Director of Pullen Park Amusements and Historic Attractions

Director of Pullen Park Amusements and Historic Attractions

Salary

$66,400.00 - $102,900.00 Annually

Location

Pullen Park Amusements, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, NC

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2026-00625

Department

PRCR - Resources

Opening Date

08/27/2026

Closing Date

9/24/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Work Hours

Rotating Park Hours; Monday - Sunday

Hiring Range

$66,400.00 - $84,700.00

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Job Description

This is an exciting opportunity for a visionary and innovative leader to direct the Historic Attractions Section within the City of Raleigh's Historic Resources and Museums Program (HRM Program). The new Director will oversee daily operations and programs at Pullen Park Amusements, as well as stewardship responsibility of the historic carousel at John Chavis Memorial Park.

The Director of Pullen Park Amusements and Historic Attractions will oversee all facets of programming and operations at Pullen Park as well as stewardship of the JCMP carousel. They will serve as a liaison to local community groups and assist and advise on broader city-wide cultural initiatives. The Director reports to the Executive Director of the Historic Resources and Museums Program.

This position will have supervisory responsibilities that include directly supervising 3 full-time staff, 4 permanent part-time staff, and as many as 80 part-time/temporary staff members as well as volunteers. This position will carry out supervisory responsibilities including training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints; and resolving problems. These responsibilities will be carried out in alignment with the organizations policies and applicable laws.

About Us:

Pullen Park is the oldest public park in North Carolina, the fifth oldest operating amusement park in the United States, and the sixteenth oldest in the world. Pullen welcomes nearly one million visitors each year and hosts the annual Holiday Express, a 17-day festival that is among the premiere holiday events in the State of North Carolina.

The park includes a historic carousel, a quarter-scale CP Huntington electric train, pedal boats, an expansive playground, two event stages, two pétanque and bocce courts, a high-volume food concessionaire, and several other attractions.

Work Hours:

This position will be expected to work rotating park hours Monday through Sunday; 40 hours per week. This position may be required to work weekends and evenings as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Oversee and manage all budgetary revenue and expenditure accounts for Pullen Park.
• Provides administrative and management support for all facets of facility management that shall include, but not limited to, program maintenance, staff supervision, administrative management, and facility operations.
• Directly supervises three (3) full-time staff, four (4) permanent part-time staff, and dozens of temporary part-time staff, and coordinates work schedules.
• Reviews all programs, special events, and classes prior to implementation.
• Oversee development and distribution of marketing materials adhering to City of Raleigh guidelines.
• Serves as a liaison and builds active partnerships with surrounding community groups.
• Promotes programs, special events, and recruitment of staff through presentations to universities, local organizations, and civic groups.
• Works with other Department and City program areas to develop and implement new and innovative Cultural programs for the public.
• Supports public/private partnerships.
• May assist the City in cleanup and repair during inclement weather situations.

Typical Qualifications

Education and Experience

Bachelors Degree in Leisure Activities, Physical Education, Sports/Athletics, Therapeutic Recreation or related field; 5 to 7 years' experience in recreation program/activity and/or special event implementation, marketing, coordinating, or related work

OR

Any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid North Carolina Class C Drivers License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in public administration, public speaking, and resource management concepts
• Basic knowledge of American history in the US
• Familiarity with Past Perfect, RecTrac, and Microsoft systems software

Additional Information

Knowledge Of:

• Principles and practices of program administration and management
• Principles and methods of qualitative and quantitative research
• Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations (based on assignment)
• Modern office practices and procedures including the use of standard office equipment and computer applications such as word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications
• Supervisory principles, practices and techniques

Skill In:

• Critical thinking and analysis
• Customer service
• Leadership
• Community engagement

Ability To:

• Oversee the implementation and adherence to quality assurance and standards
• Develop policies and procedures
• Prepare and manage budgets and related reporting

ADA and Other Requirements:

Work Environment and Physical Effort:

Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Work Environment:

Work is typically performed in a construction site or in a vehicle. Employees may occasionally work in an office or similar indoor environment, an outdoor environment, a street environment (near moving traffic), in confined spaces, and a warehouse or shop environment.

Work Exposures:

Employees may occasionally interact with individuals who are hostile or irate, individuals with known violent backgrounds, extreme cold (below 32 degrees), extreme heat (above 100 degrees), communicable disease, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals or substances, and loud noises (85+ decibels average over 8-hour working day such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, leaf blowers, lawn mowers, construction).

City of Raleigh is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employe. accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.

When you join the City of Raleigh's work family as a full-time employee, your benefits are an important part of your "total rewards". Your benefits impact many aspects of your life including your health, your finances, and the protection of your family. The City provides a comprehensive benefits package as part of our total rewards program to support you through important events in your life, to enhance your life outside work, and to help you plan and prepare for the future.

To find out about the Citys benefits package, and other programs, please visit our Employee Benefits page: https://raleighnc.gov/services/jobs-and-volunteering/pay-and-benefits

The City employs temporary and seasonal employees who generally are scheduled to work on a short-term basis. However, if you are hired as a temporary or seasonal employee, or as an intern, you are not eligible for the City of Raleigh's benefits.

01

Please select your highest level of education completed.

• Some high school
• High school diploma (or GED)
• Some college
• Associates degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree
• PhD or other professional degree

02

How much relevant or comparable work experience do you have in recreation program/activity and/or special event implementation, marketing, coordinating, or a related field?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 to less than 2 years
• 2 to less than 3 years
• 3 to less than 4 years
• 4 to less than 5 years
• 5 to less than 6 years
• 6 to less than 7 years
• 7 to less than 8 years
• 8 to less than 9 years
• 9 to less than 10 years
• 10 years or more

03

Do you have a valid North Carolina Drivers License Class C or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire?

• Yes, I currently have a valid NC Drivers License.
• I do not currently have a valid NC Drivers License, but I can obtain one within 60 days of hire.
• No, I do not currently have a valid NC Drivers License and NO, I cannot obtain one within 60 days of hire.

04

Why are you applying for the Director of Pullen Park Amusements and Historic Attractions?

05

Who are role models that inform your professional career?

06

What is your approach to teamwork in a small office?

07

How do you approach problem solving when something goes wrong?

08

Have you ever been terminated or forced to resign from a position?

• Yes
• No

09

If you answered "yes" to being terminated or forced to resign, please provide an explanation and the date.

Required Question

Employer City of Raleigh North Carolina

Address 222 W. Hargett St.

Raleigh, North Carolina, 27601

Website https://raleighnc.gov