Employment

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North Carolina’s first permanent capitol comes to life every day because of people like you.  At Tryon Palace, our employees strive to connect all visitors with colonial America’s past, increase their understanding and appreciation of North Carolina history, and continue that legacy into the future.

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Current Open Positions

Gardener – TP60083577

Job Type: Full Time

Location: New Bern, NC

End Date: November 10, 2026

The Grounds Worker II / Gardener at Tryon Palace will perform all levels of garden and grounds maintenance required to achieve the highest aesthetic standards throughout the property. This position is directly responsible for the care, maintenance and overall appearance of lawns and hedges on our main site as well as the North Carolina History Center. This position also assists with special event preparation and maintenance.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

· Responsible for general daily care of landscape including trees, shrubs, annual and perennial beds by performing detailed weeding, fertilizing, mowing, pruning and applying pesticides.
· Maintain lawns, marl paths, sidewalks and mulched beds.
· Install and maintain high-quality seasonal horticultural displays in assigned garden areas for public viewing.
· Propose planting plans and select culturally adapted and historical plantings to maintain and improve appearance of the gardens.
· Support special events by preparing gardens and grounds for interpretive/educational events and third-party events such as weddings.

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.

Recruitment Range: $31,200.00 – $41,000.00

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.

Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following are preferred:

• Knowledge in plant maintenance procedures used in landscape installation and garden maintenance.
• Knowledge to identify plants and plant problems and correctly assess condition and health of plants and propose solutions to problems.
• Knowledge of safe handling and application of pesticides and fertilizers.
• Certified Plant Professional preferred.

Position/Physical Requirements

• Must be available to work the schedule of Monday – Friday 7:30am – 4:30pm with weekend work on a regular rotation and as needed for special events.
• Must be able to lift heavy materials (50-100lbs) with our without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to perform repetitive manual tasks and operating power equipment.
• Must have a valid NC Pesticide License or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.
• Must have a valid driver’s license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.

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Historical Interpreter III – TP60083589

Job Type: Full time

Location: New Bern, NC

End Date: November 10, 2026

The Historic Interpreter III leads daily tours, manages program operations and budgets, and supports the Education Branch with limited supervision. They provide interpretation across all on‑site buildings, assist weekend and special‑event operations, and serve as the Certified Safety Officer for small arms and artillery. The role includes recruiting, training, and coordinating volunteers, as well as maintaining training materials and ensuring proper historical clothing and gear.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

· Deliver daily tours and tailored historical interpretation across all site buildings while supporting weekend, special event, and school group operations.
· Manage program needs including budgeting, coordination with Education Branch staff/volunteers, and assisting in the development of new events and long‑term planning.
· Recruit, train, and communicate with volunteer groups, including administering annual small arms and artillery instruction and coordinating required uniforms and gear.
· Represent the organization professionally in interactions with visitors, donors, partners, and collaborate effectively across departments with strong written and verbal communication.
· Serve as Certified Safety Officer for 18th–19th century small arms and artillery, ensuring compliance and overseeing required weapons-related training.
· Provide occasional logistical support (event setup/takedown, outreach activities, administrative tasks) when not in conflict with core interpretive or safety duties.

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.

Recruitment Range: $33,902.00 – $42,500.00

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.

Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following are preferred:

• Working knowledge of state and national history.
• Considerable knowledge of site history
• Ability to adapt historical tours to age, interest level, special interests or time constraints.
• Ability to obtain certified safety officer licensure through DNCR to serve as site Certified Safety Officer for 18th and 19th century small arms and artillery.
• Ability to organize and prioritize the work schedules of others to manage multiple tasks and/or projects.

Position/Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work the schedule of Tuesday – Saturday 8:00am – 5:00pm with occasional evening and holiday work required as needed.
• Must be able to work in a wide variety of environments, including indoors, outdoors, inclement weather, heat, cold, smoke, etc.

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Volunteer opportunities at Tryon Palace can be found on our Volunteer Opportunities page. Please note that we are not always actively searching to fill volunteer roles, but those opportunities will be posted on that page as they become available. We will also post those opportunities on our social media pages, so be sure to follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn!