Administrative Officer

State of North Carolina•Wake, TX

1d•$45,431 - $62,000•Onsite

About The Position

The NC State Highway Patrol (NCSHP) is seeking a well-rounded, focused-driven individual to join our team as an Administrative Officer. The Administrative Officer will provide broad administrative support to the Office of the General Counsel.

Requirements

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.

Nice To Haves

Considerable knowledge of modern office procedures, practices, technology, and equipment.
Ability to communicate clearly and logically in oral and written form; ability to use correct grammar, organization, and structure.
Some knowledge of judicial and quasi-judicial procedures.
Some knowledge of personnel and accounting principles and practices.
Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting policies and procedures.
Ability to plan, assign and review work of subordinates.
Ability to recognize and prioritize urgent needs while working independently with little supervision
Ability to deal with confidential/sensitive issues and the use of discretion.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with people contacted in the course of work to include a wide variety of federal, state, and local officials.

Responsibilities

Assisting attorneys, managing complex calendars tied to legal deadlines, maintaining case and mail tracking systems, conducting research, and handling policy-based inquiries.
Supports HR functions such as onboarding, processing invoices, and frequently interacts with high level officials and the public.
Requires strong prioritization, professionalism, and the ability to handle sensitive or emotionally charged situations independently.