Agency

Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division

Parks and Recreation

Job Classification Title

Administrative Specialist I (S)

Position Number

65027688

Grade

NC08

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) enriches people’s lives through education and stewardship of North Carolina’s natural and cultural resources. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including historic sites, museums, state parks, trails, aquariums, the North Carolina Zoo, the Library of North Carolina, the State Archives, the North Carolina Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the North Carolina Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program. These programs and places unite North Carolinians, create a shared identity, and provide common ground. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team.

Description of Work

Do you enjoy NC State Parks and working in an administrative setting? NC State Parks and Recreation has an Infrastructure Administrative Assistant I position available.

The Infrastructure Section supports the Division of Parks and Recreation through statewide construction, facilities maintenance, project coordination, budget and procurement support, and related infrastructure services for state parks and recreation units.

Provide lead administrative support to the Chief of Infrastructure and the Infrastructure teams, including the Construction and Facilities Maintenance Sections. The position supports day-to-day operations, project and budget tracking, purchasing and invoice processing, records management, scheduling, customer service, and other long- and short-term Infrastructure Section needs.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 
• Create and maintain accurate Infrastructure project information in appropriate systems and reconcile internal reporting tools with external systems.
• Process and track Infrastructure invoices, budgets, travel, P-Card purchases, mileage logs, and related financial records.
• Enter, review, and approve E-Pro orders and support purchasing, requisitions, and other procurement activities.
• Lead document organization, records retention, and retrieval for Construction and Facilities Maintenance files.
• Serve as an initial point of contact for Infrastructure questions and coordinate information among park, district, operations, administrative, consultant, and contractor contacts.
• Maintain schedules, itineraries, meeting arrangements, agendas, minutes, correspondence, and other administrative support for the Chief of Infrastructure and Infrastructure staff.
• Provide disaster/emergency documentation support and assist with special projects, events, and other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.

Recruitment Range: $39,244.00 - $50,524.00

To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. 

Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following are preferred: 

• Demonstrated customer service experience, including responding to email/telephone inquiries and coordinating schedules.
• Demonstrated experience plan, prioritize, organize, and review administrative and office workflow and procedures.
• Demonstrated experience recording, compiling, summarizing, and analyzing data.
• Demonstrated work experience in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Position/Physical Requirements:

• Must be available to work the schedule of Monday - Friday 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. and occasional holidays, weekends, and evenings as required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.

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

An equivalent combination of education and experience.

The North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation exists to inspire all its citizens and visitors through conservation, recreation and education.
Conservation: To conserve and protect representative examples of North Carolina's natural beauty, ecological features, recreational and cultural resources within the state parks system;
Recreation: To provide and promote safe, healthy and enjoyable outdoor recreational opportunities throughout the state; and
Education: To provide educational opportunities that promote stewardship of the state's natural and
cultural heritage.
To explore NC State Parks visit: https://www.dncr.nc.gov/visit/state-parks

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The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), disability, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or political influence. 

We are an Employment First state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. DNCR supports pay equity for women, establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care, and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all members of our work community. 

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.
• Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. The hiring process may take several weeks.
• Be sure to complete the application in full. Applicants are unable to submit more than one application to an individual posting. Only one application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59:59 PM on the night prior to the closing date.

Degree/College Credit Verification 

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more. 

Veteran’s and National Guard Preference 

Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with the state application. 

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 member 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), DNCR is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DNCR will ensure that persons with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below. 

Employment Eligibility 

It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and DNCR that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System). 

CONTACT INFORMATION
N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources
Division of Parks and Recreation
121 West Jones Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
Phone: 919-707-9360

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:

Victoria Lykes

Email:

employment@dncr.nc.gov