Administrative Officer I

Arts In Wilmington; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Transportation seeks an Administrative Officer I to support the Senior Director of Economic Opportunity and Compliance. The role ensures smooth day-to-day operations, manages reports, data collection and analysis, and assists with special projects across statewide programs.

Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree and at least one year in HR, budgeting, research, or administrative management, with strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and one year of experience in HR, budgeting, research or administrative management (or equivalent).
• Experience with government programs and policy interpretation is preferred.
• Strong report writing and data handling skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Senior Director of EOC for statewide initiatives, daily operations, special projects, and reporting.
• Communicate professionally with staff, leadership, external agencies, and the public by phone, email, and in person.
• Schedule meetings, coordinate travel, manage calendars, take minutes, and prepare briefing materials and executive summaries.

Skills

Report writing

Data verification

Records management

Data analysis

Administrative support

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

## Administrative Officer IApply: Wake County, NC: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 13, 2026 (13 days left to apply): JR-125235**Agency**Dept of Transportation**Division**Secretary**Job Classification Title**Administrative Officer I (NS)**Position Number**60027548**Grade**NC11**About Us**It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.**Description of Work**Please note that all positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date. You must apply by 11:59 PM prior to the posted closing date. The NCDOT Office of Economic Opportunity and Compliance (EOC) exists to promote economic opportunity, growth and engagement in communities across N.C. to ensure stakeholders have access and opportunity to participate in transportation programs. EOC is responsible for advocating, administering, implementing, and monitoring the Department’s Title VI Nondiscrimination Program, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)program, Unified Certification Program, Small Business Program, Equal Opportunity Contractor Compliance Program, Americans with Disabilities Act Program, On-the-Job Training (OJT) Program, and University Collaborations/ HBCU Outreach. The Administrative Officer I provides critical operational, administrative, and programming support directly to the Senior Director of Economic Opportunity and Compliance. This role ensures seamless execution of day-to-day operations across all compliance and business development initiatives. This support includes report writing, data verification, information summarization and reconciliation, records management, data collection and analysis, research, inventory and expenditure tracking. Provides primary support administration to the Senior Director of EOC for statewide program initiatives, daily operations, special projects, and operational reporting. Communicates professionally and effectively with staff, leadership, external agencies, and the public across written, telephone, and in-person settings. Responsible for scheduling meetings, coordinating executive travel, managing calendars, capturing detailed meeting minutes, overseeing meeting logistics, and preparing briefing materials and executive summaries.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences**Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC11 $45,431 - $79,504 **Management prefers applicants with the following:*** Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Director or higher-level management level, public individuals, staff and other members of the organization.* Working knowledge of the principles and practices of business administration as it applies to government programs.* Documented experience in exercising judgement and discretion in application of policy and procedures.* Demonstrated ability to explain and interpret program information to clients/customers and staff. **Minimum Education and Experience**Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of experience in HR, budgeting, research or administrative management; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. **In accordance with the Governor’s** **Executive Order 303****, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.** **It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.****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.