About Us
It's the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.
Description of Work
Recruitment Range: $91,249 - $106,280
IMPORTANT NOTE: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date listed.
The primary purpose of this position is to independently provide legal services to the Department of Transportation in the areas of employment law and litigation, personnel matters, and other miscellaneous areas of law and litigation as assigned. The attorney performs other such tasks that are incidental to the performance of the work of the Department of Justice and the Transportation Division, including representing the state in criminal appeals, responding to public inquiries, and reviewing and approving bonds and contracts as to form.
Some travel, including some occasional overnight stays are required
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Management Preferences: Knowledge of state and federal employment law.
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
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 .
Benefits
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 .
Contact Information
NC Department of Justice Human Resources
EEO Statement
T he 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.
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