Closing Date: 19th December, 2025
Description:
AgencyDept of Justice
Division:
DOJ Legal Services
Job Classification Title
Attorney IV (NS)
Attorney IV (NS)
Position Number
60010469
60010469
Grade
LG09
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:
This is an anticipated vacancy**
Recruitment Range: $92,917 - $115,937
Important Note: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date listed.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Management Preferences:
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 four 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 (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.
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:
LG09
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:
This is an anticipated vacancy**
Recruitment Range: $92,917 - $115,937
Important Note: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date listed.
- Provide legal counsel and representation to the Department of State Treasurer (DST), including the Retirement Systems Division and the State Health Plan.
- Independently handle complex civil litigation—including class actions—on behalf of DST in administrative tribunals and State and federal trial and appellate courts.
- Serve as senior litigation counsel managing all aspects of litigation: legal research, pleadings, motions practice, discovery, settlement negotiations, trials, post-trial motions, and appeals.
- Advise the Retirement Systems Division on the proper administration of state retirement and pension plans and ensure compliance with applicable state and federal law.
- Interpret and apply technical and complex laws, including retirement statutes, Social Security law, IRS regulations, equitable distribution, probate, guardianship, and bankruptcy law.
- Assist with drafting statutes, administrative rules, and agency technical manuals.
- Respond to legal inquiries from state agencies, legislators, the judiciary, local governments, and the public.
- Represent the State in criminal appeals involving complex issues of North Carolina criminal and constitutional law.
- Maintain thorough familiarity with the APA, Public Records Act, Open Meetings Act, and State and federal civil procedure rules.
- Comply with all professional rules of conduct applicable to Department attorneys.
Management Preferences:
- Extensive civil litigation experience, including handling complex civil matters, class actions, or high-stakes administrative litigation from initial assessment through appeal.
- Exceptional legal writing skills, with a record of producing high-quality pleadings, briefs, opinions, and analytical memoranda in sophisticated areas of law
- Proven ability to work independently on complex legal matters with minimal supervision, including managing all aspects of case strategy, research, motion practice, discovery, settlement, and trial or appellate work.
- Strong judgment, initiative, and the capacity to serve as a senior litigator on behalf of a major client agency.
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 four 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 (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.
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:
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