Accounting Clerk II

This is a REPOST.   Previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to reapply.

This opening is for two positions: 60074248 and 60074535.

The primary purpose of this position is to assist with the financial affairs of Community Supervision, to include but not limited to processing, recording and transacting accounting business for Community Supervision's administrative operations.  The main areas of responsibilities include general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, contracts administration, budget reports and financial statements, disposition of surplus property, fixed asset and equipment reports, research and disposition of vendor statements, and other duties as assigned.

This position is responsible for entering requisitions and usage orders via the NC e-procurement system and the NC Financial System (NCFS), specifically for the electronic and satellite-based monitoring program operations and the Emergency Response Team.  This position is also responsible for ordering large volumes of supplies and supporting other sections in Community Supervision to include but not limited to Administration, Interstate Compact, DART, and the Post Release Supervision office. This position provides fiscal support to field operations including maintaining statewide records of contracts and leases.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits. After 90 days of satisfactory employment, position may qualify for telework one day per week.

The Department of Adult Correction is responsible for the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced after conviction for violating North Carolina laws.  This department includes State Prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as the division of Community Supervision.  Other divisions include Administration, Compliance & Accreditation, Comprehensive Health Services, Internal Affairs & Intelligence Operations, Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission, and Rehabilitation & Reentry.

The mission of Community Supervision is to protect the safety of citizens in communities throughout the state by providing viable alternatives and meaningful supervision to offenders on probation, parole or post-release supervision.  The primary goal of Community Supervision is to reach an equal balance of control and treatment for offenders that will positively affect their behavior and lifestyle patterns. Probation /parole officers protect the public safety by helping offenders learn to live within the law. They supervise offenders' activities in the community and ensure their compliance with court orders and sanctions.

Note to Current State Employees:

The salary grade for this position is NC03.  State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position.  If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity.  Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY result.

The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position.

We will not review resumes in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application.

To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following:

• Working knowledge of office or work unit procedures, methods and practices

• Working knowledge of and ability to use correct grammar, vocabulary, and office terminology to compose and/or proofread correspondence, reports and other materials

• Working knowledge of accounting procedures, mathematics and their application in the work environment

• Ability to learn and independently apply laws and departmental rules and regulations covering programs and services

• Ability to review and process information to determine conclusions, actions or compliance with applicable laws, rules or regulations

• Ability to apply a variety of work-related formulas or mathematical calculations

• Ability to record, compile, summarize and perform basic analysis of data

• Ability to independently work with people with courtesy and tact in performing public contact duties that may be sensitive in nature

Management Prefers:

• A strong working knowledge of Excel

• Experience using the North Carolina Financial System (NCFS)

• Experience using the North Carolina E-Procurement system

• Familiarity with NC Procurement (purchasing) policy

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 https://oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details. 

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and one year of experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (DAC) 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.

DAC 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.

• If applying for a position certified through the NC Dept. of Justice - Criminal Justice Standards Division, click this link for specific certification requirements:  Correctional & Probation/Parole Officer Certification.

• The NC Dept. of Adult Correction must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape."  Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NC Dept. of Adult Correction: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions.

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.

For questions specific to this posting, please contact Human Resources Professional at 919-324-1132.

For technical issues with your application, please call the NEOGOV help line at 855-524-5627.