Director, Office of Economic Opportunity

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The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence. Description of Work Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) funding supports North Carolina's Community Action Agencies to provide a wide range of services based on the needs of the communities they serve. Examples of CSBG focus areas for action include: - Decrease poverty in communities. - Address the needs of low-income individuals, including the homeless, migrants and the elderly, families and children in need. - Provide services and activities addressing employment, education, better use of available income, housing, nutrition, emergency services and/or health. The Director of the Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO) serves as North Carolina's principal state administrator for the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG), overseeing the strategic deployment of CSBG annual allocation to Community Action Agencies (CAAs) that collectively reach all 100 counties in the state. This is a mission-critical leadership role at the intersection of federal compliance, community impact, and systems-level change. The Director leads a dedicated team of 14 professional staff in positions focusing on program, fiscal, and contract areas. The Director serves as the primary liaison to the U.S. Office of Community Services (OCS), the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), and NC DHHS Office of the Secretary and other leadership. This individual is accountable for ensuring strong coordination with Community Action Agencies in assuring the flow of CSBG funding reaches families living in poverty with maximum efficiency, compliance, and measurable results. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Salary Grade Range: $70,478.00 - $123,336.00 Recruitment Range: $70,478.00 - $105,000.00 Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred: Depth of knowledge of the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) and associated federal requirements for use of funds, grant management, rules, policies and guidelines, monitoring and reporting requirements. Strong stakeholder engagement skills in working with local community action agencies and Community Action Association and with other external and internal stakeholders including NC DHHS and other cabinet agencies (e.g. Department of Commerce, Department of Environmental Quality, DSS and local DSS agencies and others) Strategic Planning and analytical skills associated with OEO mandates including leading the state plan development in alignment with CSBG requirements and NC DHHS priorities, annual reporting requirements, CAA technical assistance and reporting to the NC General Assembly. Demonstrate skilled and effective leadership in managing the OEO team, engaging with DHHS leadership, setting expectations while supporting positive culture and high expectations for the team. The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date This Position Is 100% Federally Funded This Role Is Eligible To Be Hybrid And Requires Onsite Reporting Located Within Raleigh, NC Internal Posting- STATE OF NC This Is An Internal Posting Open Only For Current North Carolina State Government Employees, And Eligible RIF Candidates From North Carolina State Government, or Current Temporary Employees. About the Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO) The Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO) is dedicated to empowering low-income individuals and families across North Carolina to achieve lasting self-sufficiency. Through strategic partnerships and targeted funding, OEO supports Community Action Agencies and Limited Purpose Agencies in delivering critical services that help residents secure employment, access housing, obtain food and healthcare, and care for their families. Rooted in a long-standing commitment to economic justice since its founding in 1966, OEO administers the federal Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Program and continues to lead efforts that reduce poverty and strengthen the social and economic well-being of communities statewide. Compensation and Benefits The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and suppleme

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Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division Secretary's Office Job Classification Title Human Services Program Manager II (NS) Position Number 60037992 Grade NC20

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