Security and Risk Management Administrative Assistant

Agency Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources Division Zoological Park Job Classification Title Administrative Specialist I (S) Position Number  Grade NC08

About Us The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) enriches people’s lives through education and stewardship of North Carolina’s natural and cultural resources. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including historic sites, museums, state parks, trails, aquariums, the North Carolina Zoo, the Library of North Carolina, the State Archives, the North Carolina Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the North Carolina Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program.

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Join the North Carolina Zoo during an exciting period of growth as we prepare for the opening of Asia! The North Carolina Zoo is seeking to hire an Administrative Assistant to support our Security, Risk Management and Safety team. The Security and Risk Management Administrative Assistant provides administrative and operational support to the Zoo’s Security and Risk Management Director. The role focuses on maintaining accurate records, coordinating safety and security documentation, supporting incident reporting, and assisting with compliance, risk assessments, and emergency preparedness activities to ensure a safe environment for visitors, staff, volunteers, and animals.

• Provide comprehensive administrative support for the Security and Risk Management department, including maintaining organized records, preparing reports and correspondence, and supporting meetings and training coordination.
• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, coordinate training sessions, and maintain documentation related to incidents, investigations, and safety processes.
• Assist with logging, tracking, and filing security incidents, accidents, near-miss reports, and related risk management documentation.
• Support risk assessments, audits, and compliance efforts by compiling data, monitoring adherence to safety policies, and maintaining regulatory and accreditation documentation.
• Maintain security and risk management databases, generate routine reports, track incident trends, and assist with basic data analysis.
• Serve as a point of contact between security staff, internal departments, contractors, visitors, and external stakeholders, assisting with communication of safety notices and policy updates.
• Assist with planning and coordinating drills, safety training, and induction programs while maintaining training attendance records and certifications.

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Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above. Recruitment Range: $39,244 - $48,000 To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.

Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are not required.

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