Historical Publications Editor Job at State of North Carolina in Raleigh

Overview

This position is located at 3100 Smoketree Court, Raleigh, NC 27604. The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) seeks a Publications Editor to apply historical knowledge and editorial expertise to ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency of historical content for publications. Responsibilities include maintaining historical integrity, adhering to editorial standards, proofreading, overseeing the production process, and coordinating with designers and other stakeholders.

Primary Purpose Of Position

The historical publications editor applies historical knowledge and editorial expertise to ensure the accuracy, clarity, and consistency of historical content for publications. Responsibilities include maintaining historical integrity, adhering to editorial standards, proofreading, overseeing the production process, and coordinating with designers and other stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the twice-yearly production of Circa, a key museum magazine for adult stakeholders, including content curation, collaboration, fact checking, editing, project management, and stakeholder meetings with outside support groups.
• Edit programming descriptions and collateral, collaborating with staff across multiple sections.
• Review and edit historical social media posts, such as Textile Tuesdays, for clarity and historical accuracy within word and character limits.
• Collaborate with curators, educators, graphic designers, and other communication staff to develop engaging, accurate, and accessible content for diverse audiences.
• Maintain institutional tone, style, and editorial guidelines to ensure consistency across all museum communications.
• Review and edit written materials for clarity, historical accuracy, readability, and alignment with the museum’s brand.

Position / Physical Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

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.

Preferred / Management Preferences

Agency & Section Descriptions

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 ten staff 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 history through exhibitions, publications, and educational programs, providing accessible, inclusive experiences onsite and virtually.

Agency Description : The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) cares for North Carolina’s natural and cultural resources. For more information, visit www.dncr.nc.gov. We encourage you to apply to become part of our team.

Application Process & Eligibility

Applicants must complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded but will not replace a fully completed application. Provide comprehensive information in Education, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. Supplemental questions require supporting information within the Work Experience section. Applications submitted by the closing date are reviewed; the process may take several weeks. DNCR participates in E-Verify. ADA accommodations are available; contact the appropriate person for accommodations during the application process.

Additional Information

We are an Employment First state and support pay equity, paid parental leave, and fair chance policies. This is a full-time, non-contingent position with seniority level as listed. Job function includes Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing / Editing; industry : Government Administration.

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