Community Development Specialist II
About The Position
The Regional Center Manager position handles the day-to-day operations of the Division's Wilson Regional Center in Wilson NC. This position oversees the development and provision of programs and services for the Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Deaf-Blind individuals in a 17-county catchment area in accordance with the division's mission and goals. Job responsibilities include the following: Facilitates and coordinates the activities of the center's staff of seven specialists and assistant Represents the Division in general and the Raleigh Regional Center specifically at various functions within the community Direct supervision of staff, community development, outreach as well as some minimal direct services to consumers Serves as a member of the division-wide management team and functions as a liaison between the regional center and the administrative office Oversee facility operations and coordination of staff according to DHHS policies and procedures
Requirements
- Bachelor's 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.
Nice To Haves
- In-depth knowledge of the fields of deafness and hearing loss
- Familiarity with various sign systems, and the ability and commitment to attain American Sign Language and English
- Experience in policy development
- Experience in Supervision and performance management
- Ability to analyze data and use the results to develop and implement program goals
Responsibilities
- Facilitates and coordinates the activities of the center's staff of seven specialists and assistant
- Represents the Division in general and the Raleigh Regional Center specifically at various functions within the community
- Direct supervision of staff, community development, outreach as well as some minimal direct services to consumers
- Serves as a member of the division-wide management team and functions as a liaison between the regional center and the administrative office
- Oversee facility operations and coordination of staff according to DHHS policies and procedures
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 leave.
- In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
