Assistant General Counsel

Agency

Safety

Division

70000075 Dept of Public Safety

Job Classification Title

Assistant Agency General Counsel I (NS)

Position Number

60067662

Grade

LG08

About Us

The Department of Public Safety's mission is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through preparation, prevention, and protection with integrity and honor. Our agency houses many public safety divisions, including Emergency Management, Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Alcohol Law Enforcement, Samarcand Training Academy, and the North Carolina National Guard. Join us along with our more than 3,000 employees and 12,000 National Guard members in providing exceptional public safety services to the citizens of North Carolina.

Description of Work

Start your journey towards success! DPS is currently accepting applications for the position of Assistant General Counsel with the Office of General Counsel (OGC) in Raleigh, NC.

The Assistant General Counsel (Assistant Agency General Counsel I) position is responsible for providing support to all areas of the Department on topics related to public records, contracts, employment matters, and other areas as assigned. The position will be responsible for policy review, drafting legal opinions, reviewing internal administrative investigations and performing timely and accurate research on a variety of issues. The position may assist with developing and delivering legal training on a variety of topics.

Primary responsibilities of the position include:
• Providing written and oral legal advice/counsel to high level managers and executives in the Department on a myriad of topics related to their statutory duties and responsibilities.
• Interpreting constitutional provisions, state and federal statutes, administrative rules and regulations, state and federal court decisions, and applying them to the department’s current operations to determine whether procedural or substantive changes should be made in the department’s policies and practices to ensure compliance with federal and state laws.
• Demonstrating expertise in analyzing new laws and court decisions, recognizing their potential impact upon the department and effectively expressing analysis and conclusions to department officials.
• Reviewing investigations and critical incidents to ascertain potential liability and to recommend appropriate policy changes or corrective action with the Department.
• Conducting legal research and analysis of the broad spectrum of legal issues affecting agency action, giving legal advice based on that research and the consequence of applying the law include the examination of federal and state legislation, policy case law and administrative rules and regulatory requirements.
• Conducting legal review of a variety of contracts, agreements, policies, and legislation; completing all legal reviews in a timely fashion and providing constructive feedback and guidance in order to minimize the liability exposure to the Department.
• Working independently, receiving general supervision/training from Deputy General Counsel and providing assistance to other members of the Office of General Counsel as needed.
• Completing special assignments (usually confidential, highly sensitive and urgent in nature) which have been assigned by the Secretary, Chief of Staff, General Counsel or direct supervisor.

The employee in this position must use good judgment, demonstrate initiative and exercise discretion in situations involving sensitive or confidential issues/information. The employee must also be able to express legal interpretations/conclusions of law both clearly and logically in oral and written form.

Job duties for the position require occasional state-wide travel as well as driving a state vehicle. A valid driver’s license must be obtained by date of hire.

About NCDPS - Office of the General Counsel (OGC)
The Office of the General Counsel (OGC) provides to executive management and managers oral and formal written legal opinions on laws, constitutional provisions, administrative rules and regulations, court decisions, and other precedents impacting the department‘s policies and operational procedures. This section drafts departmental rules and regulations, operational guidelines, contracts, department-sponsored legislation, and other legal documents. Attorneys in the OGC provide oral and written responses to inquiries by federal, state and local officials including legislators, judicial officials, law enforcement personnel and citizens about the department’s policies and practices and the statutes and regulations it enforces. The OGC advises the Secretary and executive management on the merits of litigation against or on behalf of the department.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Salary Range: $91,249 - $91,533

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits, including paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, retirement, and health insurance. To view an example of total compensation, please click here NC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator. The typical work schedule is Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm (40 hours/week). However, additional work hours may be required to meet daily priorities and to accomplish division and department missions, particularly during the legislative session.

We value our employees and are committed to providing flexibility in work schedules. This position qualifies for teleworking on a part-time basis as part of the State Telework Program.

DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. The Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) is REQUIRED to qualify for this position. Management Preferences, including Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs), are not required but may be used to determine the pool of most qualified applicants. Managers may also choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences.

All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Work experience may include internships, volunteerism, and full and part-time work. A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant’s potential to qualify for the position, as well as receive the highest possible salary if selected for the position. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations for the advertised position. Click here for more information and application resources. Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but are not a substitute for a complete application.   

The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we are committed to full inclusion of qualified applicants and will review requests for reasonable accommodation to perform essential job functions during the hiring process or while on the job.  

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

For applicants with student loans, becoming a state employee may include eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more. 

Military Experience

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty that includes Character of Discharge - Member 4 or Service 2 form) to the application.

• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference:

• A current member of the North Carolina National Guard in good standing must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS).

• A former member of the North Carolina National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.

The NC Dept. of Public Safety must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape" and you may visit this site for more information: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions. Selected applicants for positions which are subject to PREA will undergo a PREA specific background check. Our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated, or justice involved, and we invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified. Due to the nature of work performed in our agency, prior convictions and/or charges may prohibit employment for positions which are subject to PREA or other position-specific background checks.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. Please log in to your Workday account to check the status of your application. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by the hiring manager. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification when the position is filled.

For more information about the application process, please visit State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions. For technical issues related to your Workday applications, please submit a support ticket. For basic information regarding employment with NC State Government, please call 984.236.0800. For specific questions about this vacancy (other than your application status), please contact MG Orman at martha.g.orman@ncdps.gov.

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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 two 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.

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:

Martha Grace Orman

Recruiter Email:

MARTHA.G.ORMAN@NCDPS.GOV