Child Care Consultant

State of North Carolina; Raleigh (NC); Remote; USD 53,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education, seeks a Human Services Program Consultant I (S) to support child care licensing, monitor facilities, and conduct investigations from a home-based setting within the service region.

The role emphasizes planning, independent work, and regular communication with providers to ensure regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated intermediate proficiency using Microsoft Word and Excel to complete licensing documentation, reports, and records.
• Experience evaluating child care environments by reviewing documentation, observing practices, and assessing compliance.
• Experience conducting investigations into reported violations by gathering information and interviewing involved parties.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers in achieving and maintaining compliance with licensing requirements.
• Monitor licensed centers and homes for compliance and document findings.
• Investigate reports of violations and determine appropriate follow-up actions.
• Evaluate facility practices and environments to identify non-compliance and guide corrective measures.
• Conduct interviews and review documentation during investigations.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Documentation

Investigation handling

Provider communication

Education

Master's degree in a related field

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

AgencyDept of Health and Human Services

DivisionChild Development

Job Classification TitleHuman Services Program Consultant I (S)

Position Number60038712

GradeNC14

About UsThe 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 WorkThe Child Care Consultant supports child care licensing by assisting potential and current providers in understanding and meeting state child care requirements. It monitors licensed centers and homes for compliance, conducts investigations into alleged violations or illegal operations, and provides guidance to help facilities maintain safe, high‑quality environments for children.

This role operates from a home‑based setting within the service region and requires independent planning and management of daily work activities. It involves frequent communication with providers and stakeholders to address concerns, clarify requirements, and support regulatory compliance. The position also requires the use of computer software applications, including Word and Excel, to complete documentation and reporting tasks.

Key Duties Include:

• Assist potential and current child care providers in achieving and maintaining compliance with state child care licensing requirements.
• Monitor licensed centers and homes to assess compliance with regulatory standards and document findings.
• Investigate reports of violations, including allegations of unlicensed child care operations, and determine appropriate follow‑up actions.
• Evaluate facility practices and environments to identify non‑compliance and provide guidance for corrective measures.
• Conduct interviews, gather information, and review documentation when investigating complaints or alleged violations.
• Communicate regulatory requirements to providers in clear, professional language to support consistent understanding and application.
• Use computer software applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel to prepare reports, maintain records, and complete required documentation.
• Manage daily work independently in a home‑based environment while maintaining timely communication with supervisors and providers.
• Support child care providers in resolving compliance issues by offering consultation and technical assistance.
• Maintain professionalism and composure while working in stressful or sensitive situations involving providers or families.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

• Salary Grade Range: $52,592.00-$92,036.00
• Recruitment Range: $52,592.00-$63,910.00

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:

• Demonstrated intermediate proficiency using Microsoft Word and Excel to complete licensing documentation, prepare written reports, and maintain organized electronic records of monitoring and investigation activities.
• Proven experience evaluating child care environments by reviewing documentation, observing practices, and assessing compliance with established licensing requirements.
• Demonstrated success conducting investigations into reported violations by gathering information, interviewing involved parties, and determining appropriate follow‑up actions.
• Established record of providing consultation and technical assistance to child care providers to strengthen compliance practices and support ongoing quality improvement.
• Consistent history of maintaining professionalism and composure while managing stressful or sensitive situations during monitoring visits, investigations, and provider interactions.

The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date

This Position Is 100% Federally Funded

This Position Is Eligible For A Fully Remote Work Option

Must Reside In The Service County Or A Contiguous County

About Child Development and Early Education (CDEE):

The Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) ensures that the health and safety of children in child care programs, to promote quality child care by implementing evidenced‑based standards and to increase access to quality child care to families and children across North Carolina.

About Regulatory Services:

The Regulatory Services Section monitors and licenses all childcare programs in North Carolina.

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 the website for State Benefits.

Supplemental Contact Information:

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: .DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second‑chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice‑involved.

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.

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 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.CONTACT INFORMATION

Contact Information

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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.

Master's degree in a discipline relative to the program from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of related experience

ORBachelor's degree in a discipline relative to the program area from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of related experience

ORAn equivalent combination of education and experience.

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.