Program Coordinator III

Agency

Dept of Administration

Division

Council for Women

Job Classification Title

Program Coordinator III (NS)

Position Number

60014502

Grade

NC12

About Us

The NC Department of Administration is the business manager for North Carolina state government. The department oversees Government Operations such as building construction, purchasing and contracting for goods and services, maintaining facilities, managing state vehicles, acquiring and disposing of real property, and operating auxiliary services such as courier mail delivery and the sale of state and federal surplus property. Additionally, the department manages many of the state's advocacy programs that provide assistance and services to diverse segments of the state's population that have been traditionally underserved.

Description of Work

The North Carolina Department of Administration (DOA) is seeking a Program Coordinator III, working title Youth Programming Coordinator, within the Division for Women & Youth. This position plans, implements, and manages the North Carolina State Government Internship Program, Lady Cardinal Mentorship Program, and State Youth Council programming, including youth conferences and the Mini-Grant Program. The coordinator manages annual program operations, develops partnerships with government agencies and educational institutions, and supports youth participants and host agencies. The position also coordinates recruitment, participant placement, learning activities, program budgets, and employment processes in collaboration with Temporary Solutions, Human Resources, and Fiscal.

This position reports directly to the Executive Director and supervises interns during the summer. It has no permanent staff direct reports. Statewide travel and occasional evening or weekend work are required for recruitment, conferences, and program activities.

Key Responsibilities:
• Plan and manage the State Government Internship Program and Lady Cardinal Mentorship Program, including project development, recruitment, selection and placement coordination, orientation, participant support, learning activities, and closeout.
• Coordinate State Youth Council programming, youth conferences, leadership and service activities, and the Mini-Grant Program; provide guidance and technical assistance to local youth councils and adult advisors.
• Build partnerships with government agencies, educational institutions, and community organizations; coordinate outreach and communications and prepare program materials for Internship Council and Youth Advisory Council consideration.
• Coordinate hiring, timekeeping, payroll questions, assignment changes, and separations with Temporary Solutions, Human Resources, Fiscal, and host agencies; track program budgets, agency funding commitments, invoices, and expenditures.
• Supervise summer interns and maintain program calendars, procedures, and records; evaluate program outcomes, recommend improvements, and keep Division leadership informed of emerging issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of youth programs and Division initiatives

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

This posting will close at 11:59pm the night before the end date.

 

MAX SALARY FOR THIS POSITION: $63,033

 

Recruitment Range: $47,703 - $63,033

 

NOTE: "See Resume" is not acceptable to show work history.

• Knowledge of youth development, experiential learning, and program planning and evaluation.
• Ability to independently manage statewide programs, application processes, and competing deadlines.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build partnerships and provide guidance to participants and advisors.
• Ability to coordinate youth conferences, educational activities, recruitment, and mini-grant administration.
• Ability to track program budgets, reconcile financial records, and coordinate employment processes with Temporary Solutions, Human Resources, and Fiscal.
• Ability to supervise interns, exercise sound judgment, maintain accurate records, and protect sensitive information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, online forms, shared document systems, and virtual meeting platforms.
• Ability to learn unfamiliar systems, seek guidance, adapt to changing needs, and recommend process improvements.
• Demonstrated professional integrity and accountability through clear and timely communication about progress and challenges and consistent follow-through on commitments.

MANAGEMENT PREFERENCES:

• Experience independently managing a program through its full annual cycle.
• Experience improving administrative processes or implementing new program procedures.
• Experience coordinating work across government agencies, educational institutions, or multiple administrative offices.
  

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.

Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two (2) years of experience related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Employment Incentives with NC State Government

 

We value our employees and offer a variety of competitive and family-friendly benefits including: 

• 12 annual paid holidays 

• Health Insurance and Supplemental Benefits including Dental and Vision. 

• NC State Retirement Plan 

Click more about employee perks and benefits at https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits. 
Contact NCDOA and follow us on social media at https://ncadmin.nc.gov/contact. 
 
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SUPPLEMENTAL AND CONTACT INFORMATION: 

 

** PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION ON-LINE USING THIS WEBSITE ** 

All applicants must complete and submit a state application for employment using the new Workday Online Job Application System for the State of North Carolina. To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. Attached or incorporated resumes (including Text Resumes on application form) WILL NOT be used for screening for qualifying credit. Please make sure you complete the application in full. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted. Other attachments (except a DD-214 copy) will also be accepted but not used in screening for qualifying credit. Applicants are required to scan and attach a copy of their DD-214 (Form 4) or discharge orders if they wish to obtain veterans preference.  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". It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application. If there are any questions about this posting, other than your application status, please contact the DOA Human Resources Office. 

 

CONTACT INFORMATION 

NC Department of Administration 
Human Resources Management Office 
Attn: Human Resources Specialist 
325 N Salisbury Street 
Raleigh, NC  27699-1322 
Phone: 984-236-0040 

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:

Crystal Gail Best

Recruiter Email:

[email protected]