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121 West Jones Street, 2nd Floor

Raleigh, NC 27601

Primary Purpose of Position

The Digital Media Coordinator oversees the digital media assets for the division and serves as the lead photographer and videographer for the division. The primary function is to develop and manage a system to organize photos and videos across the state parks system.

Key Responsibilities included but are not limited to:

Develop and oversee a system for managing digital media assets and archival files; including the digitization of thousands of current materials across the state parks system.
Organize all digital media assets into the developed file management system.
Create a project list of the most pressing digital media needs for the division.
Photograph subjects, events, landscapes, etc. across the state parks system.
Film video on set and on location across the state parks system.
Edit footage after recording, including the addition of closed caption, filing, and uploading to YouTube.
Oversee freelance digital media projects, as needed and approved by division leadership.
Visit state park offices and visitor centers and review archival materials.
Consult with State Archives on methodologies and workflow for digitizing archival materials across the state parks system.

Position/Physical Requirements

Work schedule will primarily be Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.
Must be available to work after hours, weekends, and holidays when necessary.
Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license within 90 days of employment.
Must be able to exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects with or without reasonable accommodation.
Physical activities may include climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions with or without reasonable accommodation.

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 using photography and/or videography.
Demonstrated experience using media production and/or audiovisual equipment.
Demonstrated experience managing file organization and digital asset management.
Demonstrated experience coordinating and administering digital media projects and initiatives.

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 education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See of oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, public affairs, media journalism, English, or a related field from an appropriately accredited institution

AND

Two (2) years of experience in communications, public relations, or publicity work

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience.

The North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation exists to inspire all its citizens and visitors through conservation, recreation and education.

Conservation: To conserve and protect representative examples of North Carolina's natural beauty, ecological features, recreational and cultural resources within the state parks system;

Recreation: To provide and promote safe, healthy and enjoyable outdoor recreational opportunities throughout the state; and

Education: To provide educational opportunities that promote stewardship of the state's natural and cultural heritage.

To explore NC State Parks visit: https://www.ncdcr.gov/things-to-do/state-parks

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

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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 Parks and Recreation

Victoria Lykes

121 W. Jones Street, Raleigh, NC 27601

Phone: 919-707-9360

employment@dncr.nc.gov

Qualifications

Must be available to work after hours, weekends, and holidays when necessary
Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license within 90 days of employment
Must be able to exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects with or without reasonable accommodation
Physical activities may include climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions with or without reasonable accommodation
Demonstrated experience using photography and/or videography
Demonstrated experience using media production and/or audiovisual equipment
Demonstrated experience managing file organization and digital asset management
Demonstrated experience coordinating and administering digital media projects and initiatives
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 education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both
Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, public affairs, media journalism, English, or a related field from an appropriately accredited institution
Two (2) years of experience in communications, public relations, or publicity work
An equivalent combination of education and experience
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
Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions
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

Benefits

Film video on set and on location across the state parks system
Recreation: To provide and promote safe, healthy and enjoyable outdoor recreational opportunities throughout the state; and
Education: To provide educational opportunities that promote stewardship of the state's natural and cultural heritage
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
DNCR supports pay equity for women, establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care, and implement fair chance policies
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

Responsibilities

The Digital Media Coordinator oversees the digital media assets for the division and serves as the lead photographer and videographer for the division
The primary function is to develop and manage a system to organize photos and videos across the state parks system
Develop and oversee a system for managing digital media assets and archival files; including the digitization of thousands of current materials across the state parks system
Organize all digital media assets into the developed file management system
Create a project list of the most pressing digital media needs for the division
Photograph subjects, events, landscapes, etc
Edit footage after recording, including the addition of closed caption, filing, and uploading to YouTube
Oversee freelance digital media projects, as needed and approved by division leadership
Visit state park offices and visitor centers and review archival materials
Consult with State Archives on methodologies and workflow for digitizing archival materials across the state parks system
Work schedule will primarily be Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Digital Media Coordinator

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