What are the responsibilities and job description for the Architect position at State of North Carolina?
We will be recruiting for three (3) positions with this job posting: 60089709, 65006878, 65006873 Your application will be considered for all positions.
We are located on the beautiful Dorothea Dix Park just outside of downtown Raleigh. Hybrid or telework schedules will be considered for candidates residing outside of the Triangle area. Employees enjoy the benefit of a good work-life balance working a 40-hour work week.
Are you an architect looking for a unique opportunity that is a departure from traditional firm life? Are you looking to do meaningful work in a collegial office environment that recognizes the importance of work/life balance? If so, DHSR Construction Section is looking for you.
We are currently looking for qualified candidates to fill immediate openings in our architectural review team. This is an opportunity to use and develop your knowledge of codes to regulate licensed facilities through out 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.
Primary responsibilities include:
*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 the NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS):
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.About the Division of Health Service Regulation and the Construction Section:
The Division of Health Service Regulation (DHSR) provides for the health, safety and well-being of individuals through effective regulatory and remedial activities including appropriate consultation and training opportunities and by improving access to health care delivery systems through the rational allocation of needed facilities and services.
The Construction Section reviews plans and specifications, makes on-site inspections and provides consultation to ensure a safe and proper environment for patients, residents and inmates.
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, as well as 12 annual paid holidays. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit State Benefits for more information.
To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified applicants must document on the application that they possess all of the following:
- Knowledge of principles and practices of architecture.
- Ability to read and understand building blueprints and specifications.
- Must possess and maintain an active and unrestricted driver’s license and have the ability to drive for statewide travel as assigned
- Work in this position requires the ability to:
- Inspect buildings in their entirety
- Standing, walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, visual acuity, and exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently.
Necessary Special Qualifications - Valid license to practice architecture granted by the North Carolina Board of Architecture.
Bachelor's degree in architecture or an engineering discipline related to the area of assignment from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of experience as a registered architect;
Or
An equivalent combination of training and directly related experience.
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 HR at 919-855-4930.
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Salary : $64,621 - $113,088
