Housing Programs Specialist Lead - Closeout

North Carolina Office of Recovery & Resiliency is fully funded on grants and positions will be maintained as long as funding is available. The position is EHRA, which means it is exempt from the rules and regulations of the NC Office of Human Resources Act (GS126), except for Articles 6 and 7 of that Chapter, due to state statutory and/or funding requirements.
The position is full-time (40 hours per week) with State Benefits.
The NCORR Specialist Lead for grant closeout and recovery will be responsible for overseeing the Specialist(s) assigned to closing out and recovering federal grant funds. The primary objective of the Lead is to ensure Specialists complete specific tasks related to the processing of files, applications, and awards accurately and comprehensively. If selected, the candidate will be expected to complete grant recovery consultations with appropriate parties to ensure comprehension of program policies, procedures, eligibility requirements, and program benefits. The selected candidate will ensure staff production by establishing metrics and coordinating performance goals for specialists. They will also be responsible for recommending policy or process improvements based on challenges executing responsibilities. The Closeout Lead will approve all time and effort reports from Closeout Specialists. The selected candidate will ensure Closeout Specialists complete trainings when required and assess Specialists for additional training needed. This position requires a comprehensive knowledge of disaster recovery policies and procedures, as well as expertise in utilizing an application and online based system of record. The Lead will be required to communicate and collaborate with all NCORR departments, as well as external stake holders and funders.The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. We will not review resumes in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application. Click these links for additional information: Introduction to the Job Application and Addressing Knowledge, Skills and Abilities. (Note: These links were created for applicants of Dept. of Public Safety jobs and may not reflect the policies or procedures of other State agencies.)

To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following:

• Advanced knowledge of CDBG-DR and CDBG-MIT regulations.
• Thorough knowledge of accounting methods, procedures, and accounting practices.
• Experienced in understanding, interpreting, and applying federal and state laws and regulations.
• Skilled to use judgment and theory to a wide variety of situations that are not covered by regulations or precedent.
• Skilled to develop complex worksheets and reports.
• Experienced in presenting results of analysis to program administrators and negotiate changes and/or implementations.
• Skilled in verifying documents and forms for accuracy and completeness.
• Considerable operational and policy knowledge related to federal programs.
• Skilled in managing a staff of professional and support positions to achieve program goals.
• Skilled in program analysis and evaluation.
• Knowledgeable on how to select, train, and supervise employees engaged in specific program or operational area.
• Skilled in developing and maintaining effective working relationships with associates, other State officials and the general public.

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 oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.
Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of program experience related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (NC DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. NCDPS 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.

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Employment Type: Time-Limited Full-Time