Audiologist - Murdoch Dev Center

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division Murdoch Developmental Center Job Classification Title Audiologist (NS) Position Number 60050831 Grade MH17 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 primary purpose of this position is to direct, manage, and coordinate the audiological services program at Murdoch Center. Responsibilities include identifying, establishing, and attaining goals for the audiological program in relation to the medical and habilitative aspects of the Center. As part of the Speech and Hearing Department, this position provides audiological evaluations for all persons living at Murdoch and recommends and refers hearing impaired individuals for further evaluation of amplification needs. The audiologist maintains and services individuals’ hearing aids and implements auditory training programs for people with identified needs. The audiologist orders needed testing supplies and other needed supplies and maintains the audiological equipment. The Department of Speech and Hearing houses the audiologist and audiological equipment. Staff members accompany individuals (adults, children and youth) to the Speech and Hearing Department for evaluation. This Position Is Designated As Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Management Preferences Recruitment Range: $66,696.00 - $110,049.00 ***This is a repost. Previous applicants DO NOT NEED to reapply to be considered for position.*** 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: Considerable knowledge of current principles, theories and techniques used in evaluation and habilitating hearing, especially of children and adults with developmental disorders; of various types of audiological disorders Knowledge of audiologic disorders: causes and treatments Ability to collect and analyze data and determine appropriate diagnoses Knowledge of treatment team process Basic knowledge in fields of speech/language pathology, psychology, education, assistive technology, and behavioral analysis Familiarity with medical diagnoses and pharmacology and effect on hearing acuity and auditory processing Excellent oral and written communication skills Possession of a current and valid Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) issued by the American Speech and Hearing Association. Have/be eligible for a valid Audiology license from NC Board of Examiners for SLP and AUD. This Position Is Exempt And Is EXEMPT From Certain Provisions Of The State Human Resources Act (GS 126) Work Schedule: 8:00–4:30 with some variation. Anticipated vacancy as of 5/29/2026 This Position Is Designated As Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events. About Murdoch Developmental Center: Murdoch Developmental Center is a 24/7 state residential facility located in Butner, NC, near the Research Triangle area. Murdoch serves individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD). Murdoch is a caring community where professionals work with people of various ages, cognitive and functional abilities. Supplemental Contact Information: 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. Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy. Veteran’s 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 member 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. Applicants will be communicated via email only for updates on the status of their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at View phone number on click.appcast.io. 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. Licensed by the Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of North Carolina