Closing Date: 30th December, 2025
Description:
AgencyDept of Justice
Division:
DOJ Legal Services
Job Classification Title
Attorney Manager II (NS)
Attorney Manager II (NS)
Position Number
60010611
60010611
Grade
LG10
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: $116,147 - $152,443
Important Note: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date listed.
The primary purpose of this Attorney Manager II position is to supervise the attorneys and support staff in the Section. In addition to providing general guidance and oversight to the attorneys and support staff in the Section, the supervisor will take an active role in training and mentoring the newer attorneys. Additionally, the supervisor as part of the management responsibilities, will provide an additional layer of quality control of the work product prepared by the section's attorneys, especially with respect to section's dispositive briefing in federal and state courts, as well as appellate briefing. This position will be a resource for the more senior attorneys in the Section and will model best practices for all the staff in the Section. The Attorney Manager II may actively litigate (either independently or jointly) a limited number of more complex and high stakes cases in the Section. This position will also be responsible for collaboration with outside advisors and stakeholders as determined in discussions with the Division Head.
LG10
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: $116,147 - $152,443
Important Note: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date listed.
The primary purpose of this Attorney Manager II position is to supervise the attorneys and support staff in the Section. In addition to providing general guidance and oversight to the attorneys and support staff in the Section, the supervisor will take an active role in training and mentoring the newer attorneys. Additionally, the supervisor as part of the management responsibilities, will provide an additional layer of quality control of the work product prepared by the section's attorneys, especially with respect to section's dispositive briefing in federal and state courts, as well as appellate briefing. This position will be a resource for the more senior attorneys in the Section and will model best practices for all the staff in the Section. The Attorney Manager II may actively litigate (either independently or jointly) a limited number of more complex and high stakes cases in the Section. This position will also be responsible for collaboration with outside advisors and stakeholders as determined in discussions with the Division Head.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/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 five 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.
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:
- Ability to interpret and apply laws, constitutional provisions, statutes, administrative regulations, court decisions, legal principles, and other legal precedents.
- Ability to analyze complex legal problems and render formal opinions.
- Thorough knowledge of case, statutory, regulatory, and common law.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to provide technical and administrative supervision of others.
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 five 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.
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:
Andrea Cannon
Recruiter Email:
Recruiters@ncdoj.gov
Recruiters@ncdoj.gov