Regulatory and Licensing Policy Consultant

State of North Carolina

19h

About The Position

NCDHHS 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 relative to the program from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of related experience; or Bachelor’s degree in a discipline relative to the program area from an appropriately accredited institution and five years of related experience; 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.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees