DIRECTOR, ALABAMA CENTER FOR TRADITIONAL CULTURE - 30555

About the role

This is administrative and supervisory work in developing, coordinating and arranging traditional culture programs for the Alabama State Council on the Arts.

The employee in this class develops policy and procedures, directs and coordinates the design and representation of the center's programs, administers the budget and analyzes the center's financial needs, supervises staff engaged in managing traditional culture programs, and researching state folklore and traditions. The employee has considerable latitude for independent performance of duties within broad policy boundaries and under the guidance of the Executive Director. Work is reviewed by the agency head through conferences, reports, and program effectiveness.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited* four-year college or university in folklore, anthropology, cultural resources, or a closely related field.
• Four years of experience in public folk cultural work or a similar field to include one year of supervisory or administrative experience.

Note

• A Master's degree from an accredited* college or university in one of the fields listed above may substitute for one year of the required experience.
• This position is open to all applicants.
• An evaluation of Training and Experience as provided on the application will comprise 100% of the final score.

Click the “Apply” link above and complete the online application.

Complete Your Application Carefully

Your application must include detailed information about your education and work experience so we can determine your eligibility for the position.

Before submitting your application

• Make sure your application is updated to include your current or most recent employment.
• Do not combine multiple jobs into one Work Experience entry. List each employer, job, promotion, or change in job title separately, with accurate beginning and ending dates and a complete, detailed description of the duties performed for each separate job.
• Incomplete applications will be rejected and cannot be supplemented or revised after submission.

Please note: A resume, if attached, will not be considered in the evaluation process for placement on the eligible list. Only education and work experience documented in the appropriate sections of the completed application will be reviewed for qualification and evaluation purposes.

Application must be received by 5:00 pm on the application deadline date shown above.

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