Salary: $42,464.00 - $74,313.00 Annually Location : Wake County, NC Job Type: Permanent Full-Time Job Number: 24-14288 Department: Dept of Public Safety Division: Chief Operating Office Opening Date: 11/20/2024 Closing Date: 11/30/2024 5:00 PM Eastern Job Class Title: Administrative Officer I Position Number: 60056049 Section: Office of Victim Compensation Services Salary Grade: NC09 Recruitment Range: $42,464.00 - $59,565.00 Description of Work Unleash your potential and make an impact! We are currently accepting applications for an Administrative Officer I at Office Victim Compensation Services at the North Carolina Department of Public Safety. . This is an INTERNAL POSTING open ONLY to current the NC Department of Public Safety's current employees and eligible RIF candidates. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with , including paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, retirement, and health insurance. To view an example of total compensation, please click here The primary purpose of the Office Victim Compensation Services (OVCS) is to serve the victims of North Carolina in various capacities through the two North Carolina General Statutes (NCGS) mandated programs comprised of - Crime Victim Compensation and Rape Victims Assistance Programs. The Crime Victim Compensation Program reimburses citizens who suffer medical expenses and lost wages as a result of being an innocent victim of a crime committed in North Carolina according to NCGS Chapter 15B. This program works directly with the North Carolina Crime Victims Compensation Commission; whose primary purpose is to compensate victims of crime for certain monetary expenses that were incurred as the result of a violent act committed against them. The Rape Victim Assistance Program provides free forensic medical examinations for victims of rape or sex offenses according to NCGS Chapter 143B-1200. Victims of rape, assault, child sexual abuse, domestic violence, and drunk driving as well as the families of homicide victims are eligible to apply for financial help. This position assists the Office of Victim Compensation Services by organizing and coordinating administrative business activities including grant budget, purchasing, inventory, human resources, and specialized records and process coordination of the program specific functions. The position manages office and auxiliary functions (e.g., maintenance, security, HR) and implements program policy and assists the director with formulations of program policy. The work involves public contacts in promoting established programs. The position supervises staff assigned. Work is performed under general supervision and is subject to review and evaluation through conferences, post-audits, and written reports. This position is responsible for researching, drafting and maintenance of policies and procedures to ensure the Office of Victim Compensation Services meets legislative mandates and departmental goals. This position is responsible for editing, preparation, and coordination of grants in support of the Office of Victim Compensation Services Programs. This position prepares grant applications to for submission to state and federal agencies for the Office of Victim Compensation Services programs and for other grants supporting victim rights. Job duties include:
- Policy & Procedure Review and Development.
- Grant and Funding Proposals.
- Direct Services, Outreach, Training and Notification.
- Human Resouces Practices.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / CompetenciesDPS 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 potential to qualify for the position, as well as the highest possible salary. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. Careers | NC DPS(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:
- Working knowledge of local, state, and/or national organizations associated with crime victim services.
- Working knowledge of the criminal justice system.
Management Preferences:
- Ability to review, comprehend, research, analyze, and interpret statutes, policies, programs, and procedures.
- Ability to learn and use new and standard software and office equipment.
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 from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of experience in HR, budgeting, research or administrative management; or an 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
- Degrees and transcripts must be received from 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: .
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:
- A current member of the North Carolina National Guard in good standing must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS).
- 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 Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. Please log in to your Government Jobs account and click Application Status. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by the hiring manager. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification. For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-###-####. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Teresa Mitchell at ...@ncdps.gov. 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. 01 Applicants must possess the required Minimum Education and Experience AND Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed on the job vacancy announcement in order to be deemed qualified. I understand that my application MUST reflect a complete work history and include all education and certifications/credentials. Also, I understand that Supplemental Questions are considered a part of the application and the answers are used in the screening process, and that all questions must be answered completely and accurately.
02 I understand that the budgeted salary for this position is limited to $59,565.00. If offered this position, the salary offered will be between $42,464.00 - $59,565.00.
03 What is the highest level of education completed?
- Less than HS
- HS/GED
- Associate
- Some College
- 4 yr Degree
- Master's or higher
04 Are you a NC Department of Public Safety current employee or eligible RIF candidate?
05 Do you have working knowledge of local, state, and/or national organizations associated with crime victim services?
06 If you answered Yes to the previous question, please describe your knowledge and include in which job(s) you obtained it. If you answered No , type N/A . Please be detaile 07 Do you have working knowledge of the criminal justice system?
08 If you answered Yes to the previous question, please describe your knowledge and include in which job(s) you obtained it. If you answered No , type N/A . Please be detailed. Required Question