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Heritage Manager II
The Heritage Manager II plays a key leadership role in the management, development, and implementation of heritage and historic preservation programs across Arkansas. This position is responsible for overseeing multiple heritage initiatives, managing resources, and ensuring compliance with state and federal preservation regulations.
Class Code:
RMA07C
Job Grade:
SPC04
Special Job Requirements:
Typical Functions:
Lead the development and execution of state heritage programs, policies, and preservation strategies. Oversee heritage site management, conservation efforts, and cultural programs. Ensure compliance with state and federal historic preservation laws, grant requirements, and best practices. Develop and implement long-term plans for historical site maintenance, programming, and community outreach. Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness, making recommendations for continuous improvement. Assist in developing and managing program budgets, ensuring responsible fiscal stewardship. Identify and secure grants and external funding sources for heritage projects and cultural programs. Oversee financial reports, ensuring compliance with state fiscal policies. Represent the agency at public meetings, legislative sessions, and historical preservation conferences. Provide leadership and mentorship to a large heritage program staff and site managers. Assist in drafting and implementing policies related to heritage conservation and cultural resource management. Ensure programs align with Arkansas heritage laws, federal guidelines, and best practices in historical preservation.
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:
Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills to manage complex heritage programs. Ability to lead large teams, build consensus, and implement policy changes effectively. Experience in developing and executing long-term strategic initiatives. Understanding of historical preservation practices, cultural programming, and museum administration. Familiarity with state and federal historic preservation laws, grant programs, and funding processes. Experience in public speaking, media relations, and legislative advocacy. Proficiency in budget management, grant writing, and financial oversight. Strong project management skills to coordinate multiple programs, contracts, and funding sources. Excellent oral and written communication skills to develop reports, presentations, and policy recommendations. Ability to translate complex heritage policies and preservation guidelines into accessible information for public use. Ability to interpret statistical data and performance metrics to assess program success.
Minimum Qualifications:
At least four years of experience in historic preservation, heritage management, museum administration, public policy, or a related field, including two years in a leadership role.
Required Certificates:
N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.
Exempt:
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