Administrative Specialist I - (Temporary)

Agency

Office of State Human Resources

Division

Temporary Solutions

Job Classification Title

Administrative Specialist I (S)

Position Number

Grade

NC08

About Us

To provide a solid Human Resource management foundation, responsible oversight, and creative solutions through a collaborative approach with all stakeholders to maximize the potential of our greatest asset – OUR EMPLOYEES.

Description of Work

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

This is a temporary position, and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). For more information on Health Benefits offered, visit www.shpnc.org. 

Visit www.nctemporarysolutions.com for employment information. 
 

Note: Permanent and time-limited NC State Government employees must separate from their permanent or time-limited position to work in a temporary position.  All temporary employees are limited to one NC State Government temporary assignment at a time.  

 
Individuals hired into a temporary State job must be fully qualified for the job.  OSHR supports the Governor's Job Ready initiative and seeks to expand a temporary skill set to enhance their qualifications for State government and private sector jobs.  Exposure to an agency's culture, process, procedures, and potential learning opportunities can provide valuable experience to those who may seek permanent employment with the state. 
 
This temporary position is located in 3301 Terminal Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609- Wake County, with the Department of Health and Human Services.    

The NC Disability Determination Services (NCDDS) Division under the NC Department of Health & Human Services is responsible for making medical determinations on disability claims for the Social Security Administration and the state Medicaid office.

The division adjudicates over 140,000 initial disability applications, reconsiderations, reviews for continuing eligibility, and continuing disability review appeals annually under the Social Security and Supplemental Security Income program and disability applications for medical assistance.

 
Job Order Hourly Rate of Pay: $18.00 (Based on education and/or years of relevant work experience reflected on the application).  
 
Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed in the class specification.  The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed within this vacancy announcement will be used only as management preferences and will be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants.  

Management Preferences:  

• This position reports to the Business Officer I position and supports the Budget Unit

• Maintaining the electronic Vendor File for the agency, which involves establishing new vendors in the internal and statewide accounting system

• Updating existing vendor information to ensure system integrity and payments

• Resolving discrepancies in the vendor file

• Analyzing the status of vendors on a routine basis and deleting out-of-date vendors

• Processing electronic medical evidence of records (MER) vouchers for payments

• Researching vendors' information and returned checks from vendors

• Ability to identify and understand issues, problems, and opportunities.

• Considerable knowledge of policies and procedures related to a program or area of specialization.

• Skilled in providing excellent service to internal and external customers. Ability to grasp complex learning situations that involve several steps and require appropriate action within procedural and operational guidelines.

• Knowledge of NCFS and Microsoft suite (with a focus on Excel and Outlook)

• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

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:

Yolanda Maria Crudup

Recruiter Email:

[email protected]