Regulatory and Licensing Policy Consultant
Salary$53k – $93k
LocationWake County, NC
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
DepartmentSocial Services
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 8, 2026 · 4d ago
Verified live18h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Experience developing or revising policy, procedures, or written guidance in a human service or regulatory setting
Experience interpreting and applying federal and state laws, Administrative Code, and child welfare program standards
Experience in child welfare, including foster home licensing, private agency licensing, interstate services, or permanency planning
Agency
Dept of Health and Human Services
Division
Social Services
Job Classification Title
About the role
Human Services Program Consultant II (NS)
Position Number
60041989
Grade
NC15
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
NCDHHS Division of Social Services is seeking a Policy Consultant to support Foster Home Licensing, Private Agency Licensing, and Interstate Services within the Regulatory and Licensing section. This position provides statewide expertise in policy interpretation, regulatory alignment, and guidance to public and private agencies.
Key Responsibilities:
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Develop and revise policy in the areas of Foster Home Licensing, Private Agency Licensing, and Interstate Services to ensure accuracy and compliance with federal and state requirements.
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Interpret and apply federal law, state statutes, Administrative Code, and program standards for public and private agencies.
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Provide clear guidance, consultation, and technical assistance on licensing policy, requirements, and practice expectations.
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Contribute to statewide initiatives that require policy alignment, regulatory updates, or licensing practice changes.
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Identify trends, gaps, and implementation challenges to inform continuous quality improvement and future policy updates.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Salary Range: $53,164 - $93,038
Recruitment Range: $53,164 - $73,101
Requirements
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.
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Experience developing or revising policy, procedures, or written guidance in a human service or regulatory setting.
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Experience interpreting and applying federal and state laws, Administrative Code, and child welfare program standards.
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Experience in child welfare, including foster home licensing, private agency licensing, interstate services, or permanency planning.
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