Director - Licensure
- Req #: 2025-10190
- Facility: Salary and Information Systems
- Address: 111 Corning Road
- City, State: Cary, NC
- Posted Date: 4/7/2025
- Availability Date: 1/31/2025
Overview
POSITION TITLE (Oracle title)
DIRECTOR
WORKING TITLE
Director-Licensure
SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT
Human Resources
LOCATION
Crossroads III, Cary, NC
PAY GRADE
Director-Band 2
FLSA STATUS
Exempt
ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT
No
WORK WEEK SCHEDULE
Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends) Position is available for a Hybrid Telework workweek
POSITION PURPOSE:
Directs the day-to-day activities and services of the licensure team, including consistent communication with the Senior
Director of Salary Information Systems. Responsible ensuring the licensure process is being followed by the licensure team
who serve as a liaison between the NC Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) and Wake County Public School System
(WCPSS) professional employees to ensure certification requirements are met and to minimize salary audit exceptions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)
• Extensive knowledge of polices governing North Carolina Professional Educator's Licensure requirements;
• Extensive knowledge of public school's salary administration;
• Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point; Google Apps;
• Considerable knowledge of database systems with the ability to analyze and organize data within large, complex
databases;
• Effective time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines;
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication
techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;
• Ability to understand, interpret, and apply specific rules and regulations governing license and salary
administration;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, the public, and
external agencies.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE
• Master's degree in human resources, business, or education; AND
• Five years of experience related to teacher licensure and salary administration; AND
• Three years of demonstrated successful supervision experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of
the job.
CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
• Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license according to the State of North Carolina
requirements.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience in a school setting;
• Experience using Oracle based accounting systems;
• Experience using the NCDPI Online Licensing Program.
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POSITION DESCRIPTION
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Supervises and supports the licensure team and manages the licensure and renewal process of certified staff
at an assigned set of school/office sites to ensure they are licensed appropriately for the position in which they
are serving.
2. Assists current employees and the general public with questions on employment and licensure, etc.
3. Evaluates credentials of candidates for licensed positions to determine eligibility for employment. Reviews eligibility
for rehires, including maintenance of salary (master's pay or National Board for Professional Teachers Standards
(NBPTS) pay), and contract type eligibility for each new hire.
4. Facilitates and supports the components of the in-house Educator Preparation Program (CCTI Wake-Durham).
5. Facilitates processing required changes/updates to reduce or eliminate state salary audit exceptions.
6. Oversees the submission of the affidavits, ensuring they are sent electronically and in hard copy form (per the
NC DPI, as required).
7. Facilitates the resolutions of licensure and chart of accounts issues resulting in salary audit exceptions by
working directly with the Senior Director, Senior Administrators, educators, and Compensation Services.
8. Attends meetings and professional development, as needed, to stay abreast of current policies and
procedures relating to licensure and salary.
9. Attends and participates in recruitment events to assist candidates and school system staff with any licensure
questions.
10. Performs other related duties, as assigned.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses
standard office equipment such as computers, scanners, and copiers. The position, at times, must be able to come into direct
contact with school system staff and staff members of external funding agencies, and the community. Work is considered light
physical work, requiring the exertion of up to ten pounds of force. The work frequently requires driving automotive equipment.
EFFECTIVE DATE: 5/2025
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They
are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required by the
employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by HR and approved at any time.
POSITION TITLE (Oracle title)
DIRECTOR
WORKING TITLE
Director-Licensure
SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT
Human Resources
LOCATION
Crossroads III, Cary, NC
PAY GRADE
Director-Band 2
FLSA STATUS
Exempt
ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT
No
WORK WEEK SCHEDULE
Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends) Position is available for a Hybrid Telework workweek
POSITION PURPOSE:
Directs the day-to-day activities and services of the licensure team, including consistent communication with the Senior
Director of Salary Information Systems. Responsible ensuring the licensure process is being followed by the licensure team
who serve as a liaison between the NC Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) and Wake County Public School System
(WCPSS) professional employees to ensure certification requirements are met and to minimize salary audit exceptions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)
• Extensive knowledge of polices governing North Carolina Professional Educator's Licensure requirements;
• Extensive knowledge of public school's salary administration;
• Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point; Google Apps;
• Considerable knowledge of database systems with the ability to analyze and organize data within large, complex
databases;
• Effective time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines;
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication
techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;
• Ability to understand, interpret, and apply specific rules and regulations governing license and salary
administration;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, the public, and
external agencies.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE
• Master's degree in human resources, business, or education; AND
• Five years of experience related to teacher licensure and salary administration; AND
• Three years of demonstrated successful supervision experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of
the job.
CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
• Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license according to the State of North Carolina
requirements.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience in a school setting;
• Experience using Oracle based accounting systems;
• Experience using the NCDPI Online Licensing Program.
Page 2 of 2
POSITION DESCRIPTION
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Supervises and supports the licensure team and manages the licensure and renewal process of certified staff
at an assigned set of school/office sites to ensure they are licensed appropriately for the position in which they
are serving.
2. Assists current employees and the general public with questions on employment and licensure, etc.
3. Evaluates credentials of candidates for licensed positions to determine eligibility for employment. Reviews eligibility
for rehires, including maintenance of salary (master's pay or National Board for Professional Teachers Standards
(NBPTS) pay), and contract type eligibility for each new hire.
4. Facilitates and supports the components of the in-house Educator Preparation Program (CCTI Wake-Durham).
5. Facilitates processing required changes/updates to reduce or eliminate state salary audit exceptions.
6. Oversees the submission of the affidavits, ensuring they are sent electronically and in hard copy form (per the
NC DPI, as required).
7. Facilitates the resolutions of licensure and chart of accounts issues resulting in salary audit exceptions by
working directly with the Senior Director, Senior Administrators, educators, and Compensation Services.
8. Attends meetings and professional development, as needed, to stay abreast of current policies and
procedures relating to licensure and salary.
9. Attends and participates in recruitment events to assist candidates and school system staff with any licensure
questions.
10. Performs other related duties, as assigned.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses
standard office equipment such as computers, scanners, and copiers. The position, at times, must be able to come into direct
contact with school system staff and staff members of external funding agencies, and the community. Work is considered light
physical work, requiring the exertion of up to ten pounds of force. The work frequently requires driving automotive equipment.
EFFECTIVE DATE: 5/2025
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They
are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required by the
employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by HR and approved at any time.
