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Mecklenburg County Government

CRC Manager

Mecklenburg County Government, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245

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CRC Manager

- Department of Community Resources

Please apply by: 11/17/2025

“Follow Your Calling, Find Your Career”

Salary Range: $76,328.00 - $95,409.50. This is an exempt (salary) position. Please note pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.

At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

The Department of Community Resources (DCR) through its Community Resource Centers supports the core departments of Mecklenburg County Health and Human Services (HHS) in doing their business through an integrated service delivery model of subject‑matter experts from each core department and community partners who provide services to County residents in our HHS Community Resource Centers. In addition, DCR is responsible for administering Child Support Services, Economic Services, MeckSuccess, HOMES, and Workforce Development programs, as well as Integrated Health and Human Services Mail Services.

Position Summary Provide operational planning and support, staff direction, guidance, and development for the functions of a Health and Human Services Community Resource Center (CRC). This position is responsible for providing operational oversight for short and long‑term goal attainment, communication, and customer service delivery for applicable Health and Human Services (HHS) programs; and ensure effective and efficient CRC performance in the provision of all Customer Experience Specialist, Service Point, Cashier, Document Imaging, Food Pantry and Kids’ Corner services offered within the CRC.

The selected candidate will provide on‑site support to the Department Monday – Friday.

Essential Functions

Determine operational accountabilities and expectations, set priorities and planning in collaboration with the DCR Senior Executive Team, CRC Senior Executive Team, program management staff, and community partners to ensure holistic service delivery

Participate in development and ensure compliance with operating policies and procedures for functional areas, ensuring consistency with both federal and state regulations

Accountable for collection, analysis, coordination and reporting of data regarding customer satisfaction and successfully meeting operations and service delivery goals

Establish, maintain and/or collaborate on hiring, training and ongoing development standards for all positions and ensure adequate staffing levels for equitable workloads and customer service standards

Coordinate communication with HHS Departments, as well as with external organizations and community partners, regarding CRC operations and policies

Responsible for implementing, establishing, and controlling quality assurance processes, to include performance measures

Initiate and establish collaborative relationships with both HHS Department and community partner staff, providing input and feedback for integrated governance of agency services and partnerships

May be required to staff shelters in the event of a disaster

Mecklenburg County Community Resources: Department employee may be required to respond in cases of urgent and/or emergent events that require public health interventions. Employees may be trained for and assigned duties unrelated to their regular work; work outside normal business hours and workdays and/or in a different work location may be required. Emergency events include, but are not limited to, communicable disease outbreaks, severe weather situations (e.g. snow or ice storms, tornados, hurricanes), natural disasters (e.g. earthquakes), fire, or power outages, and acts of terrorism. This includes service on the emergency management team on a two‑year rotating cycle.

Minimum Qualifications Experience:

Minimum of six years of progressively responsible related experience; including one year of supervisory experience or completion of an approved supervisory training program.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Human Services or closely related field.

Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?: Yes

Licenses and Certifications

May require a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License

Requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Mecklenburg County Operator's Permit

Preferred Qualifications

Proven ability to prioritize and deliver excellent customer service

Program supervisory/management experience

Proven leadership ability to manage complex programs, budgets and teams

Excellent communication and facilitation skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to tailor messaging for diverse audiences

Experience leading projects

Previous experience with local government social services / public assistance programs

Knowledge required to refine and improve processes, as well as understanding of trends, best practices, goal setting, strategic planning, and measure development essential

Experience with providing integrated health and human services (HHS) service delivery

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of:

CRC Operations by Department (DSS, PH, CSE, CSS)

Management theory and practice, HR policy, relationship and conflict management, mediation and negotiation skills

Local, state, and federal laws and policies for various human service programs and other community supportive services

Dynamics and needs of diverse customer populations to include the elderly, persons with disabilities, veterans, adults, children, youth and families

Community resources available to provide a variety of health and human services to diverse customer populations

Principles and practices of case management and social service provision to diverse customer populations

Process improvement principles and change management

Skills in financial and budgetary practices

Skills

Interpret and implement local, state and federal regulations that govern Health and Human Services

Explain and advocate for the needs of children, families, the elderly, persons with disabilities and the impoverished

Demonstrated leadership skills

Excellent communication skills – both written and spoken

Providing presentations to a diverse workforce and customer base

Customer and employee relations skills

Actively attend to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of others

Effectively build relationships with customers and co‑workers

Provide guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas

Establish and maintain effective working and diplomatic relations with staff, the public, and representatives from governmental, industry, media and other agencies representing diverse cultures and backgrounds

Exercise appropriate judgment in answering questions and releasing information; analyze and project consequences of decisions and/or recommendations

Abilities

Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures

Building a Successful Team: Using appropriate methods and a flexible interpersonal style to help build a cohesive team; facilitating the completion of team goals

Building Partnership: Identifying opportunities and taking action to build strategic relationships between one’s area and other areas, teams, departments, units, or organizations to help achieve business goals

Building Strategic Relationships: Developing and using collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals

Building Trust: Interacting with others in a way that instills confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization

Business Acumen: Using economic, financial, market, and industry data to understand and improve business results; using one’s understanding of major business functions, industry trends, and own organization’s position to contribute to effective business strategies and tactics

Collaboration: Working effectively and cooperatively with others; establishing and maintaining good working relationships

Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided

Decision Making: Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences

Job / Organizational Fit: The extent to which activities and responsibilities available in the job are consistent with the activities and responsibilities that result in personal satisfaction; the degree to which the work itself is personally satisfying; the extent to which an organization’s mode of operation and values are consistent with the type of environment that provides personal satisfaction

Delegating Responsibility: Allocating decision‑making authority and/or task responsibility to appropriate others to maximize the organization’s and individuals’ effectiveness

Impact: Creating a good first impression; commanding attention and respect; showing an air of confidence

Formal Presentations: Presenting ideas effectively to individuals or groups; delivering presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience

Managing Conflict: Dealing effectively with others in an antagonistic situation; using appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to reduce tension or conflict between two or more people

Computer Skills Advanced proficiency in various computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite.

Work Environment Works in an office setting with moderate noise

Disclaimer Statement This is not intended to be an all‑inclusive list of job‑related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.

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