Program Coordinator

Salary

$41,655.00 - $50,039.00 Annually

Location 

Wake County, NC

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

25-11421 AAHC60035991

Department

Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division

African American Heritage Commission

Opening Date

09/26/2025

Closing Date

10/2/2025 5:00 PM Eastern

Job Class Title

Program Coordinator ll

Position Number

60035991

Section

African American Heritage Commission

Salary Grade

NC10

Primary Purpose of Position:
The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources is seeking an enthusiastic team member to be part of our wonderful organization! The Program Coordinator connects with public audiences in communities across North Carolina, cultivates partnerships within DNCR and with external stakeholders, and grows public awareness of the North Carolina African American Heritage Commission (NCAAHC) via digital content. This work will center North Carolina African American history, art, and culture, and will align with the organizational mission, vision, and strategic plan, as well as overarching departmental goals.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Supports NCAAHC’s statewide public engagement and partnership efforts, connecting with audiences across the state as the NCAAHC’s representative at a variety of public events, meetings, and speaking engagements. 
• Connects statewide audiences to existing NCAAHC initiatives (including the N.C. Green Book Project, Africa to Carolina, and various heritage programs) through innovative, community-centered programs, experiences, and communications. 
• Creates programs, resources, and experiences that are responsive to the needs of three core stakeholder groups (grassroots heritage practitioners, artists, and statewide and regional partners). 
• Manages logistics for commissioner meetings, organizational programs, workshops, events, and community meetings alongside NCAAHC staff. 
• Supports NCAAHC’s creation of social content, digital newsletters, web content, and other digital resources. 
• Serves as a liaison and committee member for departmental divisions, initiatives, and programs, including, but not limited to, America 250th, the NC Music Office, and African American Cultural Celebration.
• Coordinating NCAAHC’s traveling exhibit program. This includes working with partner institutions, managing the booking schedule, and associated paperwork. 

Position/Physical Requirements:

• Typical work schedule is Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm. Some evenings and weekends as needed.
• Demonstrated ability to lift up to 20 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation. 

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.

Management Prefers:

• Demonstrated experience and/or expertise in history, art, African American studies, museum studies, public history, cultural studies, and/or education.
• Demonstrated experience utilizing digital tools and/or platforms (including but not limited to newsletter software, social media, website building tools and the Microsoft Office suite).
• Demonstrated experience working and communicating with the public in a professional setting.

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.

Bachelor’s degree from appropriately accredited institution 

AND

One year of experience related to the area of assignment

OR

An equivalent combination of training and experience.

Supplemental and Contact Information

Division Description:

The North Carolina African American Heritage Commission is a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. Created by the North Carolina General Assembly in 2008, the Commission works with a mission to preserve, protect and promote North Carolina African American history, art, and culture for all people. In addition to work across the state, the Commission is home to North Carolina Freedom Park. In the heart of the state capital, the park recognizes the African American experience and struggle for freedom in North Carolina.

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) takes care of the things that people love about North Carolina. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including 27 historic sites, seven history museums, two art museums, five science museums, four aquariums, 35 state parks, four recreation areas, dozens of state trails and natural areas, the North Carolina Zoo, the State Library, the State Archives, the N.C. 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 N.C. Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program. 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. Everyone is welcome. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov.  We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team!

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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
Please watch our video here that walks you through each step of the application process. 

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.

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 several weeks.  
  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).

Sign On Bonus Eligibility

To be eligible for a sign-on bonus, the candidate must not have worked as a probationary, permanent, or time-limited employee in the last 12 months as an employee in North Carolina state government, including without limitation the judicial system, state executive branch agencies, and the university system, subject to the State Human Resources Act.

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CONTACT INFORMATION: 

N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division of Human Resources

Devyn Kirksey

109 East Jones Street

Raleigh, NC  27601

Phone:  919-814-6670

employment@dncr.nc.gov