Deputy Chief of Administration Position Available In Wake, North Carolina

Deputy Chief of Administration State of North Carolina – Dept of Public Safety – 3.5 Wake County, NC Job Details Full-time $64,621 – $113,088 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid parental leave Health insurance Parental leave Loan forgiveness Retirement plan Qualifications Military Finance Supervising experience Bachelor’s degree GAAP Financial management Senior level Leadership 2 years Accounting Communication skills Full Job Description Description of Work We value our employees and are committed to providing flexibility in work schedules. This position qualifies for teleworking on a part-time basis as part of the State Telework Program. About the

Deputy Chief of Administration:

The Deputy Chief of Administration is a senior level professional position, supporting the efficient and effective operations of the Administration Section within North Carolina Emergency Management (NCEM). The Assistant Director for Administration (Admin Chief), and the Deputy work together collaboratively to direct and coordinate teams of professional staff across independent functional areas: Accounts Payable, Budget, Compliance, Human Resources, Grants Management, Information Technology, Application Development & Geospatial Information Systems and the Responder Assistance Initiative. This position operates with the delegated authority of the Assistant Director for Administration and exercises independent judgement to direct section activities and provide guidance to management and division staff, as appropriate. In addition to working closely with the Admin Chief on day-to-day management of the section, this position will be assigned specific projects and functional areas for ongoing oversight and management. The selected candidate will work with the Admin Chief on initiatives to improve organizational effectiveness in all areas of section operations, and the Division at large. In the absences of the Admin Chief, the Deputy Chief of Administration will lead the section and represent the Chief at meetings/briefings or as needed. Position may be required to work extended hours, overnights, weekend and/or holidays when the State Emergency Response Team is activated for a disaster. About the

Administration Section:

The mission of North Carolina Emergency Management (NCEM) is to enhance North Carolina’s resiliency through active collaboration, communication, and coordination of efficient and effective preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation of all natural and man-made hazards and threats. It is part of the NC Department of Public Safety (NC DPS). The primary mission of the Administration Section is to provide effective and efficient support functions for the Division and external clients. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) are

REQUIRED

to qualify for this position. All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Supplemental Questions are also a required part of the application: answers must reference education or work experience listed on the application. A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant’s [Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but are not a substitution for a complete application.] To qualify for this position, applicants must demonstrate ALL of the following

KSAs:

Experienced with problem-solving skills to assess complex situations, identify potential solutions and make effective recommendations to management. Experienced in both written and oral communication skills to covey complex and/or technical information to colleagues, employees, and/or laypersons. Working knowledge of the general principles of financial management and generally accepted accounting principles and/or business administration practices. Experience leading and coordinating teams of employees, including supporting their professional development. Experience interpreting applicable state and/or federal regulations. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements 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 oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details. Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance or other discipline related to the area of assignment from appropriately accredited institution and three years of progressive related experience, in which, two years should be in a supervisory role, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Supplemental and Contact Information The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we are committed to full inclusion of qualified applicants and will review requests for reasonable accommodation to perform essential job functions during the hiring process or while on the job. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program For applicants with student loans, becoming a state employee may include eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more. Transcripts Attaching transcripts is optional, however, we recommend applicants attach unofficial transcripts to assist in providing credit for education including in substituting education gained for experience. Additionally, qualifying for some positions may require validating hours of coursework in a specific field of study and transcripts are crucial to awarding credit. Degrees and transcripts must be achieved from an appropriately accredited college or university. Applicants who earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, must attach an unofficial transcript to receive credit for education. International degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options to provide credential verification: https://www.naces.org/members. Military Experience Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty that includes Character of Discharge – Member 4 or Service 2 form) to the application. Applicants seeking

National Guard Preference:

o A current member of the North Carolina National Guard in good standing must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS). o A former member of the North Carolina National Guard who served for at least 6 years and were discharged under honorable conditions, must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22. The NC Dept. of Public Safety must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the “National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape.” PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions Selected applicants for positions which are subject to PREA will undergo a PREA-specific background check. For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Elizabeth Gray at .

NOTE:

For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.

For permanent and time-limited appointments:

Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.