Agency
Dept of Health and Human Services
Division
SEC OFFICE - CONTROLLER
Job Classification Title
Administrative Specialist I (S)
Position Number
60037447
Grade
NC08
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.
Description of Work
The role of the Administrative Specialist I is to provide vital administrative support to the DHHS Office of the Controller (OOC) and their delegated section through efficient use of assigned and available resources and effective relationship with staff. This position is to request and purchase office supplies, equipment and/or furniture for OOC via an automated purchasing system. This position is responsible for answering & routing phone calls for OOC, opening, stamping, distributing and processing large volumes of incoming and outgoing mail for the Controller’s Staff. This position will assist with back up for the receptionist area and mail courier and other clerical duties as needed. This position must be flexible in learning new procedures and assisting the Administrative Supervisor with Special projects as needed to make OOC function in an efficient manner.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Salary Grade Range: $39,244.00 - $68,679.00
Recruitment Range: $38,720.00 - $49,500.00
Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.
The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:
Thorough knowledge of office procedures and practices.
Ability to communicate both orally and in written form, compose reports, forms, and correspondence accurately, effectively and accurately operate various office machines.
Ability to organize, prioritize and maintain files in an orderly systematic manner and receive and sort mail.
Adapt to changing priorities in job duties.
Ability to adhere to work plan and perform job duties in accordance with the State of North Carolina and the Department of Health and Human Services Policy and Procedures.
The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date
This Position Is Funded In Part Through Federal Funds
About the Office of the Secretary
The Office of the Secretary serves as the executive leadership arm of the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS), guiding the Department’s mission to improve the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians. Through strategic oversight and collaborative leadership, the Secretary’s Office supports the effective coordination of over a dozen core divisions, ensuring that agency-wide priorities are aligned, resources are used responsibly, and services are delivered with equity and impact.
About DHHS Office of the Controller
The Office of the Controller sets and interprets all accounting and financial reporting policies and procedures for the Department as authorized by the rules and regulations of the Office of the State Controller and state statutes and executes all accounting transactions for DHHS.
Compensation and Benefits
The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website for State Benefits .
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