About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

The Assistive Technologist is responsible for providing technical support and consultation related to assistive technology for individuals with disabilities, professionals, and community partners. This position plays a key role in helping consumers, families, schools, employers, and agencies identify and access technology solutions that promote independence, accessibility, and inclusion. This role includes demonstrating devices, managing device loans, delivering training, conducting assessments, facilitating train-the-trainer sessions, and offering technical assistance and consultative services. Services may be offered on both a complimentary and fee-based basis. The position also involves overseeing the equipment loan program. This position is based in Sanford NC and provides direct service delivery across Sanford (Lee County) and surrounding counties. The Assistive Technologist collaborates closely with North Carolina Assistive Technology Program (NCATP) staff statewide, as well as Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities (EIPD) counselors, to provide comprehensive assistive technology services across multiple Central NC counties.

Duties include (not limited to):

• Device Demonstrations
• Assistive Technology Assessments
• Assistive Technology Technical Assistance
• AT Center Management
• Trainings
• Outreach/Marketing
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade Range $41,206 - $72,113
Recruitment Range $41,206 - $55,792

Position is eligible for a hybrid-teleworking schedule to include weekly onsite work hours

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 (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Broad knowledge of assistive technology, including devices, services, resources that support individuals with disabilities and/or medical limitations.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including individuals, programs, and agencies, communicating effectively orally and in writing with people with disabilities, families, staff, and other professionals.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems, develop and implement effective planning strategies, and provide technical assistance across a variety of settings.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to different environments while maintaining a high level of professionalism and service quality.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to operate a computer and computer software, as well as create spreadsheets and power point presentations. Ability to enter data into developed data collection system. Lifting up to 40 lbs occasionally. Routine travel across the central portion of the state and occasionally across the state as needed.

Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. the night before the closing date

Position is 100% federally funded

About Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities (EIPD):

The DHHS Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities (EIPD) promotes employment and independence for people with disabilities through customer partnership and community leadership. EIPD helps people with disabilities achieve their goals for competitive employment and more independent living in communities statewide. To learn more about EIPD: https://youtu.be/4QUy2w9B6AU.

Compensation and 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. Visit website for benefits.

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.