Level III Representative

Agency

Division

Job Classification Title

Business Services Coordinator II (S)

Position Number

Grade

NC09

About Us

North Carolina State Government is one of the state's largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services.

Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website.

Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today!

Description of Work

Provide Automated Collection and Tracking System (ACTS) Help Desk first level production support to end‑users for approximately 1,600 child support workers using ACTS and child support websites

• Open support tickets to document and track progress of production issues
• Research customer reported system issues and escalate system bugs or complex issues to the ACTS Functional team
• Troubleshoot user login, password, and account access issues
• Assist users with navigation of ACTS screens, workflows and basic system functions
• Resolve common user errors, screen issues, or data entry problems

Role must also:

• Provide accurate information to callers about their case(s)
• Provide basic participant website registration assistance
• Generate ACTS documents for callers upon request
• Explain notices, application process and fees for child support services
• Explain service timelines, wage withholding information, arrears balances and payment distribution information
• Provide appointment/hearing dates and times
• Explain all areas of child support and make appropriate referrals
• Research tax payments
• Research missing payments
• Support Care Line referrals
• Explain CSS policies and how they apply to individual cases involving clients, non custodial parents, and employers
• Research and verify employment information through external agencies and companies to confirm employment history
• Regularly review manuals and policy updates to ensure personal practices remain accurate and up to date
• Determine the appropriate referral or next steps based on the caller's needs
• Handle escalated and complex customer inquiries from calls transferred from Level I and Level II reps
• Update ACTS with address changes, email, phone number, detailed employment verification results and other relevant information
• Data entry

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: 41,206 - $72,113

Recruitment Range: $41,206 - $46,000

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

The Knowledge Skills and Abilities/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred.

• Experience working in a call center setting addressing callers' needs
• Data entry experience
• Demonstrated ability to listen effectively, respond appropriately, and communicate information clearly both verbally and in writing
• Proficient in using office equipment and relevant software and systems to meet business needs
• Consistently complete tasks and processes accurately, thoroughly, and with attention to detail
• Knowledgeable about CSS program procedures, methods, and practices, and skilled in applying them to specific situations

This position is funded in part through federal funds.

This position will close at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date.

About the Division of Social Services (DSS):

The Division of Social Services (DSS) provides direct services that address issues of poverty, family violence and exploitation. We aim to prevent abuse, neglect and exploitation of vulnerable citizens, and promote self-reliance and self-sufficiency for individuals and families.

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. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

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Supplemental and Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that 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.

In accordance with the Governor's Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

Application Process

Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

• Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
• 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.
• 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. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.
• Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/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.

Degree/College Credit Verification

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.

Veterans' and National Guard Preference

• 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 an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
• Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

If there are any questions about this posting, please contact Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dhhs.nc.gov. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

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 of General Educational Development (GED) diploma and five years of related administrative experience; or an 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:

Cheryl Adams Eatmon

Recruiter Email:

CHERYL.EATMON@DHHS.NC.GOV