Durham CDSA Assistant Director

Health & Human Services; North Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Parental leave

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) invites applications for the Program Manager I (NS) position in the Division of Child and Family Well-Being. This role directs day-to-day statewide efforts, leads staff, and provides executive leadership to ensure program goals are met across divisions and services.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and at least three years in program management, including supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and three years of program experience, including one year of supervisory experience.
• Equivalent combination of training and experience may be accepted.
• Knowledge of public and business administration and program management is required.

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day statewide program efforts within an agency, major division or service.
• Direct multiple sections related to a large program and manage staff and operations.
• Provide leadership in setting agency goals and coordinating with other state officials.
• Oversee rule making, commission support, and policy enforcement as applicable to the program area.

Skills

Public administration

Business administration

Human resources

Purchasing

Budgeting

Accounting practices

Staff supervision

Program analysis

Evaluation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division Child and Family Well-Being Job Classification Title Program Manager I (NS) Position Number 60040063 Grade NC20

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

This is administrative work, in directing and coordinating the day-to-day statewide effort within an agency, major division or service. The position may direct several or all of the sections related to a large program depending upon the scope and complexity of the work.

Positions at the 11 level direct sections with larger scope and complexity of work. The position directs other managerial, professional and support staff in the delivery of services in the assigned units and program areas, and acts with full delegated authority. Work involves providing leadership in setting agency goals and objectives for the programs assigned and may require working with other agency executives in resolving internal resource allocation and program integration issues. Position may have oversight for rule making, commission support, legislative changes and enforcement of applicable federal and state regulations as well as agency policies, rules and regulations that affect program structures and operations. Work involves providing a leadership role in developing and maintaining involvement and cooperation with both the public and private sector components of the service delivery system. Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of public and business administration. Considerable knowledge of human resources, purchasing, budget and accounting practices and procedures as related to the program area of assignment. Considerable operational and policy knowledge related to the program area. Skill in managing a staff of professional and support positions to achieve program goals. Skill in program analysis and evaluation. Ability to select, train, and supervise employees engaged in specific program or operational area. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, other State officials and the general public.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $70,478 - $123,336

Recruitment Range: $70,478 - $74,583

Management Preferences

• Thorough working knowledge of regulations, policies, practices and techniques applicable to IDEA-Part C, and the NC Infant-Toddler Program.
• Skills and experience in planning, developing, directing, and evaluating Infant/Toddler Program services.
• Skills and experience in supervising and training other professionals.
• Working knowledge of typical child development, developmental delays/disabilities, risk factors, established conditions, and codes used to support program eligibility.
• Working knowledge of Medicaid service definitions and documentation requirements used to support the billing for Infant/Toddler Program and its related services.

Physical Requirements (If Applicable)

• Must be able to drive and travel by car across the CDSA's catchment area; Occasional light lifting of office supplies and light manual handling of CDSA assistive technology equipment for families.

About the NC Division of Child and Family Well-Being

The Division of Child and Family Well-Being (DCFW) brings together complementary NC Department of Health and Human services to support North Carolina’s children growing up safe, healthy, and thriving in nurturing and resilient families and communities.

Compensation and 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.

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: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/. 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. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of program experience related to the area of assignment, including one year of supervisory program experience. OR An equivalent combination of training and experience.

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.

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 their DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

Posting Closes

Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date.