Historic Sites Assistant Director
Salary - $54,900.00 - $85,100.00 Annually
Location - Raleigh, NC
Job Type - Full-Time
Job Number - 2026-00156
Department - PRCR - Resources
Opening Date - 02/05/2026
Closing Date - 2/26/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Work Hours - Monday - Friday; 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Weekends and Nights as needed
Hiring Range - $54,900.00 - $70,000.00
Job Description
Based in downtown Raleigh, the Historic Sites Assistant Director plays an integral role in interpretating and preserving multiple historic sites. Whether developing education programs, creating new special events, planning a summer camp program, working with the community and volunteers, or researching exhibits, the Historic Sites Assistant Director will play a key role in telling the story of Raleigh to the over 50,000 visitors who frequent one of our sites each year. The Historic Sites Assistant Director is a professional, supervisory position that directs the public programs for HRM sites including Mordecai Historic Park, Borden Building, Tucker House, Latta University Historic Park, and the Raleigh Trolleys. This position will supervise paid part-time staff as well as volunteer personnel. This position will be responsible for decisions related to all programs at the sites. Position requires high level of customer service to both external and internal customers. The position will have some responsibility across all HRM sites and programs and will report to the HRM Historic Sites Director.
About You:
We are seeking someone who is passionate about history and excited to teach the public about the past. You will need to be a collaborative team player and flexible to meet the needs of the day as we work on public programs, school field trips, special events, rentals, and exhibits. Success in this role requires initiative, creativity, and motivation to connect with the surrounding community and deliver a wide range of unique experiences. No two days are the same, so the ability to prioritize tasks, adapt to changing circumstances, and communicate effectively is essential.
About Us:
Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department’s mission is to connect and enrich our community through exceptional experiences. The Historic Sites section is based out of Mordecai Historic Park which is home to the oldest house in Raleigh on its original location. The park is also home to several other historic buildings, most prominently the birthplace of Andrew Johnson. The other historic properties managed by this section are the Tucker House which is a neo-classic revival style home built in 1914 and Latta University Historic Park which is the site of the former Latta University, an African-American coeducational institution founded by the Reverend Latta which served the community from 1892-1920. The Borden Building which is formerly part of the historic Methodist Home for Children in Fred Fletcher Park and the Raleigh Trolleys which are used for tours, special programs, and rentals are also administrated by this section. Staff direct a variety of educational, recreational, and cultural programs and special events including elementary aged summer camps, lectures, and large-scale special events.
Duties and Responsibilities
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
- Plans, organizes, directs, and supervises participants in a variety of classes, programs, and events that are social, historic, educational, and/or cultural at Mordecai Historic Park, Borden Building, Tucker House, Latta University Historic Park, and the Raleigh Trolleys.
- Serves as volunteer coordinator and programming director.
- Assists in training, supervising, and coordinating the schedules of part time staff, volunteers, youth employees, and others.
- Help staff City Council appointed HRM Advisory Board.
- Work with HRM staff to research, plan, and execute events and programs in support of HRM facilities.
- Helps conduct public relations for the Historic Sites section; advises citizens of programs and activities offered; prepares bulletins, pamphlets, brochures, website, and newsletters relating to programs.
- Departmental responsibility as liaison for programs and subject matter expert for internal and external groups.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Directly supervises part-time employees and volunteers for the Historic Sites program
- Interviews, hires, and trains employees
- Planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems
Typical Qualifications
Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Leisure Activities, Physical Education, Sports/Athletics, Therapeutic Recreation or related field; 1 to 3 years’ experience in recreation program/activity and/or special event implementation, marketing, coordinating, or related work.
OR
Any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's Degree in museum studies, parks and recreation, education, history, public history, architectural history, design or a related field
- 3 years of relevant experience
Additional Information
Knowledge of:
- Program administration, management, and project management principles
- Critical thinking, analysis, and research methods (qualitative & quantitative)
- Budgeting practices and financial reporting
- Supervisory techniques, coaching, and team leadership
- Applicable laws, regulations, and compliance standards
- Industry best practices, trends, and emerging technologies
- Customer service principles and relevant specialized tools/software
Skill in:
- Managing projects/programs and coordinating priorities
- Data analysis, research, and applying findings to decision-making
- Preparing reports, presentations, and documentation
- Monitoring budgets, schedules, and compliance
- Supervising, training, and evaluating staff performance
- Interpreting and applying laws, codes, and standards
- Effective communication and interpersonal interaction
- Using computers and software applications
ADA and Other Requirements:
Work Environment and Physical Effort:
Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Work Environment:
Work is typically performed in an office or similar indoor setting. Employees may occasionally work in an outdoor environment or in a vehicle.
Work Exposures:
Work in this position does not require frequent environmental exposures.
City of Raleigh is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employee. accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.
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