Assistant Attorney General, Attorney III, Contract Claims (60014992)

THE STARTING SALARY FOR THIS POSITION IS LIMITED TO $87,849 to $100,668. Client funded. Salary determination is based upon the candidate's education and experience related to the position, as well as departmental budget and equity considerations.

Provision of legal services to DOT in litigation.

The primary responsibility of this attorney is to represent and advise the DOT in state, federal and administrative litigation, including complex cases involving Information Technology, contract, employment, and other miscellaneous areas of law and litigation as assigned. The position independently prepares for and conducts courtroom and administrative litigation, negotiates settlements of cases, prepares legal opinions on rules and operations of the DOT, and answers inquiries on legal issues from the DOT and the public.

The Attorney III may participate with other attorneys to provide support in the investigation of case facts, research of statutory and case law, and preparation of pleadings, motions, discovery, and briefs. Cases assigned to the Attorney III require development of a case strategy, research in preparation for litigation, and conducting civil and administrative litigation.

Representation of the State in criminal appeals.

The Attorney III prepares briefs for the State in criminal appeals to the North Carolina Court of Appeals and Supreme Court. Preparation of the brief requires knowledge of the North Carolina Rules of Appellate Procedure, reading and summarizing a trial transcript, reading the defendant’s brief and the authority cited, researching relevant other authority, and writing arguments on the questions raised. Some cases require preparation of petitions for further review by the Supreme Court or responses to such petitions, and, where the petition is granted, new briefs. Oral argument in the appellate courts may be ordered, necessitating additional preparation.

The North Carolina Department of Justice, led by the Attorney General of North Carolina, represents the State of North Carolina in court and provides legal advice and representation to most state government departments, agencies, officers, and commissions. The Department also represents the State in criminal appeals from state trial courts, and brings legal actions on behalf of the state and its citizens when the public interest is at stake.

Note to Current State Employees:
The salary grade for this position is LG08. State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. Please detail ALL work history including non-state service experience. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY or MAY NOT result.

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.

Telework opportunities are available for this position.

Department Information:

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.

Salary

• $87,849 - $153,736/year

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Management Preferences:

• Considerable knowledge of case, statutory, regulatory, common law, government contracting and administrative law and procedures.
• Considerable knowledge of civil procedure and the rules of evidence are required.
• The attorney must be able to conduct civil litigation in state, federal and appellate courts. This requires highly developed skill in analyzing facts and evidence, interpreting and applying statutes, regulations, and case law, developing creative case strategy and tactics, and expressing legal arguments and conclusions clearly, concisely, and convincingly both orally and in writing.
• The attorney must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with DOT employees at all levels, the judiciary, lawyers, and co-workers.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

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.

How to Apply

Note the following: If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.

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.

Transcripts: Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. A copy of your transcripts indicating the degree received can be uploaded with your application. If a transcript has been requested, your application will be considered incomplete if you do not provide one. Using a photograph of your diploma is not acceptable.

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.

Any licenses or certificates must be included in the appropriate section of the application form.

Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 or discharge orders.

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if you are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If you are a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, you must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.

Application status: To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take an average of 6 – 8 weeks. All applicants will be notified by email once a position is filled.

If you are having technical issues submitting your application, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting, other than your application status, please contact the NC DOJ Human Resources office.

The NC Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The NC Department of Justice uses Merit-Based Recruitment to select from among the most qualified applicants to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

NC Department of Justice
Human Resources
humanresources@ncdoj.gov Benefits

NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.

For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.