Administrative Specialist

State of North Carolina

12d • $37,782 - $51,951

About The Position

The North Carolina State Highway Patrol's primary mission is to reduce collisions and make the highways of North Carolina as safe as possible. The NCSHP has more than 1,600 troopers who cover nearly 80,000 miles of North Carolina roadways, more than any other state except Texas. In addition to enforcing the state's traffic laws, state troopers also guide traffic during hurricane evacuations, re-route traffic around hazardous chemical spills, and they stand ready should any act of terrorism occur. State Troopers are committed to protecting North Carolina's motoring public.

The NC State Highway Patrol is seeking an enthusiastic team member to join our team as an Administrative Specialist. The Administrative Specialist provides administrative support to the Field Operations-Investigative Services Unit section.

Requirements

• Internal State Government Posting – Only current permanent and temporary NC State Government and/or University employees or layoff candidates with the State of North Carolina eligible for RIF priority reemployment consideration as described by G.S. 126 may apply.
• High school diploma OR General Educational Development (GED) diploma AND two years of related administrative experience; OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Qualified recommended applicant(s) must undergo and successfully pass: Criminal Background Investigation Drug Screening Test
• To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated experience understanding and awareness of program services, polices, and procedures.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating and communicating information to internal/external partners through use of electronic and telephone resources
• Demonstrated knowledge of data collection and storage to compile, assimilate, and organize printed and electronic information.
• Proficiency experience using office equipment and other relevant technology/software.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative support to management and staff.
• Facilitates and promotes key office operations.
• Promotes compliance of rules and regulations governing vehicle dealers, vehicle safety, and emissions inspection stations and vehicle repair businesses.

Benefits

• Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more.
• If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees