Charlotte Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

The Senior Art Director assists and ensures content creation for the print, digital and social space.  This position will serve as a visual lead, team ideator and subject matter expert internally and externally for all creative assets produced for marketing-driven projects, campaigns and/or ongoing programs.  This role will have experience using a combination of talent and skill to shape high-quality assets (amazing ideas, expertly crafted from a visual tone, topic/theme, search, accuracy and clarity perspective).  This role is accountable to the Associate Creative Director.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Create (and review others in creating) audience-centric assets, inclusive of articles, graphics, infographics, video scripts, social media content, etc.) for all channels – print, digital (mobile first) and social
• Art direction and execution of illustrations, photo shoots and video shoots, both externally and in-house productions
• Create original content to adhere to client’s brand; understand and enforce the brand guidelines for assigned work
• Active participation in brainstorming and ideation
• Facilitate both internal and client-facing presentations
• Manage and mentor Art Directors and Designers to ensure that their work on brand and on strategy
• Manage and direct freelancers
• Inform hour estimates to the Associate Creative Director
• Collaborate and share ideas and best practices with peers across the organization
• Creation and ownership of the creative slides in PowerPoint as a part of larger presentation decks
• Strong collaboration with editorial team members
• Consistent engagement with the workflow tool

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Other duties as assigned

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

BFA in Graphic Design or related degree

Experience:

5-7 years in a design related field; agency experience preferred

Skills:

• Demonstrate leadership skills; Experience in a management role
• Experience directing photo and video shoots
• An understanding and advocate of the print production process and the video/photo shoot process, including the three bid process and necessary steps for outside vendors
• Active participation in brainstorming and ideation
• Ability to present ‘the strategic why’ behind the creative and articulate the solve
• Solid grasp of web design principles and an understanding of front-end web technologies
• Knowledge of the digital, social, video shoot and print production process
• Ability to self-manage time and meet expected deadlines, completing work on time and within the hours allocated
• Proficient in: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, PowerPoint
• Knowledge of the CMS systems and workflow tool
• Ability to coordinate, prioritize, and accomplish multiple tasks in a fast-paced atmosphere with minimal supervision

The salary for this position will range from $55,000.00 – $72,000.00, depending on experience, education, geographical location, and other factors.

Employees are offered a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and more. For more information regarding Pace’s benefits please look at our Benefits page: https://www.paceco.com/culture/benefits/

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Pace we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and genuine workplace, so if you’re enthusiastic about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we urge you to apply regardless. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles we have available.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Pace

Job Title: Senior Creative/Web Specialist – Art Director

Location: Charlotte, NC 28285

Duration: 12+ months

Job Description:

· Concept and design strategic, creative materials to support internal and external communications projects and initiatives including but not limited to: advertising, broadcast and video, newsletters (print and online), bill inserts, web graphics and other collateral.

· Develops concepts based on requirements from communication plans or creative briefs.

· Works collaboratively with copywriters, account managers, digital specialists and other communicators.

· Presents design solutions as needed to obtain approval from client(s).

· Shows strong follow-through and attention to detail from project initiation through completion and archiving of files.

· Conducts research to stay abreast of current design and functionality trends, incorporating them into work.

· Reflect corporate values including diversity and safety in planning, messages and final products and images.

· Ensures the delivery of creative, effective communications consistent with the company’s brand standards and voice.

· Ideal candidate Understands and executes to meet the client’s strategy, core message, target audience and specific goals, Produces work that is consistently on-time and within budget, Works collaboratively with copywriters, account managers, digital specialists and other communicators, Delivers materials for a broad spectrum of communications channels, including broadcast, video, radio, audio, direct mail, print ads, digital ads, email and web, Presents materials to clients;

· works positively and constructively to resolve issues and make necessary revisions, Shows strong follow-through and attention to detail from project initiation through completion and archiving of files, Works within established workflow processes,

· Provides expertise in effective messaging for various audiences and guidance for applying the company’s style guide and brand voice, maintains or improves skill level in design software and design techniques and methods.

· 10+ years experience.

US Tech Solutions

—–urgently hiring!——

Are you a PR pro looking to join a young and vibrant startup? Would you like to work in a PR agency environment? do you want to use your expertise to launch a new PR & Design company?If so, keep reading.

Public Relations Roles and Responsibilities:

• Responds to requests for information from the media.
• Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with consumers, community, employees, and public interest groups.
• Writes press releases and prepares reports for the media to promote clients.
• Plans or directs the development of programs to maintain favorable public and stakeholder views of the organization’s agenda and accomplishments.
• Coaches client reps in effective communication with the public and employees.
• Analyzes the organization’s objectives, promotional policies, and needs to build public relations strategies that influence public opinion and promote products, ideas, and services.
• Maintains the organization’s image and identity.
• Drafts speeches and schedules interviews.
• Prepares and edits organizational materials, including employee newsletters and other publications for internal and external audiences.
• Updates and maintains the organization’s digital content.
• Collaborates with managers to identify trends and evaluate advertising to determine whether it is in sync with the organization’s public relations efforts.

The right candidate will be there from day 1 to set up PR processes, brainstorm, and assist clients with their PR needs.

We are a brand-new startup! A fast-paced and exciting agency environment where creative individuals thrive. We mainly specialize in marketing and branding. We work with social influencers, businesses, musicians, etc

Public Relations Qualifications / Skills:

• Superior written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of consumer marketing
• Ability to make media pitches
• Creative thinking
• Research skills
• Inquisitive
• Deadline-driven
• Reporting skills
• Attention to detail
• Social media savvy

Education and Experience Requirements:

• BA in public relations, journalism, communications, marketing, or related field
• Experience in handling a press conference
• experience with both traditional & non-traditional PR

• Are you or someone you know a good fit? Feel free to apply! everyone is welcome.

Kyanite PR

The Grandover Resort & Spa, a Wyndham Grand Hotel is currently seeking a

Tournament & Recreation Director to join our team!

Our ideal candidate is passionate, motivated, and dedicated to selling and administering the game of golf for Grandover!

Responsibilities:

• Assist with media and marketing duties including but not limited to press releases, social media, photography, and tournament results.
• Order tournament supplies and maintain inventory.
• Perform on-site tournament administration including but not limited to golf course setup and marking, rules officiating in addition to local rules and notice to players, starting and scoring.
• Ensure all outside recreation areas are set up and guest presentable.
• Check pool daily for cleanliness and set up.
• Ensure recreation games are set up and broken down daily on the Griffin lawn (weather permitting).
• Volunteer management at Grandover events.
• Participate in Grandover initiatives.
• Assist with other duties as required.

Required Experience and Attributes:

• Previous experience with a junior tour or state/regional golf association preferred.
• Strong knowledge of the Rules of Golf and golf competitions for events.
• Familiarity with Golf Genius Software, Microsoft Suite and similar software programs.
• Strong understanding of the Rules of Golf.
• Ability to speak in public settings and in front of a group.
• Must be highly organized and self-motivated.
• Maintain tee sheets for Grandover Reservations and Golf Shop.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Hospitalization and Accident Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Cafeteria with Discounted Meals
• Weekly Paychecks
• Wyndham Employee Hotel Discounts
• Grandover uniform allowance

Grandover Resort & Spa, a Wyndham Grand Hotel

The Grandover Resort & Spa, a Wyndham Grand Hotel is currently seeking a

Tournament & Recreation Director to join our team!

Our ideal candidate is passionate, motivated, and dedicated to selling and administering the game of golf for Grandover!

Responsibilities:

• Assist with media and marketing duties including but not limited to press releases, social media, photography, and tournament results.
• Order tournament supplies and maintain inventory.
• Perform on-site tournament administration including but not limited to golf course setup and marking, rules officiating in addition to local rules and notice to players, starting and scoring.
• Ensure all outside recreation areas are set up and guest presentable.
• Check pool daily for cleanliness and set up.
• Ensure recreation games are set up and broken down daily on the Griffin lawn (weather permitting).
• Volunteer management at Grandover events.
• Participate in Grandover initiatives.
• Assist with other duties as required.

Required Experience and Attributes:

• Previous experience with a junior tour or state/regional golf association preferred.
• Strong knowledge of the Rules of Golf and golf competitions for events.
• Familiarity with Golf Genius Software, Microsoft Suite and similar software programs.
• Strong understanding of the Rules of Golf.
• Ability to speak in public settings and in front of a group.
• Must be highly organized and self-motivated.
• Maintain tee sheets for Grandover Reservations and Golf Shop.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Hospitalization and Accident Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Cafeteria with Discounted Meals
• Weekly Paychecks
• Wyndham Employee Hotel Discounts
• Grandover uniform allowance

Grandover Resort & Spa, a Wyndham Grand Hotel

Pace is looking for a Social Content Producer to join a thriving brand portfolio. Your role will help solve complex and creative challenges for paid and organic content assets across several social media channels. Successful candidates will have an intuitive and deep understanding of what users want and need when it comes to social experiences. The day-to-day work includes concepting, art direction, execution of design across all social channels, and more. This role reports to the Creative Director.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

• Assist in content creation for any social space that fits the channel but adheres to client’s brand – understand the brand guidelines for assigned work
• Active participation in brainstorming and ideation
• Art direction support for illustrations, photo shoots and video shoots, for both external and in-house productions
• Strong collaboration with all team members involved

WHAT WE’D LIKE TO SEE:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field
• 3-5 years in a design related field; agency experience preferred
• Proficient in: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, XD, After Effects, PowerPoint

Skills:

• Be excited about your work and know how to spread that enthusiasm
• Create audience-centric assets for all social media channels with an ability to ideate and suggest copy for social posts is a plus
• Use clients’ design guidelines and existing visual framework to produce designs and, where appropriate, bring new ideas to the table that are visually cohesive with the rest of our clients’ visual language
• Maintain, suggest, and advocate for evolutions of design elements and existing style guides with a holistic consideration for our clients’ brands
• Able to demonstrate and articulate the understanding of layout, typography, and visual hierarchy
• Not only listen to, but also anticipate the needs, concerns, and input from teammates and clients alike
• Must be skilled and confident presenting creative work internally and be able to present “the strategic why” to help articulate the solve
• Open to feedback but knows how and when to defend design choices
• Self-manage time and meet expected deadlines, as well as complete work within the hours allocated

The salary for this position will range from $55,000.00 – $72,000.00, depending on experience, education, geographical location, and other factors.

Employees are offered a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and more. For more information regarding Pace’s benefits please look at our Benefits page: https://www.paceco.com/culture/benefits/

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Pace we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and genuine workplace, so if you’re enthusiastic about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we urge you to apply regardless. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles we have available.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Pace

Pace is looking for a Social Content Producer to join a thriving brand portfolio. Your role will help solve complex and creative challenges for paid and organic content assets across several social media channels. Successful candidates will have an intuitive and deep understanding of what users want and need when it comes to social experiences. The day-to-day work includes concepting, art direction, execution of design across all social channels, and more. This role reports to the Creative Director.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

• Assist in content creation for any social space that fits the channel but adheres to client’s brand – understand the brand guidelines for assigned work
• Active participation in brainstorming and ideation
• Art direction support for illustrations, photo shoots and video shoots, for both external and in-house productions
• Strong collaboration with all team members involved

WHAT WE’D LIKE TO SEE:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field
• 3-5 years in a design related field; agency experience preferred
• Proficient in: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, XD, After Effects, PowerPoint

Skills:

• Be excited about your work and know how to spread that enthusiasm
• Create audience-centric assets for all social media channels with an ability to ideate and suggest copy for social posts is a plus
• Use clients’ design guidelines and existing visual framework to produce designs and, where appropriate, bring new ideas to the table that are visually cohesive with the rest of our clients’ visual language
• Maintain, suggest, and advocate for evolutions of design elements and existing style guides with a holistic consideration for our clients’ brands
• Able to demonstrate and articulate the understanding of layout, typography, and visual hierarchy
• Not only listen to, but also anticipate the needs, concerns, and input from teammates and clients alike
• Must be skilled and confident presenting creative work internally and be able to present “the strategic why” to help articulate the solve
• Open to feedback but knows how and when to defend design choices
• Self-manage time and meet expected deadlines, as well as complete work within the hours allocated

The salary for this position will range from $55,000.00 – $72,000.00, depending on experience, education, geographical location, and other factors.

Employees are offered a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and more. For more information regarding Pace’s benefits please look at our Benefits page: https://www.paceco.com/culture/benefits/

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Pace we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and genuine workplace, so if you’re enthusiastic about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we urge you to apply regardless. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles we have available.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Pace

Headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina we are recognized in the commercial vehicle industry as THE Vehicle Data Experts. With more than 25 years of experience in collecting and interpreting vehicle data, which has driven the creation of industry-leading solutions in diagnosis, repair, and vehicle health. Today’s top fleets, OEMs, dealerships, independent repair facilities, municipalities and the military all rely on Noregon to keep their vehicles rolling! Noregon specializes in creating custom software and products for the commercial transportation and military industries. In addition to in-shop diagnostic solutions for the commercial fleet and repair industry, Noregon provides expertise in e-business, client-server, and embedded applications along with onboard vehicle network development. We are continuing to grow year after year and are excited to offer this new opportunity of growth for the right candidate!

Website and Ecommerce Manager

The Website and E-commerce Manager will have responsibility for the overall day-to-day management and development of Noregon’s website and e-commerce stores. The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of WordPress and e-commerce environments. Key will be optimizing the visitor and shopping experience. Responsibilities include ensuring the website and stores are optimized and functioning properly, bringing new products and content online, optimizing existing products and content, integrating marketing technologies to improve efficiency, and finding ways to improve the overall visitor experience.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Be the champion of the organization’s websites and web stores
• Responsible for website/web store planning, implementation, managing, monitoring, and updating
• Identify new opportunities for optimization, testing, and growth, and validate via A/B testing
• Respond to and troubleshoot issues
• Collaborate with the marketing team on design and content
• Manage plugins and conduct testing on new resources
• Improve the overall user experience
• Deploy promotional offers and ensure they are functioning precisely
• Ensure full compliance with all laws and regulations
• Keep up to date with industry best practices and developments in web technology
• Manage Reporting:
• Define key data points and how they should be organized to best generate Insights
• Oversee the design and delivery of reports and insights
• Build, develop, and maintain dashboards, and performance metrics
• Create Ad-hoc reports to answer to specific questions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This is active role with some on- and off-site vehicle demonstration may be required. This would require the ability to enter heavy-duty trucks and gain access to various engine components as needed, in addition to standing, walking, reaching, kneeling, bending, and stooping as necessary.
• Basic motor skills and manual dexterity for extensive computer usage are required.
• Sitting for extended periods of time is required.
• Talking, hearing and close vision abilities are required.
• Ability to occasionally lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to withstand the stress of traveling, including extended hours driving.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Up to 75%

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION:

• Salaried Position Plus Uncapped Commission Structure. 60K-120K
• 401K Matching
• Health Insurance including Dental and Vision
• Life Insurance
• Discount Programs and more.

For more information on Noregon Systems services and products, visit www.Noregon.com

Company Information:

Noregon specializes in creating custom software solutions and products for the commercial transportation and military industries. In addition to in-shop diagnostic solutions for the commercial fleet and repair industry, Noregon provides expertise in e-business, client-server, & embedded applications along with onboard vehicle network development. For more information on Noregon services and products, visit www.noregon.com

We have Great Benefits!

• 14 days of vacation and 9 paid holidays
• 4 weeks paid parental leave
• Paid sabbatical every 5 years of service
• Pet insurance
• Great location in the heart of North Carolina’s Piedmont. Next to airport, shopping, parks, restaurants and top notch entertainment.
• Our facility is located in a modern business park with awesome walking trails lined with trees
• Flex Work Hours
• Work-play Balance- Ping Pong Tables at Work!!
• Outstanding Recognition Program (offering substantial prizes)
• Full Benefits Package including 401k, Medical, Dental and PTO
• Competitive Salary
• Innovative Industry Leader

Disclaimer: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed, but are not to be seen as a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Also, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer. Noregon Systems, Inc is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

*This position description outlines the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

**Noregon Systems, Inc is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.

Noregon Systems

The desire to pursue a career in construction may have been planted in your heart early, passed down from generations or seeded by an early fascination with the building process. There may have been the realization that construction aligns with your skills and interests. Or maybe it happened later, when you saw an opportunity to take your career in a new direction. You want to be part of a team that shares this passion and sense of purpose—a team that works collaboratively, respecting and listening to each other and treating each other like family. You want opportunities to grow, and you care about work-life balance. You want to know that the company you work for is ethical and responsible.

We know you can work for any company, but if you want a career with a company that’s been named a Best Place to Work, is Building With Purpose®, cares about others, and allows you to be true to yourself, your calling, your passion and your values—come build something great with us. Be a True Builder®.

The Senior Project Safety Manager leads the Safety Management System of Robins & Morton. He/she is responsible for coordinating with jobsites on safety practices, provides insight and direction, and leads others to meet and exceed all safety standards.

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY:

(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job)­

• Stop any observed imminently dangerous event/activity immediately without consultation.
• Complete “Weekly Project Safety Synopsis” and distribute to corporate safety director and OM.
• Complete Project Leading Indicator Assessment & distribute results to project team, OM & Safety Director.
• Assist in claims management process.
• Coordinate & participate in trade partner safe-start meetings prior to their mobilization on site.
• Ensure all safety corrective actions are communicated, understood, implemented and documented.
• Assist in development and implementation of project safety program.
• Keep project management team abreast of all risk/potential risk and ID cost effective solutions.
• Coordinate & participate in preconstruction safety meetings to analyze & effectively prepare for risk issues.
• Audit the “pre-task planning” process for accuracy and depth.
• Regularly conduct jobsite & work area assessments for at risk behaviors, unsafe conditions, public protection, ICRA/ILSM & additional project risk.
• Assist in assessment of all project incidents & ensure proper records are completed & submitted (Root Cause Analysis). Assist in implementation of corrective actions.
• Conduct or participate in & document safety onboarding for all R&M project team.
• Conduct/document in-depth safety training with hourly employees.
• Conduct/facilitate safety training to promote project safety awareness.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM: (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job)

• Preferably, a Bachelor’s degree or higher in safety management, or equivalent comparable certification in safety & health (ex. CHST, ASP, CSP).
• Education requirements may be substituted for years of field experience above minimum identified below.
• At least 10 years, out of recent 15 years of work history, dedicated to building construction safety, preferably with a commercial GC/GM.
• OSHA 510 certification. Preferably, an OSHA 500 certification, CHST, ASP, CSP.
• Practical knowledge, working experience, and documented continuing education in areas such as fall protection, scaffolding, excavations, confined spaces, crane/equipment operations, electrical, incident analysis, OSHA 510 certification, and other such safety/health related training. (An OSHA 10/30 Construction Outreach or OSHA 510 certification will not be acceptable proof for this training requirement. For each area of education identified above, the candidate shall possess a certificate of completion from an accredited training agency dated within four years (ex OSHA Training Institute courses)).
• Specialized training for Emergency First Aid, Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) current to within two years.
• Knowledge of all facets of ground up Construction/New Renovation and safety related issues.
• In depth knowledge of Federal, State and Local regulations covering construction project safety.

Robins & Morton is a privately held construction firm based in Birmingham, Alabama, with offices in Charlotte, Dallas, Huntsville, Miami, Nashville, Orlando, San Antonio, Tampa and Raleigh-Durham. The firm specializes in the construction of healthcare, hospitality, higher education, entertainment, sports and government buildings. Since 1946, the firm has built a reputation as a trusted advisor to clients nationwide by cultivating a high-performing team that values integrity, safety, and innovative thinking. Robins & Morton is consistently ranked as one of the top 100 contractors in the United States, and one of the top 15 in the Southeast.

Robins & Morton

Salary Range: $127,421 – $191,132

This is an exempt position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity

The success of Mecklenburg County rests on strong, competent talent at all levels of the organization. If you enjoy working with the public and are looking for a career where your work is important to the community, come be a part of Mecklenburg County Government and help us provide a community of pride and choice for people to live, learn, work, and recreate.

COMMUNITY OVERVIEW

Mecklenburg County is home to over a million residents and the City of Charlotte. With its trees, lakes and green open spaces, diverse communities, arts, culture, entertainment and range of professional and minor league sports teams, people who come to Mecklenburg County find an energized downtown (also known as “uptown”) and a variety of living options and leisure activities. Community leaders aspire to be the best in all of its endeavors while preserving traditions and not compromising on a superb quality of life.

Mecklenburg County is located in the heart of the Southeast and is comprised of seven (7) municipalities: the City of Charlotte and the Towns of Cornelius, Davidson, Huntersville, Matthews, Mint Hill, and Pineville, within the southern Piedmont area of North Carolina along the state’s border with South Carolina. The County was incorporated in 1768, named after the German homeland of Queen Charlotte, the wife of King George III, the then-reigning monarch. The economy and the community transformed from one primarily tied to the textile industry to a major banking and financial center in the U.S. and is home to several Fortune 500 companies including Bank of America, Duke Energy, Nucor, Honeywell and Truist Financial. As of 2021, the population was over 1.12 million and continues to grow with the strong economy, excellent services and schools, as well as a diverse and friendly population.

COUNTY GOVERNMENT

The North Carolina Constitution gives residents of all counties the right to elect a Board of County Commissioners (BOCC). Since 1994, Mecklenburg County has been governed by a nine-member BOCC with six members elected by districts and three elected at-large. The BOCC are committed to serve the residents, workers, and visitors as a premier service provider. The County Manager serves as the Chief Executive Officer, managing the daily affairs of the county departments with its 5,800 full-time employees and $2.16 billion operating budget.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

Created in July 1973 by joint action of the Charlotte City Council and the Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners, the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission (HLC) derives all of its powers from State Enabling Legislation. The fundamental purpose of the Commission is to recommend the designation of properties (real and personal) for historic landmark designation and to secure the preservation of same through exercising design review and by acquiring and selling fee simple or lesser included interests in endangered historic landmarks.

The HLC is an agency of Mecklenburg County. The HLC has 12 members with five key committees: Executive, Survey, Design Review, Projects, and Nominating. The Board of County Commissioners appoints 6 members, the Charlotte City Council appoints 4 members, and the Mayor of Charlotte appoints 2 members. All members are appointed for 3-year terms and are eligible for reappointment for an additional 3-year term.

The Historic Landmarks Commission protects properties in four fundamental ways.

• It recommends the designation of individually significant properties as historic landmarks.

• It buys and sells fee simple or lesser included interests in endangered historic landmarks through its revolving

fund (currently containing funds in excess of $2.5 million) and places preservation covenants in the deeds

when the properties are sold.

• It administers design review over intended material alterations of historic landmarks.

• It educates the general public about the significance of historic landmarks.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Mecklenburg County is seeking a dynamic and creative individual to lead the Historic Landmarks Commission through its next phase of growth and evolution. The Director of Historic Landmarks is responsible for the overall vision of Mecklenburg County’s Historic Preservation Strategy and its implementation as supported by the County and the local jurisdictions. The Director of Historic Landmarks manages the day-to-day operations of the HLC, including the supervision of a small staff presently comprised of one Preservation Planner and one part-time Administrative Assistant. The Director of Historic Landmarks will report to executive management in the County Manager’s Office and will work closely with the public, the press, elected officials, commission members, government, and municipal staff.

The Director of Historic Landmarks might be for you if:

• You possess collaborative, strategic, and entrepreneurial skills, and have a passion for historic preservation with a deep commitment to the mission of the organization

• You are a highly organized individual who can prioritize the goals and objectives of the HLC

• You can develop short- and long-term strategies to maximize the preservations efforts of the HLC

• You like nurturing positive working relationships with public officials, community leaders, residents, local and state government agencies and decision-makers, supporters, and detractors, as well as the area’s

developers and builders

• You can lead the effort to further leverage technology for the benefit of the historic built environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

What you’ll need to join us: (Minimum Qualifications)

• Minimum of ten years’ experience; including three years of supervisory experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Historic Preservation, Architecture, or related field
• In-depth understanding of Preservation Easements, Landmark Designation, National Register Designation, Preservation Deed Covenants, and local history
• Demonstrated experience in financial forecasting and budget development and management, including personnel, maintenance and operations, and capital
• Strong written and oral communication skills for diverse audiences
• Experience creating and presenting strategic initiatives, business plans, performance data and informational updates to executive staff, external customers, and boards/elected officials
• Willingness to work a flexible and varied schedule – position requires attendance at HLC and County meetings normally held after business hours

What we would really like you to have: (Preferred Qualifications)

• Master’s degree in one of the areas listed above

• 10 years of Historic Preservation experience

• Experience buying and selling property, including leveraging options on property

• Experience managing a revolving Fund

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates please visit www.MeckNC.gov to submit your application.

You may also contact Lisa Cushing, Human Resources – Talent Acquisition lisa.cushing@mecklenburgcountync.gov with questions about the position and office operations. This position is open until filled; however, the first review of applicants will take place March 17, 2023.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT

This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.

Mecklenburg County requires proof of COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment for any new Mecklenburg County employees.

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