Senior Historical Publications Editor

Agency

Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division

Museum of History

Job Classification Title

Historic Publications Editor (NS)

Position Number

60083996

Grade

NC10

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 primary purpose of this position is to apply historical knowledge and editorial expertise to produce compelling, coherent, and impactful content that resonates with readers and museum visitors. The senior editor upholds rigorous standards of accuracy, consistency, and style while working with the executive editor to shape content strategies and refine the overall editorial vision.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Managing the production of one of two museum publications, including content curation, collaboration, fact checking, editing, project management, and stakeholder meeting.

• Collaborating closely with curators, educators, graphic designers, and other communication staff to develop engaging, accurate, and accessible content for diverse audiences.

• Coordinating editorial production schedules, tracking revisions and approvals, and maintaining editorial records and final content for assigned projects.

• Editing and proofreading a wide variety of materials, including exhibit text, educational resources, website content, digital publications, marketing.

• Maintaining institutional tone, style, and editorial guidelines to ensure consistency across all museum communications.

• Identifying opportunities to improve editorial processes, strengthen collaboration among staff, and increase consistency and efficiency in the development of content.

• Helping executive editor establish standards and practices for accessible, plain-language, and audience centered writing.

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: $43,627-$60,244

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:

• Knowledge of professional editing, proofreading, writing, and publication practices. CMOS experience preferred.
• Ability to edit complex historical, educational, and institutional material while maintaining accuracy, clarity, and the author's intended meaning.
• Experience developing editorial standards, style guides, content processes, or other tools to support consistency and quality across an organization.
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects, deadlines, contributors, and review processes simultaneously.
• Ability to translate complex or specialized information into clear, accessible, and engaging content for general audiences.

Position/Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work the schedule Monday - Friday 8am -5pm with Occasional Night and Weekend work required as needed

This position is located at:

Museum of History

3100 Smoketree CT

Raleigh, NC, 27604

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 English, journalism, history, or related field from an appropriately accredited institution

OR

Bachelor's degree in English, journalism, history or related field from an appropriately accredited institution

AND

two years of experience in a profession requiring research and/or editing as a major job skill

OR

an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Section/Unit Description
The Communications and Public Engagement Section connects people to North Carolina’s history by crafting clear, compelling, and inclusive stories across print, digital, and public platforms. This section comprises a team of ten staff members responsible for museum communications, marketing, digital content, web services, editorial, and graphic design.

Division Description

The Division of State History Museums collects, preserves, and shares stories and artifacts of North Carolina’s rich and complex history locally, regionally, nationally, and globally—by collecting artifacts and telling the stories that connect the past to the present. Through exhibitions, publications, and educational programs, we provide accessible, inclusive experiences both onsite and virtually. https://www.ncmuseumofhistory.org/

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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:

Phylicia Duncan

Email:

[email protected]