Job Description

Agency Safety
Division 70000075 Dept of Public Safety
Job Classification Title Administrative Specialist I (S)
Position Number 60000949
Grade NC08
About Us
The Department of Public Safety's mission is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through preparation, prevention, and protection with integrity and honor. Our agency houses many public safety divisions, including Emergency Management, Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Alcohol Law Enforcement, Samarcand Training Academy, and the North Carolina National Guard. Join us along with our more than 3,000 employees and 12,000 National Guard members in providing exceptional public safety services to the citizens of North Carolina.
Description of Work We are looking for candidates who have a passion for helping court-involved youth. We are Working Together to Strengthen North Carolina's Youth and Families!
The Division of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention is committed to the reduction and prevention of juvenile delinquency by effectively intervening, educating and treating youth in order to strengthen families and increase public safety. If you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of North Carolina's youth, we welcome you to be part of the team.
The State of North Carolina provides work/life balance, a team-oriented culture, opportunities for advancement, and interesting work. If you are looking to serve others, this is the place for you
Job Duties:
This position is assigned to Facility Operations section at Juvenile Justice Central Office in Raleigh, NC.
The primary purpose of this position is to arrange and schedule juvenile transportation needs in assigned areas within the state. This includes secure transportation of juveniles to District/Superior court, detention centers and other secure transport locations. This may also include transportation of juveniles to court, detention centers, youth development centers, pick-up from law enforcement custody and other appointments. A high level of security and safety is the priority of each trip. Transportation drivers will transport juveniles who are in secure custody, therefore, knowledge of legal documents needed for each type of transport is necessary. Transports are prioritized by trips to and from juvenile court hearings, emergency/unplanned detention admissions or other assignments. Other duties for this position are:
-Coordinate daily work schedule of transportation drivers in close proximity of a driver's location to reduced cost of transports; assist in monitoring hours and cost of vehicle usage.
-Ensuring maintenance and cleaning of all transport vehicles are completed as required.
-Compiling weekly/monthly transportation logs, transportation mileage reports, and other reports as requested.
-Running annual transportation reports.
-Must become familiar with NCJoin and TROI database systems.
-Entering data/information in NC-Join as required and enter case notes in NC--Join regarding transportation trips, if needed.
-Reporting and tracking transportation incidents.
-Communication with Facility Operations and other Juvenile Justice Staff is essential
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Salary Range: $37,782-$66,120
Grade: NC08
DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the with the most qualified individuals.
The Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Supplemental Questions are also a required part of the application: answers must reference education or work experience listed on the application. A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant's potential to qualify for the position, as well as the highest possible salary. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
Management Preference: These skills are not required but managers may choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences.
Experience with entering scheduling related data into a database, calendar, and/or other scheduling platforms.
Demonstrated experience communicating with staff at all levels to provide expectations that align with agency core values.
Experience with scheduling and managing appointments for multiple people on a daily basis, including being able to make last-minute adjustments when needed.
Experience with reading State of NC statues, guidelines and/or court orders.
Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday 8am-5pm and candidates must be able to work on-call hours, weekends and holidays on a rotating basis
Benefits:
This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with , including paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, retirement, and health insurance. To view an example of total compensation, please click here
Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we are committed to full inclusion of qualified applicants and will review requests for reasonable accommodation to perform essential job functions during the hiring process or while on the job.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
For applicants with student loans, becoming a state employee may include eligibility for . Visit to learn more.
Transcripts
Degrees and transcripts must be received from appropriately accredited college or university.
Applicants who earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, must attach an unofficial transcript to receive credit for education.
International degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options to provide credential verification : .
Military Experience
Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty that includes Character of Discharge - Member 4 or Service 2 form) to the application.
Applicants seeking National Guard Preference:
A current member of the North Carolina National Guard in good standing must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS).
A former member of the North Carolina National Guard who served for at least 6 years and were discharged under honorable conditions, must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
The NC Dept. of Public Safety must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape. " . Selected applicants for positions which are subject to PREA will undergo a PREA-specific background check. Our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated, or justice involved, and we invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified. Due to the nature of work performed in our agency, prior convictions and/or charges may prohibit employment for positions which are subject to PREA or other position-specific background checks.
If applying for a Juvenile Justice & Delinquency Prevention position certified through the NC Dept. of Justice - Criminal Justice Standards Division, please click this link for specific certification requirements: .
Per NC General Statute 143B-1209.54, applicants hired into a position certified as a criminal justice officer or justice officer are required to electronically submit fingerprints to the NC State Bureau of Investigation for a state and national criminal history record check and enrollment in the . This is in addition to submitting fingerprints during the application process.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by the hiring manager. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.
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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.
High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of related administrative experience;
or 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: Kassia White

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