Regulatory and Licensing Policy Consultant

Health & Human Services; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 53,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Division of Social Services is seeking a Policy Consultant to support Foster Home Licensing, Private Agency Licensing, and Interstate Services. This role provides statewide policy interpretation, regulatory alignment, and guidance to public and private agencies.

Key duties include developing and revising licensing policy, interpreting federal and state laws and program standards, offering technical assistance, and contributing to

Qualifications

• Experience developing or revising policy, procedures, or written guidance in a human service or regulatory setting.
• Experience interpreting and applying federal and state laws, Administrative Code, and child welfare program standards.
• Experience in child welfare, including foster home licensing, private agency licensing, interstate services, or permanency planning.

Responsibilities

• Develop and revise policy for Foster Home Licensing, Private Agency Licensing, and Interstate Services.
• Interpret and apply federal law, state statutes, Administrative Code, and program standards.
• Provide guidance, consultation, and technical assistance on licensing policy.
• Contribute to statewide initiatives requiring policy alignment or licensing updates.
• Identify trends and gaps to inform quality improvement and future policy updates.

Skills

Policy development

Policy interpretation

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Master's degree in a related field

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline

Job description

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division Social Services Job Classification Title Human Services Program Consultant II (NS) Position Number 60041989 Grade NC15

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 NCDHHS Division of Social Services is seeking a Policy Consultant to support Foster Home Licensing, Private Agency Licensing, and Interstate Services within the Regulatory and Licensing section. This position provides statewide expertise in policy interpretation, regulatory alignment, and guidance to public and private agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and revise policy in the areas of Foster Home Licensing, Private Agency Licensing, and Interstate Services to ensure accuracy and compliance with federal and state requirements.
• Interpret and apply federal law, state statutes, Administrative Code, and program standards for public and private agencies.
• Provide clear guidance, consultation, and technical assistance on licensing policy, requirements, and practice expectations.
• Contribute to statewide initiatives that require policy alignment, regulatory updates, or licensing practice changes.
• Identify trends, gaps, and implementation challenges to inform continuous quality improvement and future policy updates.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Salary Range: $53,164 - $93,038 Recruitment Range: $53,164 - $73,101 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/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred.

• Experience developing or revising policy, procedures, or written guidance in a human service or regulatory setting.
• Experience interpreting and applying federal and state laws, Administrative Code, and child welfare program standards.
• Experience in child welfare, including foster home licensing, private agency licensing, interstate services, or permanency planning.

REPOST - Previous Applicants Must Reapply To Be Considered For This Vacancy

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

The Division of Social Services provides direct services that address issues of poverty, family violence and exploitation. We aim to prevent abuse, neglect, and exploitation of vulnerable citizens, and promote self-reliance and self-sufficiency for individuals and families.

Compensation & 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 website for State Benefits Supplemental and 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 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 disciple specific to the program from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of experience in the area of assignment, including two years in a supervisory or consultative capacity OR Bachelor's degree in a discipline specific to the program from an appropriately accredited institution and six years of experience in the area of assignment, including two years in a supervisory or consultative capacity 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.