Agency

Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division

Battleship

Job Classification Title

Information & Communications Spec III (NS)

Position Number

65023202

Grade

NC16

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 www.dncr.nc.gov. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team.

Description of Work

The Development Director is responsible for the management of all aspects of ongoing Capital Campaigns, long-term fundraising, and grantsmanship for the USS North Carolina Battleship Commission, in support of the Battleship North
Carolina Memorial. Responsibilities include relationship building, fundraising activities, staff management, donor database management, financial reporting and auditing, solicitation licensing, etc. The Development Director will work for the Executive Director and USS North Carolina Battleship Commission to initiate, coordinate, and implement all aspects of the development and grants programs. Long-term, the development office will build and maintain a robust and comprehensive annual and special gift development program.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

- Development & Campaign Management - Research, identify, and implement comprehensive plans to secure contributions from individuals, corporations, foundations, and government sources to support the Battleship.

- Grant Application and Management – Identify grant opportunities aligned with strategic goals, draft proposals for approval, and maintain a database tracking all deadlines.

- Administration and Staff Training – Maintain centralized digital and hard-copy donor history databases, prospects logs, and assignment tracking reports to ensure accurate documentation of campaign progress.

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: $57,983.00 - $80,713.00

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:

Demonstrated experience in fundraising, development, advancement, philanthropy, or grant administration
Experience managing major gifts and donor stewardship programs
Experience in grant writing and grant management
Experience with donor databases/CRM systems and prospect research
Experience leading fundraising campaigns and community partnerships

Position/Physical Requirements

Must be available to work the schedule of Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm with occasional weekends and holidays required as needed.
Must be able to climb, crouch, reach, push, finger, grasp, talk, hear, and do repetitive motions.

** This is a repost. Previous applicants are still being considered and do NOT need to reapply. **

This position is located at:

1 Battleship Rd NE

Wilmington, NC 28401

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 in communications, public relations, public affairs, media, journalism, English, or related field from an appropriately accredited institution

AND

four years of experience in communications, public relations, or publicity work;

an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Division Description

The Battleship North Carolina Memorial serves as the State’s memorial to those North Carolinians who served and died in WWII, as well as a tribute to all veterans past and present. In addition, the Battleship Memorial serves as an attraction and a center of education for all levels of students. https://battleshipnc.com/

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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.

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 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

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