Lead Technical Assistance Consultant

Agency

Adult Correction

Division

Rehabilitative and Correctional Services

Job Classification Title

Community Development Specialist II (NS)

Position Number

Grade

NC17

About Us

The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention protection and preparation as well as the care custody and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody healthcare and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration Health Services Rehabilitation & Reentry Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!

Description of Work

Lead Technical Assistance Consultant will actively engage in the review and analyzing of new and existing Local Reentry Councils (LRC) address problem areas ensure the LRCs are following the states Local Reentry Council model policies and procedures. Coordinate and lead out LRC trainings and technical assistance with the Case Management Tool through Unite Us. Support Users technical needs and program engagement. Travel to LRC site locations and consult with local LRC leaders to discuss problem areas and solutions. Assist with the development of policy changes quality assurance and effectiveness strategize to help build effective partnerships for state funded Local Reentry Councils and counties interested in becoming a state affiliated Local Reentry Councils. Provide support leadership and coordination for other programs and may be required to serve on various committees or work groups within the section.

The Lead Technical Assistance Consultant will serve as the lead technical expert and field-based consultant for counties within the western region of North Carolina to actively engage with reentry stakeholders and manage the local reentry council development process across the state in providing guidance through initial stages technical assistance to those entities interested in starting a reentry council in their communities ensuring compliance with the Departments reentry model and local reentry council standard operating procedures. Lead Technical Assistance Consultant will also supervise and provide direct oversight of assigned Community Development Specialist I staff; assign tasks mentor and conduct performance reviews.

Work may involve developing relationships and coordinating activities with other agencies divisions and private organizations to implement new programs to assess effectiveness and efficiency of existing programs processes systems and to recommend improvements. Frequent communication with local leaders and community stakeholders is required. Work requires the exercise of independent judgment and initiative.

This is a Field-based position within the Division of Rehabilitation & Reentry at NCDAC. Must reside within 60 miles of Division III and/or Division IV (as defined by the NCDAC Division of Community Supervision Regional Map). Duties will require this position to travel overnight to various regional locations with state vehicle assignment.


Note to Current State Employees

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. 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 result.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range $60881 - $106544

NC 17

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits

This Is An Internal Posting Open Only For Current North Carolina Department Of Adult Corrections Employees And Eligible Sate Government Reduction in Force (RIF) Candidates From North Carolina State Government or Current Temporary Employees.

The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date

Management Preference

Working experience with analyzing interpreting and assessing the impact of regulations procedures and legislative proposals

Working knowledge of economic social technological needs and resources available within the state of North Carolina to meet the needs of justice-involved individuals as well as about the principles and methods of community organization

Working experience with justice-involved individuals

Working experience with planning coordinating and directing a statewide development program

Working experience in budgeting processes program compliance reporting and overall fiscal management activities

About The Division of Rehabilitation and Reentry:

The Rehabilitation and Reentry Division oversees services programs and community partnerships aimed at helping individuals reintegrate into their communities following incarceration. Staff members work with people who are incarcerated probationers post-release supervisees and parolees. This division collaborates with prison and supervision staff to create individualized reentry plans coordinate services and deliver evidence-based programs to improve outcomes and reduce recidivism.

Compensation and 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. Visit the website forState Benefits.

DAC Contact Information

Supplemental Contact Information

NCDAC 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. For more information about the North Carolina Department of Adult Corrections (NCDAC) please visit us at our website.

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

Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the following: Education including high school and all degrees obtained Work Experience and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.

Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions you must provide supporting information within the Work Experience section of the application to support your answers.

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 11:59 PM on the night before closing date.

Applicantsmaybe subject to a criminal background check.

If applying for a position certified through the NC Dept. of Justice - Criminal Justice Standards Division click this link for specific certification requirements: Correctional & Probation/Parole Officer Certification.

The NC Dept. of Adult Correction must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the National Standards to Prevent Detect and Respond to Prison Rape. Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NC Dept. of Adult Correction: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader).

Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application please log in to your account. The hiring process may take several weeks.

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application.The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.

For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service please visit the NACES membership website at Credit Verification

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.

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS) along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.

Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22 along with the state application.

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 NCDAC 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.

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.

Bachelors degree in sociology psychology political science business administration or related field from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of experience in social work public administration or a field directly related to the specific program assignment.

OR

An 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:

Lisa Warren Byrd

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