Entry-Level Positions Data Bank
For this resource, Ed2NC is defining entry-level positions as jobs with education and experience requirements ranging from High School degree/GED with no experience required to jobs requiring a bachelor’s degree and two years of relevant experience or equivalent. e.g., a Masters degree in a related field could be equivalent to two years of relevant work experience.
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Associates, High School
Visual/Graphic Design, Commercial Art
High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of experience in visual/graphic design, commercial art, or related to the area of assignmen or Associate's degree in visual/graphic design, commercial art or related area of assignment from an appropriately accredited institution
General knowledge of standardized and commonly accepted design procedures and techniques - General knowledge of standard and routine design and visual art principles and elements - Ability to understand client/customer needs and work within set guidelines and parameters - Ability to advise clients/customers on visual design options and outlets for basic and routine situations - Ability to work as a team player with higher-level Graphic Designer on delivery of ideas and products - Ability to create visual design as it relates to assignment
Dept of Health and Human Services, Dept of Public Instruction, Dept of Public Safety, Dept of State Treasurer
Bachelors, Associates
Visual/Graphic Design, Commercial Art
High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and four years of experience in visual/graphic design, commercial art, or field related to the area of assignment or Associates or Bachelor's degree in visual/graphic design, commercial art or related area of assignment from an appropriately accredited institution
Thorough knowledge of design and visual design concepts and practices pertinent to the area of responsibility - Thorough knowledge of incorporating various hardware and software packages, as well as traditional design methods - Thorough knowledge of organizational principles of design and visual art elements - Thorough knowledge of troubleshooting techniques as they relate to software, hardware, and equipment problems and ability to determine the best approach to resolve the problem - Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently - Ability to develop and maintain solid relationships with clients and customers by listening, understanding, and responding to client/customer needs - Ability to consult and offer support to clients/customers as it relates to the area of responsibility - Ability to advise clients/customers on a range of options for the visualization and communication of information - Ability to assess client/customer needs and determine appropriate outlet, method, audience, and scope - Ability to provide knowledgeable guidance in combining budgetary parameters with design requirements - Ability to promote subject matter in a wide variety of visual media - Ability to conceptualize and create visual design as it relates to the area of responsibility from creation (the idea stage) through delivery (final product) - Ability to m
Dept of Administration, Dept of Commerce, Dept of Health and Human Services, Dept of Public Instruction, Dept of Public Safety
High School
High School
Education and/or experience in grounds work that is directly related to the job and consistent with accepted practices of the trade and equivalent to two years of experience in planting, cultivation, and care of shrubs, trees, plants and grasses.
- Working knowledge of grounds keeping and horticultural practices. - Working knowledge of the cultivation, pruning, spraying, and trimming requirements of shrubs and trees. - Ability to make minor repairs to lawnmowers, hose, rakes, pruners, and sprayers. - Ability to supervise the work of other employees. - Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Dept of Commerce, Dept of Health and Human Services
Associates, High School
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Greenhouse and Grounds Maintenance, Horticulture Technology, Landscape Gardening
High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of progressive experience in horticultural work or Associate's degree in Agriculture and Natural Resources, greenhouse and grounds maintenance, horticulture technology, landscape gardening or closely related field from an appropriately accredited institution
- Considerable knowledge of plant maintenance procedures used in landscape installation and grounds maintenance. - Ability to observe plants and identify plants and plant problems. - Ability to assess condition and health of plants. - Ability to lift heavy materials and to perform manual tasks. - Ability to operate heavy equipment. - Ability to organize a work schedule, determine priorities, manage a crew, and maintain effective work relationships. - Ability to follow oral and written instructions, and to maintain required records.
Dept of Administration, Dept of Agriculture & Consumer Services, Dept of Health and Human Services, Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources, Dept of Public Safety
High School
High School
High school or General Educational Development diploma; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Basic knowledge of a variety of psychiatric, intellectual disabilities, medical and/or other related conditions. - Basic knowledge of teaching strategies and positive behavior support for people with severe cognitive deficits. - Basic knowledge of nurse aide skills. - General knowledge of dietetics, sanitation and personal hygiene. - General knowledge of nursing methods and techniques in caring for medical, surgical and mentally ill patients. - Ability to follow the treatment plans and/or clinical orders. - Ability to provide personal care and treatments for patients. - Ability to work independently and as a member of a team. - Ability to communicate effectively with individuals, staff and others. - Ability to maintain professional and even tempered demeanor and work relationships. - Ability to learn behavior management and supportive counseling techniques. - Ability to communicate observations and recommendations effectively in written and verbal form. - Ability to observe patients and make written and oral reports.
Dept of Health and Human Services, Dept of Public Safety
High School
High School
High school or General Educational Development diploma and one year of related work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Considerable knowledge of approved behavioral intervention programs. - Considerable knowledge of the needs of the population served. - Considerable knowledge of appropriate protocols for medication administration and possible side effects. - Considerable knowledge of training principles. - Ability to train and mentor adults in group and one-on-one setting. - Ability to effectively convey information to family members, individuals, and treatment team, under general supervision, in verbal and written forms. - Ability to document clear and concise notes of client progress and behaviors. - Ability to follow-up on services being provided to the clients to assure needs are being met. - Ability to provide and implement some of the services needed. - Ability to work independently and as a member of a team. - Ability to maintain professional and even tempered demeanor and work relationships. - Ability to learn and apply behavior management and supportive counseling techniques.
Dept of Health and Human Services, Dept of Public Safety
Bachelors
Nuclear Science, Physical Science, Environmental Science; Health/ Medical Physics, Radiologic Science
Bachelor's degree in nuclear science, physical, or environmental science; health/ medical physics, or radiologic science from an appropriately accredited institution
- Working knowledge of the scientific principles and theBiological effects of radiation exposure from industrial and medical uses and from environmental release or contamination. - Working knowledge of air and other environmental sampling techniques, radiation shielding design concepts, and the use of radiation detection instrumentation. - Working knowledge of and the ability to apply, the laws, rules, regulations and policies that govern or influence radiation protection. - Working knowledge of research processes and data gathering techniques and the ability to evaluate, process and present data. - Experience in research processes and data gathering techniques and the ability to evaluate, process and present data. - Ability to express results of investigations and make recommendations tactfully, firmly, clearly and concisely in oral and written form. - Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with co-workers, regulated community, general public, state and federal agencies. - Ability to make public presentations. - Ability to work in environments where ionizing radiation is present. - Ability to work in frequently stressful environment with multiple assignments, priority deadlines and in occasional emergency response conditions. - Ability to use computers, including common software and analytical programs.
Dept of Public Safety
High School
High School
High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and demonstrated ability to type and work efficiently under pressure; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Basic knowledge of the Federal Communications Commission rules and regulations pertaining to the transmission of messages by radio. - Basic knowledge of the rules, regulations, and operations of federal and state law enforcement agencies. - Basic knowledge of the operation of multi-channel telecommunications equipment and computer terminals. - Basic knowledge of state motor vehicle laws. - Ability to speak clearly and distinctly. - Ability to efficiently receive and transmit communications messages while working under pressure caused by volume of messages or criticality of the situation.
Dept of Public Safety
High School
High School
High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma.
Basic knowledge of the North Carolina Motor Vehicle laws. - Skill in the operation of a patrol vehicle at high speeds and/or in inclement weather. - Skill in the use of firearms. - Ability to learn, interpret, and impartially apply the applicable provisions of the motor vehicle laws of North Carolina. - Ability to collect and present information on patrol activities and investigations in oral and written form. - Ability to deal with authority while maintaining professional and courteous demeanor with the general public. - Ability to react calmly and quickly under emergency conditions.
Dept of Public Safety
Bachelors
History
Bachelor's degree in history or a field specifically related to the site of employment from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in managing the operation of a historic site, in historical State of Historic Site Manager III 32000706 North Carolina 06/2018 research or interpretation, or in a field specifically related to the site of employment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Considerable knowledge of North Carolina history. - Considerable knowledge of the methods, practices, and tools used in grounds and building maintenance. - Knowledge of the principles and practices of business management. - Ability to plan, supervise and direct the work of subordinate employees. - Ability to maintain records and prepare routine reports. - Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form. - Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, local organizations, and governmental organizations.
Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources