Program Analyst II

State of North Carolina

16d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of the position is to serve as the second-in-command in the Division and to assist the Executive Director of the Commission with day-to-day operations including oversight and management of all programs, the development, review, and approval of grant proposals, grant reports, and general reports on program productivity, as well as oversight of financial management, and supervision of program management teams and their programs. Assist in the alignment of staff performance work plans with program goals. Further, the position is responsible for the effective oversight of temporary employees, interns, and volunteers. Approval of time and attendance, accountable for the development of the Commission’s Annual Reports, the quarterly newsletter, website coordination, and ensuring that information posted on the website is accurate and available to the public, state and local agencies, grantees, boards, and partners. This is a key leadership position requiring excellent written and oral communication skills. Other responsibilities include developing and conducting employee training, strategic planning, programming marketing, and community outreach to all state and federal tribes. This position will require a high degree of independent decision-making skills, in collaboration with the Executive Director of the Commission to accomplish the Division goals and objectives. This position also provides staff support to Commission Committees as needed. Other duties as assigned. This position is based in Raleigh with periodic travel required. The North Carolina Department of Administration is seeking applicants for a Raleigh based Program Analyst II (Working Title: Deputy Director) for the Commission of Indian Affairs Division (CIA) to assist and help lead the Division operations in meeting its legislative mandate as an Advocacy Agency. The primary purpose of the NC Commission of Indian Affairs is to advise the Governor, members of the legislature, and state agencies on the issues, needs and concerns of American Indians, Indian tribes, and Urban Indian Organizations. The Division guides the effective development and application of programs to promote social and economic development in American Indian communities. The Division establishes practices to promote recognition and the rights of Indigenous people to pursue cultural and religious traditions considered sacred and meaningful to American Indians in the state. The Division performs it duties with state appropriated, and federal grant funding to address Indian Education, Housing, Workforce Development, Human Trafficking, Domestic Violence and Sexual Abuse, Indian Child Welfare, State Recognition of Indian Tribes, and Economic Development.

Requirements

Comprehensive knowledge of principles and practices of public and business administration relevant to the assigned program area.
Strong understanding of personnel policies and procedures.
Foundational knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
Proven ability to collect, interpret, analyze, and evaluate data and information effectively.
Sound judgment and discretion in establishing, applying, and interpreting policies and procedures.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills with stakeholders at all organizational levels.
Proficiency in conveying information clearly and effectively to program stakeholders.
Ability to develop, implement, and assess administrative programs and procedures for effectiveness.
Capability to align staff performance plans with program objectives.
Demonstrated leadership in planning, assigning, and supervising the work of subordinate employees.
Ability to foster and maintain productive working relationships with agency personnel, officials, and the public.
Valid NC Driver's License. Out of State Applicants must have valid Driver's License and acquire NC Driver's License within 60 days of hire.
Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and five (5) years of progressive experience related to the area of assignment, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Nice To Haves

Proven experience collaborating with American Indian communities, educational institutions, and cultural organizations.
Consistently demonstrates professionalism and fosters effective working relationships with peers, Commission members, Department of Administration leadership, and other government officials.
Strong background in state and/or federal grant administration, project management, and compliance reporting.
Expertise in developing, reviewing, and approving grant proposals.
Skilled in preparing grant reports and evaluating program productivity.
Ability to align staff performance plans with organizational and program objectives.
Demonstrated supervisory experience and proficiency in budget planning and development.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient in creating and delivering presentations using Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to design and facilitate impactful training programs.
Provides staff support for Commission Committees as required.
Performs additional duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

Assist the Executive Director with day-to-day operations.
Oversight and management of all programs.
Development, review, and approval of grant proposals, grant reports, and general reports on program productivity.
Oversight of financial management.
Supervision of program management teams and their programs.
Assist in the alignment of staff performance work plans with program goals.
Effective oversight of temporary employees, interns, and volunteers.
Approval of time and attendance.
Accountable for the development of the Commission’s Annual Reports and the quarterly newsletter.
Website coordination, ensuring information is accurate and available.
Developing and conducting employee training.
Strategic planning, programming marketing, and community outreach to all state and federal tribes.
Provide staff support to Commission Committees as needed.
Other duties as assigned.