Administrative Specialist I - Alexander County Maintenance

Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Job Classification Title

Administrative Specialist I (S)

Position Number

60022426

Grade

NC08

About Us

It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.

Description of Work

Please note that all positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date. You must apply by 11:59 PM prior to the posted closing 03/07/2026.

Internal Posting – Only temporary or permanent North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) employees in a temporary full-time, temporary part-time, permanent full-time, permanent part-time, probationary, trainee, or time-limited position or a layoff candidate with the NC Department of Transportation eligible for RIF priority reemployment consideration as described by General Statute (GS) 126 (State Personnel Act) may apply.

Anticipated Vacancy

Position serves as an Administrative Specialist I in the Alexander County Maintenance Unit. This is a support role with a significant concentration in records and reports, file management and public contact duties include completing and receiving administrative documents, answering phone, responding to the public, prepare and process reports, forms, documents, correspondence, filing and maintaining file system, handling/distribute incoming and outgoing mail, and act as a liaison with other state offices. Process fiscal documents such as invoices for payment, requisitions, Purchase Order Contracts.

Ability to operate office equipment such as computer, telephone, copier, fax, etc. Ability to learn and apply data into in-house computer programs such as SAP and the Beacon system. Administer payroll/time entry in SAP/BSIP system. This position will create requisitions and be responsible for monthly inventory audits and year-end inventory audits. Ability to communicate effectively both written and oral with the public and personnel. Ability to express ideas and information both orally and written. Ability to organize and maintain office files. Ability to check and correct correspondence when needed. Must have computer skills in MS Word, Excel & E-mail. Employee in this position will be expected to operate a motor vehicle

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range:  NC08 / $39,244.00 - $68,679.00

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Customer service experience, including resolving customer issues
• Experience with Microsoft Office using programs such as Access, Word, and Excel
• Experience completing and/or maintaining records and reports
• Experience interpreting and/or explaining policies, procedures, and laws
• Experience with letter writing, using correct spelling, punctuation and proofreading

Minimum Education and Experience

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 Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of related administrative experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Gina Michelle Bradshaw

Email:

[email protected]