Program Assistant (60011377) Position Available In Sampson, North Carolina

Program Assistant (60011377)

Salary
$37,782.00 – $66,120.00 Annually
Location Sampson County, NC
Job Type
Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
25-04529
Department
Dept of Justice
Division
DOJ Administrative
Opening Date
05/27/2025
Closing Date
6/2/2025 5:00 PM Eastern
Job Class Title
Administrative Specialist I
Position Number
60011377
Section
NC Justice Academy
Salary Grade
NC08
DESCRIPTION
BENEFITS
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Description of Work
Not sure you meet all listed requirements? Let our team take a look. Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

THE STARTING SALARY FOR THIS POSITION IS LIMITED TO

$37,782 – $46,650. Salary offers for the selected candidate are based on the candidate’s education and experience related to the position, as well as our agency budget and equity.
The primary purpose of this position is to support training coordinators in their responsibilities to develop and update courses and to manage the office including the flow of information thus providing administrative as well as clerical support.
This position requires significant public contact with the Academy’s customer population in developing and implementing state-wide mandated in-service training. Receive calls for specific training centers of the North Carolina Justice Academy. Calls received from sheriff’s departments, police departments, state legal justice agencies, and other state agencies such as the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles, Governor’s Highway Safety Commission, and Highway Department. Information is given concerning departmental and Academy course offerings, course prerequisites, course requirements, course equipment, and course material.
This position is responsible for creating, reviewing, and updating Rosters, Policies & Procedures Manuals, Certificates, Course Schedules, Supply Requisition, Contracts, correspondences, etc.
This position is responsible for filing and ingoing/outgoing mail.
Note to

Current State Employees:

The salary grade for this position is NC08. State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. Please detail ALL work history including non-state service experience. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY or MAY NOT result.
The State of North Carolina offers employer paid health insurance plus twelve paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at Employee Benefits.

Division Information:

The mission of the North Carolina Justice Academy (NCJA) is to improve the quality and effectiveness of criminal justice services to the citizens of North Carolina through research, education, training, and support to criminal justice and related personnel.

Department Information:

The North Carolina Department of Justice, led by the Attorney General of North Carolina, represents the state, state agencies, and elected officials, and defends the rights of the people of North Carolina. The Department handles all state criminal appeals cases and assists district attorneys with complex criminal cases at their request. Additionally, the Department of Justice includes the North Carolina State Crime Lab, the North Carolina Justice Academy, and the Sheriffs’ and Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Divisions. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
Documented experience organizing and/or maintaining records and/or files.
Ability to review and screen communications, exercise discretion in handling matters independently, or appropriately route to the designated individual or department.
Ability to gain considerable knowledge with general office practices, administrative procedures, and organizational protocols.
Ability to efficiently organize, process, and maintain official records, files, and documentation in accordance with agency standards.
Ability to accurately analyze, record, and reconcile data, including basic financial or numerical information.
Ability to interpret and apply applicable laws, policies, departmental rules, and regulations in the processing, verification, and maintenance of records and documents.
Ability to type with a high degree of accuracy and at a speed appropriate to the position’s requirements.
Ability to identify and correct errors in spelling, grammar, punctuation, and formatting in both written and electronic communications.
Ability to exercise sound judgment in organizing information, formatting correspondence, and managing workflow.
Ability to independently assess and resolve routine administrative or procedural issues.
Ability to effectively gather, interpret, and communicate program-related information to internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to use computer systems, including word processing, spreadsheets, email, and/or other standard office software applications.
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.
High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of related administrative experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Supplemental and Contact Information
Note the following: If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.
Resumes and cover letters: To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form. This information is used to determine if you meet the requirements of the position, and if you are selected, it is used to determine a salary offer.
Using the terms “See Resume” or “See Attachment” will not be accepted, and your application will be rejected as incomplete. Cover letters are highly encouraged but not required.

Transcripts:

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. A copy of your transcripts indicating the degree received can be uploaded with your application. If a transcript has been requested, your application will be considered incomplete if you do not provide one. Using a photograph of your diploma is not acceptable.
Credit for foreign degrees will only be given if verification of degree certification is attached to your application. Transcripts for foreign degrees have to be evaluated by an organization like World Education Services to determine US equivalency.
Any licenses or certificates must be included in the appropriate section of the application form.
Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 or discharge orders.
Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if you are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If you are a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, you must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
Application status: To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are “Under Review” and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take an average of 6 – 8 weeks. All applicants will be notified by email once a position is filled.
If you are having technical issues submitting your application, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting, other than your application status, please contact the NC DOJ Human Resources office.
The NC Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The NC Department of Justice uses Merit-Based Recruitment to select from among the most qualified applicants to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act.

CONTACT INFORMATION

NC Department of Justice
Human Resources
humanresourcesncdoj.gov
Employer
State of North Carolina
Website
http://ncdoj.com/
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