Policy Consultant

State of North Carolina•Albermarle Wake, NC

2d•$53,164 - $93,038•Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to research, write, and disseminate child welfare policy information regarding child protective services. This position also drafts written responses to media requests and develops forms. This position will work as team member for implementation of any initiative or project that requires a policy change in any matters related to the assigned subject matter. The Division of Social Services provides direct services that address issues of poverty, family violence and exploitation. We aim to prevent abuse, neglect, and exploitation of vulnerable citizens, and promote self-reliance and self-sufficiency for individuals and families.

Requirements

Master's degree in a discipline specific to the program from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of experience in the area of assignment, including two years in a supervisory or consultative capacity
Bachelor's degree in a discipline specific to the program from an appropriately accredited institution and six years of experience in the area of assignment, including two years in a supervisory or consultative capacity
An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Documented child welfare experience and ability to demonstrate working knowledge of child welfare programs, concepts, practice, policies, laws, and rules related to child protective services; intake and assessments, in-home services.
Proven experience in ability to research, analyze and interpret Federal and State laws and formulate them into policies related to child welfare.
Documented experience in technical writing to complete formal written documents and develop forms for a range of audiences, that are accurate, detailed and grammatically correct.
Proven experience in implementing child welfare-related policies or procedures and monitoring those implemented policies and procedures for compliance to get the intended results.
Demonstrate excellent communications skills, both written and verbal to a wide range of professional stakeholders and public.

Responsibilities

Research, write, and disseminate child welfare policy information regarding child protective services.
Draft written responses to media requests.
Develop forms.
Work as a team member for implementation of any initiative or project that requires a policy change in any matters related to the assigned subject matter.