Agency
Office of the State Auditor
Division
Job Classification Title
Program Manager I (NS)
Position Number
65042391
Grade
NC20
About Us
The North Carolina Office of the State Auditor (OSA) is your fiscal watchdog. We audit more than $100 billion in state assets and liabilities each year, bringing transparency to local, state, and federal government. Our reports and findings include recommendations that result in good government reforms. OSA thoroughly investigates alleged cases of fraud, waste, and abuse of taxpayer dollars, working with law enforcement on prosecution when warranted.
Description of Work
This position is designated as Exempt Policy-Making under G.S. 126-5(c)(3) and is considered an at-will appointment.
The Office of the State Auditor (OSA) is seeking a Legislative Research Specialist to serve in our Government Affairs Division. In this role, you will get the opportunity to support the development of legislative, policy, budgetary, and government affairs initiatives through research, analysis, monitoring, and executive briefing support for the office.
As part of our team, you will get to:
Design and conduct research on legislative, regulatory, fiscal, and public policy issues affecting the Office of the State Auditor
Monitor legislation, committee activity, budget proposals, agency actions, administrative rules, and emerging policy developments
Prepare policy briefs, issue papers, legislative summaries, research memoranda, presentations, and executive briefing materials
Analyze proposed legislation and identify potential operational, legal, fiscal, and policy impacts on the office
Provide historical, statutory, and comparative research on government accountability, public finance, auditing, Medicaid, local government, and other issues as assigned
Support preparation of testimony, talking points, correspondence, and informational materials used by agency leadership
Coordinate research projects and special assignments from the Government Affairs Director, Chief of Staff, or State Auditor
Assist with administration of the Government Affairs Team and maintenance of stakeholder, committee, and policy databases
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Salary Range: $82,000 - $101,000
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong research, analytical, writing, and problem-solving abilities
Ability to evaluate complex public policy issues and communicate findings clearly and concisely
Working knowledge of state government operations, legislative processes, and public administration principles
Strong attention to detail, organization, and project management skills
Management Preferences:
At least 2 years of experience working in or around the North Carolina General Assembly
Experience conducting legislative, fiscal, legal, or policy research
Experience preparing executive briefings, reports, or policy recommendations
Familiarity with North Carolina appropriations, budgeting, and state government operations
Knowledge of governmental auditing, accountability, public finance, program evaluation, or regulatory policy
This position is designated as Exempt Policy-Making under G.S. 126-5(c)(3) and is considered an at-will appointment.
OSA is the state’s Fiscal Watchdog. We hold state government and entities that receive public money accountable, working on behalf of North Carolinians to eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse.
Learn more about our office here! Why Work for the NC Office of The State Auditor? - YouTube
This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits including:
Work-Life Balance: 40-hour work week with flexible schedule options and the ability to earn compensatory time off
Generous paid time off each year, including: 12 paid holidays per year
1 paid personal observance leave day
At least 14 vacation days accrued per year (increase with years of service)
12 paid sick days accrued per year
24 hours paid community service leave
Competitive pay and affordable health insurance options
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