Stephanie Olson

Stephanie Olson is the Deputy Secretary of Operations for NCDHHS. In this role, Stephanie oversees the department's operational portfolio and drive initiatives that enhance service quality for North Carolinians. Stephanie’s portfolio includes Human Resources, Internal Audit, Information Technology, Data Office, Privacy and Security, Procurement, Contracts and Grants, and Property and Construction.

During her time at NCDHHS, Stephanie has strengthened the department’s core operational infrastructure and played a central role in several major initiatives including standing up the Office of Strategy and Performance, navigating the department’s consolidation in a new headquarters building, championing staff development programs and facilitating the reorganization of several key operational divisions. She provides the leadership, management and vision needed to ensure strong operational infrastructure and the effective stewardship of departmental resources.

Prior to joining NCDHHS, Stephanie served in local government, most recently as the city of Raleigh's Strategy and Performance Manager. She holds a Master of Public Administration from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Government and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Political Science from Hope College. She is also certified in change management, lean six sigma and design thinking. When she’s not working, Stephanie loves traveling, playing team sports and spending time with her family.

In the position of Deputy Secretary of Operations, Stephanie will play a vital role in ensuring NCDHHS remains responsive, resilient and operationally strong as it advances its mission to improve the health, safety and well-being of North Carolinians.