includes a restored farmhouse, a canning house, several other outbuildings, a working garden and totalling about an acre and a half. Our mission is to gather, preserve and share the stories of Southern Appalachian Women past, present and future. We strive to provide a life-long learning environment that is centered on the lives and experiences of women.

The 2026 AWM summer intern will assist in the creation of k-12 educational resources utilizing the AWM grounds, house, museum and objects, and assist with visitor experience during museum open hours. Working directly with staff, advisory board, community partners and local educators, the educational internship recipient will create activities, guides, and tours for each age range. The plans created by the educational intern will provide a diverse representation of the lives of Southern Appalachian Women and their contributions to the region and nation. Central to this internship is engagement with local educators and partners. The educational intern will be a representative of the AWM during this project. It is important to the AWM that all partners be treated with respect to foster connection and future collaboration. The internship runs from mid-May through August for a total of 150 hours minimum. The dates are negotiable. This is a hybrid position with a flexible schedule. Recipient will be required in-person at least 1-2 days a week.

The AWM is an equal opportunity institution that values the insight and direction of a diverse cohort of people. The property is located on ancestral Cherokee lands. We maintain a deep respect for the land, waters and mountains that connect us through time and space. The AWM aspires to be a community site for life-long learning. It is important to the AWM that interns are reimbursed for the labor they provide. This is a paid internship; the intern will be paid in two installments through the summer session. We also support internships for credit.


Qualifications:
Minimum educational requirement – completion of undergraduate degree.
Some experience with creation of educational materials and/or knowledge of stages of child development and/or NC state curriculum standards. That can include classwork, previous work or internships.
Must be able to meet in person at minimum one day a week in Dillsboro and have transportation to AWM.

Skills
Knowledge of Google Suite.
Writing skills.
Customer service experience.
Group work.

The perfect candidate includes
Experience working with and fostering partnerships.
A positive attitude.
An interest or experience with museum education.

To apply for this internship, email a letter of interest, two references, and CV to museum@appwomen.org


Applications are due by April 5th, 2026.

Stipend: 1500

Email museum@appwomen.org to apply