Salary: $39,671.00 - $69,426.00 Annually Location : Wake County, NC Job Type: Permanent Full-Time Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid Job Number: 25-06337 OS60077177 Department: Dept of Commerce Division: Office of the Secretary Opening Date: 09/05/2025 Closing Date: 9/12/2025 5:00 PM Eastern Job Class Title: Administrative Specialist II Position Number: 60077177 Section: Office of the Secretary Salary Grade: NC09 Description of Work Start your journey towards success and unleash your potential to make an impact! The Department of Commerce, Office of the Secretary is currently accepting applications for a Scheduler, to work in its Downtown Raleigh office.This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits, including health insurance, as well as retirement. Internal Posting- Only Current North Carolina State Agency or University Employees, Current Temporary 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. Salary Grade: NC09**Recruitment Range $39,671 - $44,821** About the Position This position's primary role is the Scheduler for the Office of this Secretary. The role also performs a variety of administrative support with duties including:
- Assisting in administering the day-to-day affairs of the department by providing administrative support to the Office of the Secretary
- Serving as an administrative liaison between the administrative staff with the divisions within the Department
- Producing reports, tracking data, and attending committee meetings
While reporting to the Executive Coordinator, the person in this role will work with other Administrative Support staff. The work is performed in a confidential setting dealing with confidential administrative and legislative information; and may interact with legislators, senior staff members and other stakeholders. The person holding the position drafts reports and materials requiring some research and interpretation, receives, screens and reviews correspondence to determine appropriate next steps; establishes and maintains administrative procedures to include work on the Office's intranet and internet sites; coordinate and schedules meetings, conferences, travel and hearings; attends committee meetings; communicates directly with to responds to questions, requests or obtain in formation and performs related administrative duties associated with the position. Must have the flexibility to occasionally work evenings and weekends and occasionally make overnight trips. Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid NC driver's license within 90 days of employment. About the Secretary's Office The Office of the Secretary provides strategic direction to the Department of Commerce and leads the organization in the mission to improve the economic well-being and quality of life for all North Carolinians. Incentives of NC State Employment We value our employees and offer a wide variety of competitive and family-friendly benefits. Benefits to include:
- 12 Annual Paid Holidays and monthly accrual of vacation and sick leave
- North Carolina State Health Plan administered by Aetna
- Supplemental Benefits including Flexible Spending Accounts, Accident Insurance, Cancer & Specified Disease, Critical Illness, Dental, and Vision
- NC State Retirement (TSERS), 401(k), and 457 savings plans
- WeSave Employee Discounts
- Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Learn more about new hire resources, safety, health, and wellness information, leave options, employee discounts and more by selecting the benefits link. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Please make sure you complete the application in full. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include all work experience, the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the graduation date, and certificates/licenses. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered in screening for qualifying credit. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. We will not review resumes in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application (additional statement below under Supplemental and Contact Information). Applicants who possess the following qualifications may receive management preference:
- Demonstrated experience with office administrative procedures and practices, and office coordination including the use of judgement and discretion.
- Demonstrated experience analyzing and interpreting procedural guidelines to provide a resolution or responding to inquiries.
- Experience establishing and maintaining professional effective working relationships with associates, officials, and the public.
- Experience communicating effectively orally and in writing.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements 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 OSHR Guide for details. High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and four years of related administrative experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 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. Supplemental and Contact Information 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. Commerce does not provide employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout employment. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process and throughout employment. Applicants requesting and receiving an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are eligible to submit paper applications via mail or by fax by the vacancy closing date. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 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. Our Agency uses the OSHR Recruiting and Posting of Vacancies Policy 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 Work for NC Online Job Application System for the State of North Carolina. **PLEASE NOTE** It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Please make sure you complete the application in full. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include all work experience, the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the graduation date, and certificates/licenses. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered in screening for qualifying credit. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. ***INCLUDE ALL RELEVANT EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE IN THE DESIGNATED EDUCATION AND WORK HISTORY SECTION ON THE FORMAL APPLICATION*** Attached or incorporated resumes (including Text resumes on the application form) WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completing this application and WILL NOT be used for screening for qualifying credit. See Resume or See Attachment within the fillable application sections WILL NOT be accepted and will be considered an incomplete application and will not be processed. 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 application form. 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 online application using this link. 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. 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-###-####. 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. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification. The processing of applications will take an average of 5 business days due to the high volume of applications received. It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application or possible interview. Ruth Evans Lead HR Generalist and Recruitment Consultant North Carolina Department of Commerce Fax Number: (919) ###-#### 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. 01 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).
- I attest to the above statement in accordance with GS 126-30, GS 14-122.1.
02 The answers to the supplemental questions associated with this vacancy are verified against the education and work experience documented in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application. Qualifying credit will be given for completed education and work experience that is documented in the respective sections. Please affirm by checking the following selection. I acknowledge that per the above statement, I will be given consideration for qualifying credit for all education or work experience included in the Education and Work Experience section of the application.
- I acknowledge that per the above statement, consideration for qualifying credit will only be given for education or work experience included in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application.
03 The recruitment for this position is $39,671.00 - $44,812.00? If offered this position, are you willing to accept a salary within the posted recruitment?
04 How many years of work experience do you possess with office administrative procedures and practices, including the use of judgement and discretion?
- None
- Less than 1 year
- At least 1 year but less than 2 years
- At least 2 years but less than 3 years
- At least 3 years but less than 4 years
- At least 4 years or more
05 Describe your experience working with confidential information. 06 Do you have experience analyzing and interpreting procedural guidelines to provide a resolution or to respond to inquiries?
Required Question
