Special Deputy Attorney General/Legal Services/Labor/(65036501)

Hybrid telework opportunities are available for this position.

THE STARTING SALARY FOR A NEW HIRE TO THIS POSITION IS LIMITED TO THE RECRUITMENT RANGE OF $92,917 to $115,937. Salary offers for the selected candidate are based on the candidate's education and experience related to the position, as well as our agency budget and equity.

This position is not subject to the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Note to Current State Employees:
The salary grade for this position is LG09. 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 primary purpose of the Labor Section is to act as advisor and legal representative to the North Carolina Department of Labor (“NCDOL”). NCDOL’s mission is to foster a safe, healthy, fair and productive North Carolina.

This Attorney IV position is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys litigation, and wants to make a positive difference in North Carolina's workforce, and make a lasting impact on the everyday life of North Carolina citizens.

The Labor Section represents NCDOL in all civil actions and administrative proceedings including those involving the enforcement of: the Occupational Safety and Health Act of North Carolina; the North Carolina Wage and Hour Act; the Retaliatory Employment Discrimination Act; the Uniform Boiler and Pressure Vessels Act; the Elevator Safety Act; the Amusement Device Safety Act; the Passenger Tramway Safety Act; the Migrant Housing Act; other regulatory laws, and employment personnel actions.

The Labor Section practices before a variety of judicial forums including the Office of Administrative Hearings, the North Carolina Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission, State court, and Federal courts. The attorneys in this Section handle cases from the trial stage and through all appellate stages, in coordination with the Solicitor General’s Office.

Attorneys often handle complex, novel, and precedent-setting cases that impact the citizens of North Carolina.

This Attorney IV position is responsible for providing legal representation and advice to the NCDOL in matters involving the administration and enforcement of State labor laws including 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. Areas of representation include, but are not limited to, enforcement of The Retaliatory Employment Discrimination Act, N.C.G.S. §95-240, et seq; the Occupational Safety and Health Act of North Carolina, N.C.G.S. §95-126, et seq; the North Carolina Wage and Hour Act, N.C.G.S. §95-25.1, et seq; the Uniform Boiler and Pressure Vessels Act, N.C.G.S.§95-69.8, et seq; the Elevator Safety Act, N.C.G.S. §95-110.1, et seq; the Amusement Device Safety Act, N.C.G.S. §95- 111.1 et seq; the Passenger Tramway Safety Act, N.C.G.S. §95-116 et seq; and the Migrant Housing Act, N.C.G.S. §95-222 et seq.

The Attorney IV is also responsible for defending the State and its officials as employers in other discrimination and employment law cases in both state and federal courts including, but not limited to, claims of discrimination pursuant to: the Civil Rights Act of 1991 (which significantly amends Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964) (“Title VII”), which prohibits discrimination against employees on the basis of race, color, religion, sex or national origin; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (“ADEA”), which prohibits discrimination against employees on the basis of age; and, the Americans With Disabilities Act (“ADA”), which prohibits discrimination against disabled individuals in critical areas such as employment and public services and accommodations.

This position requires the ability to analyze a case, and develop and execute an effective litigation strategy to achieve best possible outcome for the State of North Carolina.

This position frequently serves as lead attorney for cases that require the assignment of a litigation team, reviewing and approving the work product of any attorney who serves on the team.

The Section also frequently has interns, externs, or volunteers who require assistance and supervision of assigned tasks. This position serves as a mentor to those employees, assisting them with issue identification and development of litigation skills.

The Labor Section promotes teamwork and collaboration with internal and external partners to ensure that the best outcome is achieved for North Carolina.

The Labor Section is part of the Civil Division. The Civil Division is committed to providing opportunities for development through the sharing of expertise and knowledge across the six different sections of the Civil Division.

Criminal Appeals and Appellate Argument

This position researches and prepares appellate briefs on behalf of the state in criminal cases.

*Management has requested applicants submit one writing sample no more than 15 pages.*

Salary

• $92,917 - $209,064/year

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to creatively develop case strategy and tactics.
Ability to conduct complex civil or criminal litigation in trial and appellate courts.
Ability to interpret and apply laws, constitutional provisions, statutes, administrative regulations, and court decisions

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Licensed to practice law by the North Carolina State Bar and four years of progressively responsible professional legal experience.

How to Apply

The NC Department of Justice accomplishes our goals through our DOJ Organizational Values of Public Service, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, Diversity, and Innovation. We encourage all qualified candidates who are committed to these values and want to make a difference in the lives of our citizens to apply for this opportunity.

Please be sure to complete the application in full.

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.

Veterans Preference: 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.

NeoGov Help Line: 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 Office
114 W. Edenton Street
Raleigh, NC 27603
919-716-6490

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.