About The Role

It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.

Description of Work

Recruitment Range: $76,041 - $78,097

IMPORTANT NOTE: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date listed.

This is an excellent opportunity for a newly licensed attorney to gain valuable jury trial experience while representing a state agency dedicated to connecting people, products, and places.

This Attorney I position is within the North Carolina Department of Justice/Attorney General’s Office (DOJ), Condemnation Section, which represents the North Carolina Department of Transportation (DOT) in eminent domain/condemnation actions.

The primary purpose of this Attorney I position is to represent DOT in condemnation actions filed by DOT in Superior court, in which the parties are entitled to a jury trial. Once the action is filed, the attorney, with appropriate supervision, will represent DOT in all phases of the litigation, including discovery, mediation, pre-trial motions and ultimately at trial.

The cases handled by this position will typically involve a parcel of land initially valued at less than $100,000 that DOT has acquired from a larger tract of land, or, an entire tract of land that DOT as acquired, referred to as a “total take.”

The attorney will also assist the senior attorneys in the Condemnation Section with more complex cases, including cases involving permanent utility easements and other easements, homeowner associations, and hearings to determine issues other than damages, pursuant to N.C. Gen. Stat. § 136-108.

The position will also perform other duties as assigned by the Attorney Manager of the Condemnation Section and other senior attorneys within the Condemnation Section.

Does this position require

**Some travel, including some occasional overnight stays are required

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Management Preferences

Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to teamwork and collaboration;
Willingness to learn quickly and take initiative where appropriate;
Demonstrated ability to manage deadlines and workloads;

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. 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 , includes the North Carolina State Crime Lab , the North Carolina Justice Academy , and the Sheriffs’ and Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Divisions .

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

T he 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.