Special Deputy Attorney General

State of North Carolina • Wake County, NC

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About The Position

The Attorney IV provides legal services and advice, including defense in litigation matters, to the State Board of Education and the Department of Public Instruction. The position directly supervises the Attorney III who provides services to the SBE and DPI. Some travel, including occasional overnight stays, is required.

The North Carolina Department of Justice represents the state, state agencies, and elected officials, and defends the rights of the people of North Carolina. Its work includes handling state criminal appeals and assisting district attorneys with complex criminal cases at their request.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with management, colleagues, and clients.
• Experience independently handling litigation.
• Supervision or management experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal services and advice to the State Board of Education and the Department of Public Instruction.
• Defend the State Board of Education and the Department of Public Instruction in litigation matters.
• Directly supervise the Attorney III who provides services to the SBE and DPI.
• Travel as required, including occasional overnight stays.

Benefits

• Employer-paid health insurance.
• Twelve paid holidays.
• Vacation and sick leave accrual.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Other insurance options.
• Retirement benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed