Program Director II (Temporary)

OSHR Temporary Solutions; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

OSHR Temporary Solutions seeks a Program Director II (S) to lead strategic planning and oversight for the NC Medical Examiner System within the Office of State Human Resources. The role focuses on guidance, coordination, and effective management of resources and personnel.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least five years in program management, including three years in a supervisory capacity, with strong communication and policy analysis skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and five years of program experience, including three years of managerial experience.
• Proven leadership, planning, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to lead, supervise, and coordinate diverse teams in a public-health context.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and strategic direction for OCME/NC Medical Examiner System initiatives.
• Oversee and coordinate administrative operations, staffing, and budgeting.
• Engage with lawmakers, agencies, and stakeholders to advance public health programs.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Agency Office of State Human Resources Division Temporary Solutions Job Classification Title Program Director II (S) Position Number Grade NC23

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. Visitwww.nctemporarysolutions.comfor 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 4312 District Drive, Raleigh, NC - Wake County with the Department of Health and Human Services.

Job Order Hourly Rate of Pay: $52.97 (Based on education and/or years of relevant work experience reflected on the application).Effective July1,2025, 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.

Management Preferences: The Program Director II - Fractional Deputy Chief Administrator/OCME role will provide oversight and ensure communication and coordination for the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner and the North Carolina Medical Examiner System. This position will identify, develop and recommend, and advise leadership and others on new program initiatives to carry out more effectively/efficiently the responsibilities of the Medical Examiner System. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage, direct, lead and coordinate the work of others. The candidate will also possess solid organizational and analytical abilities that allow for project leadership and decision-making. This role is involved in a dynamic public health program. As such, roles and responsibilities are subject to change as situations evolve. Roles and responsibilities listed above may be expanded upon or updated to match priorities and needs.

Administration and Strategic Planning

• 30% Provide leadership and guidance and make decisions when the Chief Medical Examiner, Deputy Chief Medical Examiner, and/or Operations Manager are unavailable
• Provide oversight and strategic planning, operational guidance and day-to-day support for the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner and NC Medical Examiner System under the leadership of the Chief Medical Examiner and Operations Manager.
• Manage complex problems as a team and demonstrate innovative problem solving while also ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements related to medicolegal death investigation response activities.
• Make presentations to division and departmental leadership, legislative committees, meet with legislators and staff in the Fiscal Research Division, and offers recommendations and guidance regarding public health programs, appropriation, and existing and/or proposed legislation.
• Provide guidance and support, if needed, to the Commission for Public Health and additional advisory and legislated boards and commissions in the absence of the Chief Medical Examiner. This may include the Commission of Anatomy.
• Identify, develop, and recommend and advise OCME leadership and others on new program initiatives to carry out more effectively/efficiently the responsibilities of the Medical Examiner System.
• Participate with executive level staff within the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner and NC Medical Examiner system in preparation of long-term and immediate public health objectives, staffing, and funding priorities.
• Provide guidance, leadership, and support for the OCME and Medical Examiner System including, but not limited to, the interpretation of legislation, rules, and administrative code during states of emergency, COVID-19, and pandemic response in collaboration with DHHS and DPH attorneys.
• Maintain an open and trusting environment for on‑going collaboration and continuous improvement.

Communication, Consultation, and Outreach

• 30% Communicate with a diverse workforce of employees and positions comprised of full-time, part-time, time-limited, lawyers, laboratory staff, program staff, contract staff, and other professionals assigned to the Medical Examiner System and related public health initiatives including pandemic and other mass fatality incident responses.
• Work closely with Public Health Leadership, law enforcement, legal officials, Emergency Management, county managers, NC Funeral board, attorney organizations, regional autopsy centers, educational institutions, and other stakeholders to ensure consistent and coordinated implementation of medical examiner operations and response.
• Foster cross-divisional collaboration along with the value that we are members of one department, one team, working towards one goal: to improve the health, safety, and well-being of the citizens by providing professional, timely, and high-quality death investigations including examinations, reports, and communications.
• Work with OCME leadership to create materials and communications used with national, regional, and local professional public health organizations, and represent and speak on behalf of the OCME, Medical Examiner System, Division and the state when needed.

Supervision and Data Analysis

• 25% Provide general administrative oversight and direct and indirect supervision of up to 25 permanent and temporary employees
• Facilitate recruitment and hiring process for potential candidates; coaches and counsels employees and conducts performance reviews.
• Executes disciplinary action for staff, when necessary.
• Provide and monitor employee training throughof program requirements; review training proposals submitted by staff.
• Oversee and monitor data collection via the Data and Information Unit, analysis, and coding within the Medical Examiner Information System (MEIS) and/or Medical Examiner Information System – Replacement (MEIS-R) customized database(s); ensure quarterly and annual reports are readily available.

Policy Administration

• 15% Ensure that public health programs, rules, policies and initiatives are well coordinated, collaborative and in alignment with Departmental and OCME strategies and priorities, state and federal funders, local government entities, and other state entities impacting public health, such as Emergency Management, Department of Public Instruction, Medical Board, Board of Pharmacy, Department of Agriculture, Department of Public Safety, Housing Finance Agency, and the Department of Transportation, as well as an array of private public health partners

Recruitment Requirements

Considerable specialized knowledge of appropriate program practices, policies and procedures such as budget management, grants management, program administration, personnel management, related law, related general statutes, rules and regulations, state and local rules and regulations. Demonstrated skill in leadership, planning, program management, and organizational skills and skills in program analysis and evaluation. Ability to identify problems and changing requirements. Ability to work with and communicate with members of the NC General Assembly, US Congress, Commission Advisory employees/staff and the general public. Ability to interpret federal/state legislation and establish state-level policy guidance related to agency operations to ensure compliance. Ability to compile, analyze and summarize administrative, programmatic and fiscal data for assessing agency capacity. Ability to develop/ written documents/oral presentations and/or reports conveying information and to communicate effectively. Ability to lead, supervise and direct the work of a team. Excellent oral and written communication skills. May require considerable knowledge of the reliability of systems and internal controls.

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 five (5) years of program experience in the area of assignment, including three years of managerial experience in the public or private sectors involving significant decision-making authority in the planning, organizing and directing of operations in the areas of the assigned program(s); or an equivalent combination of education 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.

Recruiter: Kimberly Scott Recruiter Email: [e-mail]. North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today!

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