Community Development Specialist I (Temporary)
NC Office of State Human Resources, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
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Agency Office of State Human Resources
Division Temporary Solutions
Job Classification Title Community Development Specialist I (S)
Grade NC12
Description Of Work This is a temporary position and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). For more information on Health Benefits offered visit www.shpnc.org. Visit www.nctemporarysolutions.com for employment information. Note: Permanent and time-limited NC State Government employees must separate from their permanent or time-limited position in order to work in a temporary position. All temporary employees are limited to one NC State Government temporary assignment at a time. Individuals hired into a temporary State job must be fully qualified for the job. OSHR supports the Governor's Job Ready initiative and seeks to expand a temporary skill set to enhance their qualifications for State government and private sector jobs. Exposure to an agency's culture, process, procedures, and potential learning opportunities can provide valuable experience to those who may seek permanent employment with the state. This temporary position is located at 1915 Health Services Way, Raleigh - Wake County, with the Department of Health & Human Services/Rural Health. Job Order Hourly Rate of Pay: $29.00 (Based on education and/or years of relevant work experience reflected on the application). Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed within this vacancy announcement will be used only as management preferences and will be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants.
The North Carolina Office of Rural Health (ORH), a component of the Office of the Secretary, assists underserved communities and populations to develop innovative strategies for equal access, quality, and cost-effectiveness of health care for all by working with communities to meet the health needs of all underserved residents, to foster state and local partnerships with ownership vested in communities, to provide in-depth technical assistance provided on an on-going basis, to assure clear and measurable accountability, and to seek to eliminate health disparities.
Contracts Team Functions
To provide administration of all ORH procurements, grants, and contracts
To provide technical assistance to internal program staff and external contractors to ensure compliance with applicable state and federal regulations.
In addition, this Team ensures accurate and timely payments to all ORH contractors.
Key Responsibilities
Review Monthly Expenditure Reports (MERs)
Prepare payment memos and enter payment details into Zengine and Payment Tracker
Route payment memos for review and signatures
Manage and resolve payment memos that require corrections
Process payment entries in an internal database and create payment memos for DHHS Office of the Controller
Implement financial management functions with internal divisions (DHHS Office of the Controller, DHHS Budget & Analysis)
Ensure adherence to state and federal laws, rules, policies, and procedures.
Management Preferences
Demonstrated working knowledge of contracts and the contracting process, specifically the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 200, as well as generally accepted accounting principles
Enters scopes of work, budgets, and performance measures in Open Window
Creates contract shells in Open Window
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal customers, particularly in complex or difficult situations
Well versed in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to assist in interpreting and analyzing accounting data
Ability to organize and document effectively
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Minimum Education And Experience Bachelor’s degree in sociology, psychology, political science, business administration, public administration, or related field from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of experience related to the specific program assignment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
Recruiter Tracey Hinnant
Recruiter Email TRACEY.HINNANT@NC.GOV
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Agency Office of State Human Resources
Division Temporary Solutions
Job Classification Title Community Development Specialist I (S)
Grade NC12
Description Of Work This is a temporary position and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). For more information on Health Benefits offered visit www.shpnc.org. Visit www.nctemporarysolutions.com for employment information. Note: Permanent and time-limited NC State Government employees must separate from their permanent or time-limited position in order to work in a temporary position. All temporary employees are limited to one NC State Government temporary assignment at a time. Individuals hired into a temporary State job must be fully qualified for the job. OSHR supports the Governor's Job Ready initiative and seeks to expand a temporary skill set to enhance their qualifications for State government and private sector jobs. Exposure to an agency's culture, process, procedures, and potential learning opportunities can provide valuable experience to those who may seek permanent employment with the state. This temporary position is located at 1915 Health Services Way, Raleigh - Wake County, with the Department of Health & Human Services/Rural Health. Job Order Hourly Rate of Pay: $29.00 (Based on education and/or years of relevant work experience reflected on the application). Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed within this vacancy announcement will be used only as management preferences and will be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants.
The North Carolina Office of Rural Health (ORH), a component of the Office of the Secretary, assists underserved communities and populations to develop innovative strategies for equal access, quality, and cost-effectiveness of health care for all by working with communities to meet the health needs of all underserved residents, to foster state and local partnerships with ownership vested in communities, to provide in-depth technical assistance provided on an on-going basis, to assure clear and measurable accountability, and to seek to eliminate health disparities.
Contracts Team Functions
To provide administration of all ORH procurements, grants, and contracts
To provide technical assistance to internal program staff and external contractors to ensure compliance with applicable state and federal regulations.
In addition, this Team ensures accurate and timely payments to all ORH contractors.
Key Responsibilities
Review Monthly Expenditure Reports (MERs)
Prepare payment memos and enter payment details into Zengine and Payment Tracker
Route payment memos for review and signatures
Manage and resolve payment memos that require corrections
Process payment entries in an internal database and create payment memos for DHHS Office of the Controller
Implement financial management functions with internal divisions (DHHS Office of the Controller, DHHS Budget & Analysis)
Ensure adherence to state and federal laws, rules, policies, and procedures.
Management Preferences
Demonstrated working knowledge of contracts and the contracting process, specifically the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 200, as well as generally accepted accounting principles
Enters scopes of work, budgets, and performance measures in Open Window
Creates contract shells in Open Window
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal customers, particularly in complex or difficult situations
Well versed in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to assist in interpreting and analyzing accounting data
Ability to organize and document effectively
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Minimum Education And Experience Bachelor’s degree in sociology, psychology, political science, business administration, public administration, or related field from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of experience related to the specific program assignment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
Recruiter Tracey Hinnant
Recruiter Email TRACEY.HINNANT@NC.GOV
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