Assistant Attorney General

Agency

Dept of Justice

Division

DOJ Legal Services

Job Classification Title

Attorney III (NS)

Position Number

60010547

Grade

LG08

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Justice, led by the Attorney General of North Carolina, represents the state, state agencies, and elected officials, and defends the rights of the people of North Carolina. The Department handles all state criminal appeals cases and assists district attorneys with complex criminal cases at their request. Additionally, the Department of Justice includes the North Carolina State Crime Lab, the North Carolina Justice Academy, and the Sheriffs’ and Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Divisions.

Description of Work

Recruitment Range: $91,249 - $103,184

IMPORTANT NOTE: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date listed.

Some key duties of this role are:

- Represent the NC Department of Labor in complex litigation including civil and administrative cases involving various regulatory programs that may involve constitutional issues, public policy concerns or issues that may impact economic conditions, human resources, or a wide segment of the general public. Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) litigation often involves negotiating and drafting novel or complex settlement stipulations in order to address the often delicate and peculiar hazards existing on employers’ worksites.
- Advise the DOL on REDA, Civil Rights Actions and other Legal Matters. This position is responsible for providing legal advice in the areas of labor and employment law, constitutional law, public records laws, bankruptcy, administrative procedures, and other topics to DOL. This position responds to inquiries from DOL concerning such diverse matters as the interpretation and/or applicability of the various statutory provisions; essential elements needed to prove particular claims; evidence needed to rebut an employer’s stated defense; the adoption of rules relating to DOL’s various enforcement activities; the conducting of conciliation or other forms of informal dispute resolution processes; the issuance of right-to-sue letters; possible federal preemption issues; obtaining injunctive relief; and, penalties or damages which may be allowed pursuant to the various statutory claims. The position oversees the preparation of warrants and affidavits for use in DOL enforcement investigations to present to the Superior court in order to gain entry to conduct inspections in the workplace; advises DOL employees on all matters regarding entry onto employer premises by court order pursuant to a warrant; and initiates court proceedings as appropriate, including the bringing of contempt actions against employers who refuse to allow inspections.
- Prepare administrative warrants and subpoenas.
- Draft and argue appellate criminal matters.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Management Preferences:

• Experience litigating cases in a variety of forums, including administrative tribunals and State and Federal courts.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize case deadlines successfully
• Ability to work independently
• Strong legal writing skills.

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 to practice law by the North Carolina State Bar and three years of progressively responsible professional legal experience. NOTE: GS 114-2 and 114-6 make it the duty of the Attorney General of NC to represent the State of North Carolina in all litigation unless another statute specifically states otherwise.

The North Carolina Department of Justice, includes the North Carolina State Crime Lab, the North Carolina Justice Academy, and the Sheriffs’ and Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Divisions. 

The State of North Carolina offers employer paid health insurance plus twelve paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at Employee Benefits.

Supplemental Information:

Resumes and cover letters: To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form. This information is used to determine if you meet the requirements of the position, and if you are selected, it is used to determine a salary offer.

Using the terms "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will not be accepted, and your application will be rejected as incomplete.  Cover letters are highly encouraged but not required.   

  

Credit for foreign degrees will only be given if verification of degree certification is attached to your application.  Transcripts for foreign degrees have to be evaluated by an organization like World Education Services to determine US equivalency.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

NC Department of Justice
Human Resources
Recruiters@ncdoj.gov

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.

Recruiter:

Paul Jay Makowski

Recruiter Email:

Recruiters@ncdoj.gov