State of North Carolina

Accounting Technician I - Anson Correctional Institution

SALARY

$31,688.00 - $55,453.00 Annually

LOCATION

Anson County, NC

JOB TYPE

Permanent Full-Time

JOB NUMBER

24-05810

DEPARTMENT

Adult Correction

DIVISION

Secretary's Office

OPENING DATE

04/30/2024

CLOSING DATE

5/13/2024 5:00 PM Eastern

JOB CLASS TITLE

Accounting Technician I

POSITION NUMBER

60057428

SECTION

DAC / Institutions - Anson Correctional Institution

WORK LOCATION

Polkton, Anson County

SALARY GRADE

NC 05

Description of Work

This position has required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs). Please review them carefully. If you have the required KSAs for this position, enter a detailed description in the WORK EXPERIENCE section of your application. Remember to SAVE each job entry. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities will no longer be accepted in the Supplemental Questions section of the application.

**This is an anticipated vacancy. This position is expected to be available on 5/13/24.**

This position reports to the Administrative Specialist II and works in the Accounting Department at a multi custody correctional facility. This position is responsible for various accounting functions as associated to a correctional setting. These responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Completing various tasks in regards to Offender Trust Funds/Inmate Banking System (IBS) and Offender Work Release.

Processing inventory receipts.

Sorting, reconciling, balancing, and filing all supporting documentation necessary for audits.

Performing accounting activities to include, but not limited to, special fund accounts, canteen checks and review of monthly canteen reports, daily deposits and work with the ViaPath system for offender deposits, and computerized financial operations, such as the State of NC Financial System (NCSF) and the Cashless System (CON).

Possessing excellent mathematical and communication skills, the ability to work independently, and organizational skills necessary to meet constant deadlines while performing several tasks.

Comprehending and following prison policies and procedures.

Performing other duties as needed.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits with established working hours of Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm and may require working beyond normal work schedule to meet business need.

Note to Current State Employees:

The salary grade for this position is NC05 (Salary Range: $31,688 - $55,453). 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.

About the NC Department of Adult Correction (DAC):

DAC is the largest state agency with more than 26,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving the lives and property of its citizens through prevention, protection, and preparation. We have a mission that matters!

About Anson Correctional Institution:

Anson Correctional Institution houses female offenders in close and medium custody housing units and male offenders in a minimum custody unit. Anson CI offers a wide variety of educational, vocational, and training programs for men and women. Correction Enterprises operates the offender packaging operation at Anson, a partnership with Union Supply Direct through the Prison Industry Enhancement Program (PIE). Family and friends can order a package of goods from a pre-approved shopping list to send to an offender. Orders are packaged by offenders and shipped quarterly.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

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. Click these links for additional information: Introduction to the Job Application and Addressing Knowledge, Skills and Abilities. (Note: These links were created for applicants of Dept. of Adult Correction jobs and may not reflect the policies or procedures of other State agencies.)

To qualify for this position, applicants must document in the work experience section of the application that they possess ALL of the following:

Documented knowledge of general accounting practices.

Documented working knowledge using Microsoft Excel.

Documented knowledge of E-Procurement, NCFS or other accounting system.

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

Associate degree in Accounting from an appropriately accredited institution; OR High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma AND two (2) years of experience in accounting work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supplemental and Contact Information

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 DD-256 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 (Download PDF reader).

Per NC General Statute 143B-972.1 (Download PDF reader), applicants hired into a position certified as a criminal justice officer or justice officer are required to electronically submit fingerprints to the NC State Bureau of Investigation for a state and national criminal history record check and enrollment in the FBI’s Next Generation Identification System: Criminal Justice Record of Arrest and Prosecution Background Service (“RAP Back”). This is in addition to submitting fingerprints during the application process.

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 technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help-Line at 855-524-5627.

If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Celeste Robinson by phone at 919-582-6116 or by email at celeste.r.robinson@dac.nc.gov.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $31,688.00 - $55,453.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• 457(b)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Work Location: In person