Regulatory and Licensing Policy Consultant

State of North Carolina•820 South Boylan Avenue Wake, NC

13h•Onsite

About The Position

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Division of Social Services is seeking a Policy Consultant to support Foster Home Licensing, Private Agency Licensing, and Interstate Services within the Regulatory and Licensing section. This position provides statewide expertise in policy interpretation, regulatory alignment, and guidance to public and private agencies.

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 OR 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 OR An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience developing or revising policy, procedures, or written guidance in a human service or regulatory setting.
Experience interpreting and applying federal and state laws, Administrative Code, and child welfare program standards.
Experience in child welfare, including foster home licensing, private agency licensing, interstate services, or permanency planning.

Responsibilities

Develop and revise policy in the areas of Foster Home Licensing, Private Agency Licensing, and Interstate Services to ensure accuracy and compliance with federal and state requirements.
Interpret and apply federal law, state statutes, Administrative Code, and program standards for public and private agencies.
Provide clear guidance, consultation, and technical assistance on licensing policy, requirements, and practice expectations.
Contribute to statewide initiatives that require policy alignment, regulatory updates, or licensing practice changes.
Identify trends, gaps, and implementation challenges to inform continuous quality improvement and future policy updates.