Administrative Specialist I

Description of WorkThis position is located at Cabarrus Development Center in Concord, N. C.This position is for Cabarrus Youth Development Center; a secure facility with an overall mission to provide committed youth with a safe, secure environment that fosters healthy decision-making and personal responsibility.This position to serve as a Data Control Clerk, Records Clerk, Statistical Assistant that have a significant concentration in areas of Records and Reports, files and perform a variety of office and/or technical tasks to accomplish the specialized processing of information, documents, or materials. Employees may work with one process or several related processes.Duties Include: enters requisition and receives goods and services through the E-Procurement system, providing information and problem solving; files maintenance and management; composition, calculation, determination of an action or compliance; and office equipment operation. Work may require the use of a variety of manual or automated office systems. Work requires a significant knowledge of office procedures and practices, as well as office programs and services to initiate, monitor, review and maintain a variety of documents to determine or obtain compliance and acceptability of actions according to established policies and procedures to respond to inquiries and gather needed information.Note to Current State Employees:The salary grade for this position is NC08. State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY result.Clickherefor State Benefits.About Juvenile Justice:The Juvenile Justice Section 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. Click here to learn more about the North Carolina Department of Public Safety''s Juvenile Justice Overview. If you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of North Carolina''s youth, we would welcome you to be part of the team.About the North Carolina Department of Public Safety (NC DPS):NC DPS is the largest state agency with more than 26,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving the lives and property of its citizens through prevention, protection and preparation. We have a mission that matters!Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / CompetenciesThe 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 attachments in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application. Click on thisLINKfor additional information.The following are Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSA''s) for an Administrative Associate I:* Demonstrate of officework unit procedures, methods and practices.* Demonstrate knowledge of accounting procedures, mathematics and their application in the work environment.* Review and process information to determine conclusions, actions or compliance with applicable laws, rules or regulations.* Ability to apply a variety of work-related formulas or mathematical calculations. Considerable ability to record, compile, summarize and analyze data and numerical materials.* Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.* Exercise judgment and discretion in problem-solving.* independently respond to inquiries and coordinate a variety of resources in acquiring information.* The position requires accurate analysis and clear judgment to perform assigned tasks quickly with a high level of skill.Management Preference* E-procurement experienceMinimum Education and Experience RequirementsHigh school diploma OR General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of related administrative experience.ORequivalent combination of education and experience.Supplemental and Contact InformationThe North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employerwho embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federallaws, 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.DPS 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.* Applicants seeking Veteran''s Preference must attach aDD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.* The NC Department of Public Safety must adhere to the US Department of Justice Final Rule on the ''National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape.'' Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NC Department of Public Safety: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions.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 and click ''Application Status.'' If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.* Online applications are only accepted through To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the State of North Carolina application. Any information omitted cannot be considered for qualifying credit.Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the state application. Embedded or Attached resumes ARE NOT accepted as a substitution for completed application.* Applicants seeking Veteran''s Preference must attach a DD form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with your application.* During the online application process if additional documentation is required, attach the documentation at the bottom of Step 4 in the application process.* Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.* If applying for a position certified through the North Carolina Department of Justice-Criminal Justice Standards Division, refer to for specific certification requirements.Contact Information: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 into your account and click ''Application Status.''For technical issues with your application, please call the Applicant Support Help Line at 855.524.5627.If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact 919.324.6295

Created: 2025-09-06