Community Development Specialist I -- Temporary

State of North Carolina • Wake County, NC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a temporary position with the Office of State Human Resources, Temporary Solutions division. The agency aims to provide a solid Human Resource management foundation, responsible oversight, and creative solutions through a collaborative approach with all stakeholders to maximize the potential of its employees. This role is part of the new funding through NCDHHS - American Indian Rural Health Transformation Program (AIRHTP). The Director of AIRHTP provides strategic leadership for statewide rural health initiatives and tribal engagement efforts. This role oversees program execution, cross agency coordination, and a team of two rural health advocates.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in sociology, psychology, political science, business administration, public administration, or related field from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of experience related to the specific program assignment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Individuals hired into a temporary State job must be fully qualified for the job.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed within this vacancy announcement will be used only as management preferences and will be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants.

Responsibilities

• Leading and supervising the AIRHTP team to ensure effective program delivery.
• Conducting and facilitating tribal listening sessions to inform program strategy.
• Aligning AIRHTP activities with ROOTS Hubs assessments and action plans.
• Developing executive reports, training materials, and program communications.
• Providing technical assistance and guidance to NC DHHS, AIRHTP, and ROOTS Hub Leads on tribal engagement.
• Issuing strategic guidance for working with tribal nations.
• Advising NC DHHS on Tribal Directed Programming and engaging in biweekly coordination meetings.

Benefits

• Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP).

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level