Program Analyst II (Temporary)(Durham County)

State of North Carolina

2d • Onsite

About The Position

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 our greatest asset – OUR EMPLOYEES. This is a temporary position and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. 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). For more information on Health Benefits offered visit www.shpnc.org. Visit www.nctemporarysolutions.com for employment information. Note: Permanent and time-limited NC State Government employees must separate from their permanent or time-limited position in order to work in a temporary position. All temporary employees are limited to one NC State Government temporary assignment at a time. Individuals hired into a temporary State job must be fully qualified for the job. OSHR supports the Governor's Job Ready initiative and seeks to expand a temporary skill set to enhance their qualifications for State government and private sector jobs. Exposure to an agency's culture, process, procedures, and potential learning opportunities can provide valuable experience to those who may seek permanent employment with the state. This temporary position is located in 65 Moore Dr - Durham County, with the Department of Health and Human Services. Job Order Hourly Rate of Pay: $48.87 (Based on education and/or years of relevant work experience reflected on the application). Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification. The 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and five (5) years of progressive experience related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Nice To Haves

• Maintains and updates the Section Performance Management metrics, in coordination with appropriate Division, Section, and Branch staff.
• Executes delegated responsibility for and advises Section leadership on monitoring Section and Branch adherence to Office of State Budget and Management and Departmental and Division policies and procedures. Includes Approval and certification of ATC Budget Estimates, Contract Worksheets, and delegated authority for signature on Travel Authorizations, Direct Pay, Docusign and similar materials.
• Supports Section-level initiatives as assigned, including Section Business Continuity and Continuity of Operations Plans, cross-section alignment, website migration.
• Supports Division-level initiatives as assigned, including public health accreditation and workforce development activities, representation on DPH Operations Manager workgroup and coordination of HR report distribution updates.
• Coordinates planning and allocation of Epidemiology Section and Branches space needs.
• Oversees special projects related to all Branches of the Epidemiology Section as directed by the Section Chief. Includes DPH Budget Office, Business Office and Administration Office requests directly or assigned by Section Chief.
• Coordinates development and updating of Section Office administrative policies, procedures and protocols.
• Coordinates with the Section and Branch leadership to interpret State and Federal policies and procedures including actions by the General Assembly that could affect programming objectives and deliverables.
• Directs section managerial projects and personnel as assigned.
• Advises operational staff to ensure that contracts developed by all Branches in the Epidemiology Section are effective in meeting Program and Branch public health goals; performance-based and compliant with State, Department and Division requirements; and prepared for timely execution.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and updates the Section Performance Management metrics, in coordination with appropriate Division, Section, and Branch staff.
• Executes delegated responsibility for and advises Section leadership on monitoring Section and Branch adherence to Office of State Budget and Management and Departmental and Division policies and procedures. Includes Approval and certification of ATC Budget Estimates, Contract Worksheets, and delegated authority for signature on Travel Authorizations, Direct Pay, Docusign and similar materials.
• Supports Section-level initiatives as assigned, including Section Business Continuity and Continuity of Operations Plans, cross-section alignment, website migration.
• Supports Division-level initiatives as assigned, including public health accreditation and workforce development activities, representation on DPH Operations Manager workgroup and coordination of HR report distribution updates.
• Coordinates planning and allocation of Epidemiology Section and Branches space needs.
• Oversees special projects related to all Branches of the Epidemiology Section as directed by the Section Chief. Includes DPH Budget Office, Business Office and Administration Office requests directly or assigned by Section Chief.
• Coordinates development and updating of Section Office administrative policies, procedures and protocols.
• Coordinates with the Section and Branch leadership to interpret State and Federal policies and procedures including actions by the General Assembly that could affect programming objectives and deliverables.
• Directs section managerial projects and personnel as assigned.
• Advises operational staff to ensure that contracts developed by all Branches in the Epidemiology Section are effective in meeting Program and Branch public health goals; performance-based and compliant with State, Department and Division requirements; and prepared for timely execution.

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
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees