[NHCOLL-L:4714] Posting for a Director for the Nature Research Center (Raleigh, NC)

[Hogue, Gabriela]

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Position: Director, Nature Research
Working Title: Director, Nature Research Center
Vacancy Number: 65010170
Salary Grade: FR
Salary Range: $150,000 - $235,000
Hiring Range: $150,000 - $235,000
Division: ENR SO DS MNS Directors Ofc
Type of Appointment: Permanent Full-Time
Location: Raleigh
Posting Date: 02/03/2010
Closing Date: 03/15/2010



Description of Work

*******One half of the salary will be supplemented by North Carolina State University.*******Joint appointment with NCSU, College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences. Responsible for the research agenda and advocacy for the new wing, the Nature Research Center (NRC), of the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences. This includes supervising senior research staff, developing, directing, implementing and fund raising for all research programs of the NRC and assisting with the integration of existing Museum programs with the NRC operations. Provide leadership for the UNC system partnership and partnerships between the NRC and its many partner research organizations in the State, Federal Government and private sector. Clearly articulate the evolving vision of the NRC s future to many audiences. All essential education and experience documentation must be attached and indicated on the PD-107 (state application) in order to be considered.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of museums, universities, academia, and/or scientific research organizations. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement policies and procedures relative to the administration of a diverse research program. Ability to attract high quality staff and supervise a staff of professional, technical and clerical personnel. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with public and private partners and individuals. Ability to successfully fund raise for special programs and major projects. Ability to successfully communicate the vision of the NRC to all audiences.

Training and Experience Requirements

Doctorate in biology, zoology, botany, one of the natural sciences, or related field and five years of progressively responsible experience in a natural science museum, university, or related program or experiences that provide the above knowledge and skills. Special Note: This position must provide experienced leadership for a unique and ever changing research and education institution and its public and private partners. Degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions.


How to Apply:

An applicant must complete and submit a separate State Application for Employment form (PD-107<javascript:ApplicationLink()>), listing the position number and job title for the position applied for. DENR uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Personnel Act with most qualified individuals. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a State Application for Employment (PD-107<javascript:ApplicationLink()>). Original application, signed and dated must be mailed to the contact person listed. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference for first-time employment with State Government should submit a copy of Form DD-214. All relevant experience must be listed on the PD-107 application form to receive proper credit; any information omitted from the application form cannot be considered for qualifying credit. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Applications received after 5:00 p.m. on the "closing date" will not be considered. When a salary range is posted the actual salary will be based on relevant competencies, knowledge, skills and ability, training, internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. All post-high school degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions.


Contact Person:

Rhonda Clapp

Contact Agent:

Environment Natural Resou

Contact Address:

1626 Mail Service Center




Raleigh, NC - 1626

Contact Email:

Contact Phone:

(919) 733 - 7450

Contact Fax:









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