Community Development Specialist I - Temporary

nc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

State of North Carolina seeks a leader for the American Indian Rural Health Transformation Program (AIRHTP) to guide statewide rural health initiatives and tribal engagement. You will manage a small team, coordinate across agencies, and develop reports and communications for strategic impact.

Role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least three years in related programs; experience in tribal engagement and cross-agency collaboration is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in sociology, psychology, political science, business administration, public administration, or related field; three years of related experience or an equivalent combination.
• Experience in program management, tribal engagement, and cross-agency coordination is preferred.
• Equivalency guidance may allow qualification by education or experience as described in the job posting.

Responsibilities

• Leading and supervising the AlRHTP team to ensure effective program delivery.
• Conducting and facilitating tribal listening sessions to inform program strategy.
• Aligning AIRHTP activities with ROOTS Hubs assessments and action plans.
• Developing executive reports, training materials, and program communications.
• Providing technical assistance and guidance to NC DHHS, AIRHTP, and ROOTS Hub Leads on tribal engagement.
• Issuing strategic guidance for working with tribal nations.
• Advising NC DHHS on Tribal Directed Programming and engaging in biweekly coordination meetings.

Education

Bachelor's degree in sociology, psychology, political science, business administration, public administration, or related field

three years of experience related to the specific program assignment

Job description

About Us

To provide a solid Human Resource management foundation, responsible oversight, and creative solutions through a collaborative approach with all stakeholders to maximize the potential of our greatest asset - OUR EMPLOYEES.

Description of Work

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

This is a temporary position and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). For more information on Health Benefits offered visit www.shpnc.org.

Visit www.nctemporarysolutions.com for employment information.

Note: Permanent and time-limited NC State Government employees must separate from their permanent or time-limited position in order to work in a temporary position. All temporary employees are limited to one NC State Government temporary assignment at a time.

Individuals hired into a temporary State job must be fully qualified for the job. OSHR supports the Governor's Job Ready initiative and seeks to expand a temporary skill set to enhance their qualifications for State government and private sector jobs. Exposure to an agency's culture, process, procedures, and potential learning opportunities can provide valuable experience to those who may seek permanent employment with the state.

This temporary position is located at 325 N. Salisbury Street - Wake County, with Department of Administration.

Job Order Hourly Rate of Pay: $30.00 (Based on education and/or years of relevant work experience reflected on the application).

Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed within this vacancy announcement will be used only as management preferences and will be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants.

New Funding through NCDHHS - American Indian Rural Health Transformation Program (AIRHTP)

The Director of the American Indian Rural Health Transformation Program (AlRHTP) provides strategic leadership for statewide rural health initiatives and tribal engagement efforts. Reporting to the Executive Director of the Division of Indian Affairs, this role oversees program execution, cross agency coordination, and a team of two rural health advocates.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Leading and supervising the AlRHTP team to ensure effective program delivery.
• Conducting and facilitating tribal listening sessions to inform program strategy.
• Aligning AIRHTP activities with ROOTS Hubs assessments and action plans.
• Developing executive reports, training materials, and program communications.
• Providing technical assistance and guidance to NC DHHS, AIRHTP, and ROOTS Hub Leads on tribal engagement.
• Issuing strategic guidance for working with tribal nations.
• Advising NC DHHS on Tribal Directed Programming and engaging in biweekly coordination meetings.

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 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.

EEO Statement

T he 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.