Job Description

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services
Division Public Health
Job Classification Title Administrative Officer I (S)
Position Number 60041099
Grade NC11
About Us
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.
Description of Work The Administrative and Financial Consultant serves as a key advisor to local health departments in North Carolina's western region, providing expert guidance on budgeting, billing, expenditure reporting, and compliance with state and federal financial regulations. This role supports public health operations through consultation, training, and technical assistance, ensuring fiscal accountability and operational efficiency across assigned counties.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide consultation on budget preparation, expenditure reporting, and financial compliance.
- Support local health departments with billing systems, accounts receivable, and clinical coding.
- Deliver training and technical assistance on state and federal financial reporting requirements.
- Serve as liaison between local fiscal staff and state public health leadership.
- Monitor fiscal operations and ensure subrecipient compliance and accountability.
- Coordinate and deliver in-person and virtual training for public health personnel.
- Guide local agencies on administrative and medical records management.
- Advise on organizational structure and staffing for financial and billing functions.
- Utilize current technical tools to support local health department operations.
- Participate in special projects and provide subject matter expertise in public health finance.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Salary Grade Range: $43,738.00 - $76,542.00
Recruitment Range: $43,738 - $52,126
Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.
The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:
Demonstrated experience managing fiscal operations in a healthcare setting, such as oversight of budgeting, expenditure tracking, and compliance with state and federal financial regulations.
Proven track record of generating and reconciling billing remittance advice, applying fee schedules and sliding fee scales, and balancing clinical program ledgers within a local health department setting.
Documented experience delivering financial and regulatory consultation to multidisciplinary teams, including preparing written reports and presenting fiscal recommendations to internal and external stakeholders.
Proficient at an intermediate level or higher in Microsoft Excel and financial database systems, with a history of using these tools to analyze data, monitor budgets, and support financial decision-making.
Hands-on experience coordinating or leading training sessions for public health staff on financial systems, billing processes, and administrative procedures, both in-person and virtually.
The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date
This position is eligible to be fully remote, With Some Requirements To Report to Raleigh, North Carolina, For Meetings And Duties Requested By Management.
Travel to DPH headquarters, meetings across the state, and assigned counties is expected when required or requested.
About the NC Division of Public Health:
The NC Division of Public Health works to promote and contribute to the highest possible level of health for the people of North Carolina. Our entire statewide system of public health has dedicated professionals who carry out our mission daily through a wide range of essential activities touching the lives of everyone in our state.
Compensation and 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. Visit website for .
Supplemental Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: .
DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
In accordance with the Governor's , our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.
Application Process
Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.
Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application to support your answers.
If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.
Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.
Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.
For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at .
Degree/College Credit Verification
Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, degree evaluations, and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.
Veterans' and National Guard Preference
Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.
ADA Accommodations
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
If there are any questions about this posting, please contact Talent Acquisition at . Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.
Minimum Education and Experience
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of experience in HR, budgeting, research, or administrative management
OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience
EEO Statement
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
Recruiter: Tresha Walker
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