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Recruitment Range: $64,621 - $98,000 We are currently looking for a qualified candidate to fill an immediate opening in our architectural review team. This is an opportunity to use and develop your knowledge of codes to regulate licensed facilities throughout the State of North Carolina. The work that you do will help to ensure the safety and well-being of citizens in all of our 100 counties. DHSR Construction Section regulates the physical plant compliance of all licensed health care, residential care and jail facilities in North Carolina. Our Mission Statement is centered on making sure that all patients, residents and inmates are provided with a safe and suitable environment. Blending office time with travel time in the field, this position is for a motivated and energetic person who wants to be a part of a team that impacts positive changes for the citizens of North Carolina. Responsibilities
Perform plan reviews of licensed health care facilities, residential facilities, and jail facility construction and renovation projects for compliance with regulations that come under the Division's regulatory responsibilities including hospitals, nursing homes, mental health facilities, adult care homes, and local confinement facilities.
Provide regulatory consultation to owners and designers of regulated facilities.
Make on-site inspections throughout the state to determine that regulated facilities are constructed and functioning in accordance with established rules and standards. This position requires occasional travel within the State (2-3 days a month), including some overnight travel.
Develop knowledge and understanding of the licensure rules for each of the facility types licensed by the Division, NFPA codes/standards, and building codes.
Remain current on all changes to rules, codes, regulations, policies, guidelines, procedures, etc. related to the facilities.
Review and enforce licensure rules and codes as they relate to the construction documents and verify that the appropriate rules and codes are being met.
Develop knowledge and correct use of the Construction Sections work processes and procedures.
Communicate with owners, facility administration, design professionals, the public, etc. with questions, problems, etc. in person or by phone.
About NC Department of Health and Human Services
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) serves the needs of the most vulnerable of North Carolinians and to accomplish this, we hire only the most dedicated and caring individuals. Finding qualified clinical professionals to treat and care for our clients is a continual challenge as demand for services grows and the availability of providers struggles to keep pace. We are seeking a motivated individual who is up for this challenge and is dedicated to our mission of providing North Carolinians with the very best in clinical care. Compensation & Benefits
The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website for State Benefits Management Preferences
The following competencies must be documented in your job duties on your application and demonstrated in your employment history on your application. “See resume” is not acceptable. Knowledge of principles and practices of architecture.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Physical abilities to inspect buildings in their entirety.
Ability to read and understand building blueprints and specifications.
Bachelor's degree in architecture or an engineering discipline related to the area of assignment from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of related experience as a registered architect; or an equivalent combination of training and directly related experience. Necessary Special Qualifications - Valid license to practice architecture granted by the North Carolina Board of Architecture. The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, 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. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/. DHHS 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. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. · Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications. · Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard, who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22. · If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education. · Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered Positions of Trust will be subject to a criminal background check. Applications for positions requiring specific coursework must be accompanied by a copy of the applicant's transcript. Applicants with degrees not conferred at a United States college or university must attach verification that their degree is equivalent to a similar degree from a U.S. institution. The Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members. Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application. NOTE: Applicants will receive communication via email only for updates on the status of their application or any questions on their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dhhs.nc.gov. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application To check the status of an application, please log in to your NC Government Job Opportunities account and click Application Status. For technical issues with your application, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 877-204-4442. If you have a technical issue with your Government Jobs account, please call their Help Line at 1-855-524-5627.
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Recruitment Range: $64,621 - $98,000 We are currently looking for a qualified candidate to fill an immediate opening in our architectural review team. This is an opportunity to use and develop your knowledge of codes to regulate licensed facilities throughout the State of North Carolina. The work that you do will help to ensure the safety and well-being of citizens in all of our 100 counties. DHSR Construction Section regulates the physical plant compliance of all licensed health care, residential care and jail facilities in North Carolina. Our Mission Statement is centered on making sure that all patients, residents and inmates are provided with a safe and suitable environment. Blending office time with travel time in the field, this position is for a motivated and energetic person who wants to be a part of a team that impacts positive changes for the citizens of North Carolina. Responsibilities
Perform plan reviews of licensed health care facilities, residential facilities, and jail facility construction and renovation projects for compliance with regulations that come under the Division's regulatory responsibilities including hospitals, nursing homes, mental health facilities, adult care homes, and local confinement facilities.
Provide regulatory consultation to owners and designers of regulated facilities.
Make on-site inspections throughout the state to determine that regulated facilities are constructed and functioning in accordance with established rules and standards. This position requires occasional travel within the State (2-3 days a month), including some overnight travel.
Develop knowledge and understanding of the licensure rules for each of the facility types licensed by the Division, NFPA codes/standards, and building codes.
Remain current on all changes to rules, codes, regulations, policies, guidelines, procedures, etc. related to the facilities.
Review and enforce licensure rules and codes as they relate to the construction documents and verify that the appropriate rules and codes are being met.
Develop knowledge and correct use of the Construction Sections work processes and procedures.
Communicate with owners, facility administration, design professionals, the public, etc. with questions, problems, etc. in person or by phone.
About NC Department of Health and Human Services
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) serves the needs of the most vulnerable of North Carolinians and to accomplish this, we hire only the most dedicated and caring individuals. Finding qualified clinical professionals to treat and care for our clients is a continual challenge as demand for services grows and the availability of providers struggles to keep pace. We are seeking a motivated individual who is up for this challenge and is dedicated to our mission of providing North Carolinians with the very best in clinical care. Compensation & Benefits
The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website for State Benefits Management Preferences
The following competencies must be documented in your job duties on your application and demonstrated in your employment history on your application. “See resume” is not acceptable. Knowledge of principles and practices of architecture.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Physical abilities to inspect buildings in their entirety.
Ability to read and understand building blueprints and specifications.
Bachelor's degree in architecture or an engineering discipline related to the area of assignment from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of related experience as a registered architect; or an equivalent combination of training and directly related experience. Necessary Special Qualifications - Valid license to practice architecture granted by the North Carolina Board of Architecture. The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, 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. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/. DHHS 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. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. · Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications. · Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard, who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22. · If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education. · Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered Positions of Trust will be subject to a criminal background check. Applications for positions requiring specific coursework must be accompanied by a copy of the applicant's transcript. Applicants with degrees not conferred at a United States college or university must attach verification that their degree is equivalent to a similar degree from a U.S. institution. The Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members. Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application. NOTE: Applicants will receive communication via email only for updates on the status of their application or any questions on their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dhhs.nc.gov. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application To check the status of an application, please log in to your NC Government Job Opportunities account and click Application Status. For technical issues with your application, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 877-204-4442. If you have a technical issue with your Government Jobs account, please call their Help Line at 1-855-524-5627.
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