Agency
SafetyDivision
Dept of Public SafetyJob Classification Title
Administrative Specialist II (S)Position Number
Grade
NC09About Us
The Department of Public Safetys mission is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through preparation prevention and protection with integrity and honor. Our agency houses many public safety divisions including Emergency Management Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Alcohol Law Enforcement Samarcand Training Academy and the North Carolina National Guard. Join us along with our more than 3000 employees and 12000 National Guard members in providing exceptional public safety services to the citizens of North Carolina.
Description of Work
THIS JOB POSTING WILL CLOSE AT 11:59 PM ON THURSDAY JANUARY 15 2026.Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Salary Range: $39671 - $69426
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 Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) is REQUIRED to qualify for this position. Management Preferences including Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) are not required but may be used to determine the pool of most qualified applicants. Managers may also choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences.
All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Transcripts may be attached to supplement education and work experience may include internships volunteerism and full and part-time work. 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 applicants potential to qualify for the position as well as receive the highest possible salary if selected for the position. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications internal equity and budgetary considerations for the advertised position. Click here for more information and application resources.
Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but are not a substitute for a complete application.
This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) withState Benefits including paid vacation paid sick leave paid holidays retirement and health insurance. To view an example of total compensation please click hereNC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator. Position may require all-day travel. This position is considered mandatory/essential and does not qualify to participate in the telework will be subject to a criminal/civil background investigation and polygraph. Recommended applicant must pass a drug screen.
About the Alcohol Law Enforcement (ALE) Division:
ALE is a division of the North Carolina Department of Public Safety. Alcohol Law Enforcement Special Agents have statewide jurisdiction to investigate any criminal offense and make arrests within the State of North Carolina. ALE is the lead enforcement agency for the states alcoholic beverage control lottery and tobacco laws. As such ALE special agents target problem ABC-licensed and illegal establishments that serve as havens for violence drugs gang activity organized crime money laundering and other criminal activity.
The mission of the Alcohol Law Enforcement Division is to reduce crime and enhance public safety throughout the State of North Carolina. This mission is accomplished through the proactive fair and consistent enforcement of the state laws related to alcoholic beverage control gambling tobacco controlled substances and nuisance abatement as well as other criminal and regulatory matters in the interest of health and public safety.
Additional Salary and Benefits information are available on our website at Preference(s):
ADDITIONAL SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
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. Our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice involved and we invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified. Due to the nature of work performed in our agency prior convictions and/or charges may prohibit employment for positions which are subject to PREA or other position-specific background checks.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
For applicants with student loans becoming a state employee may include eligibility forthe Public Service Loan Forgiveness learn more.
Transcripts
Degreesand transcriptsmust 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.
Internationaldegrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation serviceby the closing date of this to provide documentation may result in National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES)has several options toprovidecredential verification: Experience
Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Dutythat includes Character of Discharge - Member 4 or Service 2 form)to the application.
Applicants seeking National Guard Preference:
Acurrent member of the NorthCarolinaNational Guard in good standingmust attach a NGB 23A (RPAS).
A formermember of the North CarolinaNational Guard who served for at least 6 years and weredischarged under honorable conditions must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. Please log in to your Workday account to check the status of your application. 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 when the position is filled.
If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status please contact Special Agent Antwan Happoldt at .
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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.
High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and four years of related administrative experience; or 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.
Recruiter:
Simone JohnsonRecruiter Email:
Required Experience:
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