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Front Desk Administrative Assistant Jobs in Durham, NC at AutismCOE
Description of Work
*Only current State agency or university employees or former State agency or university employees eligible for RIF priority reemployment consideration as described by GS 126 are eligible for consideration for this position.*
This is a time-limited position with a duration of up to three years, with the possibility of extensions. It includes full state employee benefits. Program duration and related details will be discussed during the interview.
Join One of North Carolina’s Leading Recovery Initiatives by Supporting Hurricane Helene Recovery in Western North Carolina. The North Carolina Department of Commerce’s newly established Division of Community Revitalization (DCR) plays a central role in rebuilding homes and revitalizing the economy in communities affected by Hurricane Helene across Western North Carolina.
DCR is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Executive Assistant I to support our executive leadership team. This position provides advanced administrative and operational support critical to advancing the Division’s mission of restoring and strengthening impacted communities.
The executive assistant role requires professionalism, adaptability, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. It offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that promote long-term community recovery and resilience.
Key Responsibilities May Include:
Providing high-level administrative support, including scheduling, travel coordination, and confidential communications.
Serving as a liaison to internal teams, external partners, and public stakeholders.
Managing office operations such as budgeting, procurement, HR documentation, and logistics.
Interpreting and applying NC state government administrative policies and procedures.
Support project planning, event coordination, and preparation of reports and data for leadership.
DCR is dedicated to attracting and retaining top talent while supporting work-life balance through flexible hybrid/remote work options. Join us and be part of a mission-driven team making a real impact!
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
Demonstrated experience providing executive-level administrative support.
Demonstrated experience preparing, formatting, and editing formal documents, such as contracts, reports, and correspondence.
Demonstrated experienced in managing logistics for in-person and virtual meetings, including venue coordination, agenda development, material distribution, and technical setup.
Demonstrated experience of state government administrative procedures, including procurement, document retention, expense reimbursement, and motor fleet policies.
Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in business administration or a related discipline from an appropriately accredited institution; or
Associate’s degree in secretarial science, business administration, or a related discipline from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of progressively responsible administrative/office management experience; or
High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and four years of progressively responsible administrative/office management experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Supplemental and Contact Information
About the Department of Commerce:
The North Carolina Department of Commerce is the state’s lead agency for economic, community and workforce development. The department works with local, regional, national and international organizations to fulfill its mission to improve the economic well-being and quality of life for all North Carolinians. Commerce 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. Our Agency uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. All applicants must complete and submit a state application for employment using the NEOGOV Online Job Application System (OSHR – Work for NC) for the State of North Carolina.
About the Division of Community Revitalization:
The new Division of Community Revitalization (DCR) was established by Governor Josh Stein’s Executive Order No. 3, directing the division to oversee the rebuilding of homes destroyed or damaged by Hurricane Helene and to coordinate and lead efforts to revitalize the economy of western North Carolina.
**PLEASE NOTE** 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. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. 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. 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 in screening 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 and will be considered an incomplete application and will not be processed.
For additional information about applications and processes with the state of NC, please visit: How Do I Get the Job.
For consideration for this vacancy, all applicants must complete an on-line application using this link, https://www.governmentjobs.com/Applications/Index/northcarolina. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting close date will be evaluated for consideration.
Applications for positions requiring specific coursework must be accompanied by a copy of the applicant’s transcript. 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. 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.
***INCLUDE ALL RELEVANT EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE IN THE DESIGNATED EDUCATION AND WORK HISTORY SECTION ON THE FORMAL APPLICATION***
If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.
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.
Applicants requesting and receiving an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are eligible to submit paper applications via mail or by fax.
If applicants earned a foreign degree, foreign degrees require an official evaluation for U.S. equivalency, and must be submitted to Human Resources for verification. There are several organizations that perform this specialized service, feel free to use any service of your choosing. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options on their website that can provide credential verification: https://www.naces.org/members
Re-Entry for Formerly Incarcerated Individuals
Our Agency supports the Governor’s Executive Order 303 which seeks to re-employ individuals that were previously incarcerated. Formerly incarcerated individuals are invited to apply for any vacant Commerce position(s) in which they believe they are qualified.
By providing the requested information, you certify that you have given true, accurate and complete information on this attachment to the best of your knowledge. In the event confirmation is needed in connection with your work, you authorize educational institutions, associations, registration and licensing boards, and others to furnish whatever detail is available concerning your qualifications. You authorize investigation of all statements made in this application and understand that false information or documentation, or a failure to disclose relevant information may be grounds for rejection of your application, disciplinary action or dismissal if you are employed, and(or) criminal action. You further understand that dismissal upon employment shall be mandatory if fraudulent disclosures are given to meet position qualifications (Authority: GS 126-30, GS 14- 122.1).
For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855.524.5627.
Ruth Evans
North Carolina Department of Commerce
NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
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Title: Front Desk Administrative Assistant
Company: AutismCOE
Location: Durham, NC
