Community Development Specialist I
NC Department of Health and Human Services, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
About Us
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well‑being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations—including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill—and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.
Agency Dept of Health and Human Services
Division Secretary's Office
Job Classification Title Community Development Specialist I (NS)
Position Number 60038005
Grade NC12
Description Of Work The primary function of the program analyst is to provide comprehensive program monitoring for assigned agencies inclusive of onsite and/or virtual desktop reviews to ensure compliance with federal and state rules and contract provisions. This position is responsible for grantee on‑site/virtual monitoring (inclusive of administrative structure, functions, bylaws, policies and procedures, programmatic operations inclusive of participant eligibility and outcomes verification, application/amendment/contract review and preparation, performance reports and technical assistance).
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities / Management Preferences
Experience interpreting policy guidance related to agency operations to ensure compliance.
Demonstrated ability to compile, analyze and summarize programmatic data for assessing agency capacity.
Demonstrated knowledge and functional use of Microsoft Office Suite Software.
Salary Grade Range $47,703.00 – $83,479.00
Recruitment Range $47,703.00 – $50,000.00
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.
Posting & Eligibility Information 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.
Posting will close at 11:59 P.M. the night before the end date.
Application Process Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.
Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
Answers to supplemental questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application.
Applications must be submitted by 11:59 P.M. the day before the closing date.
Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered “Positions of Trust” will be subject to a criminal background check.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are “Under Review” and will be screened by Human Resources for qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.
Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.
For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members.
Veterans’ and National Guard Preference
Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD‑214 Member‑4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.
ADA Accommodations Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.
Recruiter Dreisa Yvonne Johnson
Email talentacquisition@dhhs.nc.gov
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.
BONUS: Office and Compensation Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program. Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.
Supplemental Contact Information The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy. It complies with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders, and invites all potential applicants—including those with a history of incarceration—to apply. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/.
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Agency Dept of Health and Human Services
Division Secretary's Office
Job Classification Title Community Development Specialist I (NS)
Position Number 60038005
Grade NC12
Description Of Work The primary function of the program analyst is to provide comprehensive program monitoring for assigned agencies inclusive of onsite and/or virtual desktop reviews to ensure compliance with federal and state rules and contract provisions. This position is responsible for grantee on‑site/virtual monitoring (inclusive of administrative structure, functions, bylaws, policies and procedures, programmatic operations inclusive of participant eligibility and outcomes verification, application/amendment/contract review and preparation, performance reports and technical assistance).
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities / Management Preferences
Experience interpreting policy guidance related to agency operations to ensure compliance.
Demonstrated ability to compile, analyze and summarize programmatic data for assessing agency capacity.
Demonstrated knowledge and functional use of Microsoft Office Suite Software.
Salary Grade Range $47,703.00 – $83,479.00
Recruitment Range $47,703.00 – $50,000.00
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.
Posting & Eligibility Information 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.
Posting will close at 11:59 P.M. the night before the end date.
Application Process Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.
Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
Answers to supplemental questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application.
Applications must be submitted by 11:59 P.M. the day before the closing date.
Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered “Positions of Trust” will be subject to a criminal background check.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are “Under Review” and will be screened by Human Resources for qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.
Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.
For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members.
Veterans’ and National Guard Preference
Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD‑214 Member‑4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.
ADA Accommodations Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.
Recruiter Dreisa Yvonne Johnson
Email talentacquisition@dhhs.nc.gov
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.
BONUS: Office and Compensation Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program. Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.
Supplemental Contact Information The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy. It complies with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders, and invites all potential applicants—including those with a history of incarceration—to apply. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/.
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