Agency
Dept of JusticeDivision
DOJ Legal ServicesJob Classification Title
Paralegal III (S)Position Number
65036343Grade
LG05About 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: $63,367 to $67,388IMPORTANT NOTE: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date listed.
This Public Safety Paralegal III position will provide paraprofessional litigation support services to the attorneys assigned to the Public Safety Section, which represents the Department of Adult Corrections, Department of Public Safety, State Highway Patrol, and Statute Bureau of Investigation in all types of litigation. This position shares responsibility with other paralegal positions for providing all litigation support services provided to these attorneys, assigns work tasks to the Section’s assistants, and such other duties as deemed necessary. As a Paralegal III, the candidate must be familiar with all practices and procedures to support litigation in state courts and federal courts, such as filing, legal research, file management, communications with clients, opposing counsel, and court staff, preparation of legal documents, such as pleadings, discovery, and motions, including drafting such documents for attorney review. The position requires extreme attention to detail, characterized by precision and accuracy. Strong reliance is placed upon the work-product of this position to ensure that work is accomplished effectively and efficiently without the need for significant revisions.
This is a hybrid remote position, requiring a combination of in-office and remote work.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
1. 5 years of progressive civil litigation experience preferred.
2. Experience providing paralegal supporting for litigation in federal court, strongly preferred.
3. Demonstrated history of managing heavy caseload while maintaining high standards and meeting deadlines,
preferred.
4. Legal research and drafting of legal documents preferred.
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.
Graduation from an appropriately accredited institution for paralegal training and three years of experience as a paralegal; or Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of substantive paralegal experience; or High school or General Education Development (GED) diploma and seven years of paralegal experience performing delegated, substantive legal work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
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
[email protected]
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 Evet CannonRecruiter Email:
Skills Required
- Graduation from accredited paralegal program and three years paralegal experience; OR Bachelor's degree and three years substantive paralegal experience; OR High school/GED and seven years paralegal experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Familiarity with state and federal court litigation practices and procedures (filing, case management, court interactions).
- Preparation and drafting of legal documents for attorney review, including pleadings, discovery, and motions.
- Strong attention to detail, precision, and accuracy in work product.
- Demonstrated ability to manage a heavy caseload and meet deadlines.
- Five years of progressive civil litigation experience.
- Experience providing paralegal support for litigation in federal court.
- Legal research and drafting experience.
What We Do
The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) is charged with implementing the state's public school laws for pre-kindergarten through 12th grade.
