Closing Date: 6th January, 2026
Description:
AgencyDept of Justice
Division:
DOJ Legal Services
Job Classification Title
Attorney II (NS)
Attorney II (NS)
Position Number
65018491
65018491
Grade
LG07
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: $73,208 - $84,730
Important Note: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date listed.
For Division of Health Service Regulation (DHSR), the primary purpose of this position is the defense of patient abuse and neglect findings made by the DHHS, DHSR, Health Care Personnel Registry (“HCPR”) Section, pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 1396r(e) and N.C. Gen. Stat. 131E-255 and -256, as well as other legal services as may be required by DHSR. Specifically, this attorney performs research, drafts legal instruments and documents, represents the agency in judicial or administrative proceedings, prepares legal opinions on rules and operations of an agency, resolves complaints, and responds to inquiries on legal issues from the public. This attorney may argue the more routine cases before the appellate courts and may represent the State on the appeal of criminal cases and perform related duties as required.
For Division of Mental Health (DMH), this attorney helps oversee the management of the Debt Referral Office, which is comprised of a paralegal who is contracted to DHHS to collect debt after DHHS' efforts have failed. This attorney assists in actions arising from the Debt Referral Office and in collections cases against the estates of deceased persons for costs associated with services provided at a DSOHF facility. This position counsels and provides assistance to DHHS on collections law and issues. This attorney will also handle a variety of appeals involving Medicare denials for reimbursement.
The attorney serves during the absence of the incumbent for commitment hearings and re-hearings for patients committed to a DSOHF facility and for patients who have been adjudicated as Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity in District and Superior Courts. This position may be assigned civil appeals arising out of commitments to any state, or privately operated facility designated for involuntary commitment.
Other responsibilities of this attorney may include representing DMH in OAH on appeals arising out of community mental health operations contracted via area authorities; representing DHHS agencies in matters arising out of state personnel grievances; and other matters representing DHHS as assigned by supervisors.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Management Preferences:
none
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 one year of 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 (https://ncdoj.gov/), includes the North Carolina State Crime Lab (https://ncdoj.gov/crime-lab/), the North Carolina Justice Academy (https://ncdoj.gov/ncja/), and the Sheriffs' (https://ncdoj.gov/law-enforcement-training/sheriffs/) and Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Divisions. (https://ncdoj.gov/law-enforcement-training/criminal-justice/)
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. (https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits)
LG07
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: $73,208 - $84,730
Important Note: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date listed.
For Division of Health Service Regulation (DHSR), the primary purpose of this position is the defense of patient abuse and neglect findings made by the DHHS, DHSR, Health Care Personnel Registry (“HCPR”) Section, pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 1396r(e) and N.C. Gen. Stat. 131E-255 and -256, as well as other legal services as may be required by DHSR. Specifically, this attorney performs research, drafts legal instruments and documents, represents the agency in judicial or administrative proceedings, prepares legal opinions on rules and operations of an agency, resolves complaints, and responds to inquiries on legal issues from the public. This attorney may argue the more routine cases before the appellate courts and may represent the State on the appeal of criminal cases and perform related duties as required.
For Division of Mental Health (DMH), this attorney helps oversee the management of the Debt Referral Office, which is comprised of a paralegal who is contracted to DHHS to collect debt after DHHS' efforts have failed. This attorney assists in actions arising from the Debt Referral Office and in collections cases against the estates of deceased persons for costs associated with services provided at a DSOHF facility. This position counsels and provides assistance to DHHS on collections law and issues. This attorney will also handle a variety of appeals involving Medicare denials for reimbursement.
The attorney serves during the absence of the incumbent for commitment hearings and re-hearings for patients committed to a DSOHF facility and for patients who have been adjudicated as Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity in District and Superior Courts. This position may be assigned civil appeals arising out of commitments to any state, or privately operated facility designated for involuntary commitment.
Other responsibilities of this attorney may include representing DMH in OAH on appeals arising out of community mental health operations contracted via area authorities; representing DHHS agencies in matters arising out of state personnel grievances; and other matters representing DHHS as assigned by supervisors.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Management Preferences:
none
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 one year of 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 (https://ncdoj.gov/), includes the North Carolina State Crime Lab (https://ncdoj.gov/crime-lab/), the North Carolina Justice Academy (https://ncdoj.gov/ncja/), and the Sheriffs' (https://ncdoj.gov/law-enforcement-training/sheriffs/) and Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Divisions. (https://ncdoj.gov/law-enforcement-training/criminal-justice/)
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. (https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/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:
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:
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 Makowski
Recruiter Email:
Recruiters@ncdoj.gov
Recruiters@ncdoj.gov
