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Executive Director of the Executive Mansion

Natural and Cultural Resources · Wake County, North Carolina

OnsiteFull-timeDirect from the employer

Posted Oct 3, 2026 · Verified open Oct 10, 2026

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About the job

Agency
Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources
Division
ARH Deputy Secretary
Job Classification Title
Program Supervisor II (NS)
Position Number
60083951
Grade
NC17
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
Are you interested in a career in public service where your work helps shape the experience of North Carolina's citizens and distinguished guests? The Office of the Governor is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Executive Director to oversee both the operations and events of the Executive Mansion.

The Executive Director of the North Carolina Governor’s Mansion provides executive leadership and operational oversight for the Governor’s Mansion, staff, programs, events, and public-facing activities. The Executive Director is responsible for ensuring that the Executive Mansion operates with the highest standards of hospitality, professionalism, discretion, security awareness, historic preservation and fiscal stewardship.

Serving as a key member of the Governor’s Operations Team, the Executive Director works closely with the Governor, First Family, senior leadership team, state agencies, legislators, community leaders, donors, and other stakeholders. The position requires exceptional judgment, diplomacy, organizational leadership, and the ability to manage sensitive and high-profile matters with confidentiality and professionalism.

The Executive Director oversees the Executive Mansion as both a private residence and an important symbol of the State, ensuring that its historic character, public responsibilities, and ceremonial functions are maintained to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
· Providing strategic leadership and day-to-day executive oversight of Mansion operations.

· Establishing and maintaining policies, procedures, standards, and protocols for Mansion operations and events.

· Serving as the principal administrative liaison among the Governor’s Office, Mansion staff, state agencies, contractors, vendors, and external stakeholders.

· Advising the Governor and First Family on Mansion operations, hospitality, events, protocol, and related matters.

· Exercising sound judgment in handling confidential, sensitive, and time-critical matters.

· Developing and managing operating budgets, expenditures, contracts, purchasing, and financial controls.

· Ensuring compliance with applicable state laws, policies, regulations, and administrative requirements.
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.

*THIS IS AN ANTICIPATED VACANCY*

Recruitment Range: $60,881.00 - $106,544.00

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.

Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.

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This position is located at:
116 West Jones Street
Raleigh, NC 27609

As per N.C.G.S. 126 , this position is designated as Exempt Confidential Secretary

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.

Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution
AND
Five (5) years of experience related to the area of assignment
OR
An equivalent combination of training and experience

Supplemental and Contact Information

The Office of the Governor helps the Governor carry out his duties. The Governor serves a term of four years and chairs the collective body of the state's elected executive officials, the Council of State. The Governor's powers and responsibilities are prescribed by the state constitution and by law. They serve as North Carolina's chief executive and are tasked by the constitution with faithfully carrying out the laws of the state. They are ex officio commander in chief of the North Carolina National Guard and director of the state budget. The office has some powers of appointment of executive branch officials, some judges, and members of boards and commissions. Governors are also empowered to grant pardons and veto legislation. With its inception in 1776, the office of Governor is the oldest public office in the state of North Carolina.

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.

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
T he 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:
Juliette Chandler Clemmons
Email:
employment@dncr.nc.gov