Legal Assistance Developer

Agency

Dept of Health and Human Services

Division

Aging and Adult Services

Job Classification Title

Human Services Program Consultant II (NS)

Position Number

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 17000 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

The primary purpose of this position as required by the Older Americans Act is to protect and secure the rights benefits and autonomy of older individuals. The Legal Assistant Developer will implement the requirements of the Older Americans Act as it relates to the provision of legal services created to safeguard the rights and protections of older adults. The individual will also be responsible for the review and oversight of rules governing aging programs and services within the Divisions scope of work and authority.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities / Management Preferences

Salary Range : $55221 - $96639

Recruitment Range : $55221 - 73101

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.

• Demonstrated experience working with older adults the aging network legal service providers or organizations that serve disabled and vulnerable populations.
• Experience in developing and conducting training for audiences of various skill levels and familiarity with the information presented.
• Adept at handling multiple projects or assignments with competing deadlines.
• Experience in convening and coordinating work groups .

This position is funded in part through federal funds.

This position will close at 11 : 59 p.m. the night before the end date.

About the NC Division of Aging Adult Services

The Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS) works to promote the independence and enhance the dignity of North Carolinas older adults people with disabilities and their families through a community-based system of opportunities services benefits and protections.

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 addition paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

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Supplemental and Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employerthat embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federallaws 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 : 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 Governors 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.

Application Process

Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.

Veterans and National Guard Preference

Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach aDD-214 Member-4 Form(Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities or known limitations covered by the PWFA are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please contact the person indicated below.

CONTACT INFORMATION :

If there are any questions about this posting please contact Talent Acquisition at . Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

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.

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a BA / BS in Political Science Human Services Public Administration or Communications with three years of work experience in one of the above or related fields. Management

prefers candidates with an MA / MS in Public Administration Human Services Political Science or a related field of study with two years of work experience. Individuals with training or background as a Paralegal Law Clerk Legislative Assistant or experience in governmental policy making or oversight at the

local state or federal level are encouraged to apply.

EEO Statement

T he 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 : Cheryl Adams Eatmon

Email :

Required Experience :

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Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 55221 - 96639