Paralegal II

Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

DOT Attorney General

Job Classification Title

Paralegal II (S)

Position Number

60021660

Grade

LG04

About Us

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: $57,606 - $60,000

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

This position is within the North Carolina Department of Justice/Attorney General’s Office (DOJ), Transportation Division, which represents the North Carolina Department of Transportation (DOT) in its litigation and legal matters, including eminent domain/condemnation actions, employment actions and contract matters.

The Paralegal II serves as litigation and legal support to attorneys in the Transportation Division of NCDOJ. The work is primarily in the Condemnation Section of the Transportation Division working on litigation related to eminent domain/condemnation actions. The Paralegal II in this position prepares and files documents in the Superior Courts throughout the State under the supervision of an attorney. The Paralegal II performs specialized paralegal work within a complex program area or specialty field, in support of the activities of attorneys in the Transportation Section. The paralegal functions include drafting complex legal documents, including amendments to complaints and responses to discovery; completing court-issued forms; researching complex issues without specific precedence; and interfacing on a front-end basis with clients, staff, and attorneys for the purpose of screening calls and/or summarizing communications between outside parties and the legal staff. In a litigation context, the Paralegal II participates in data gathering and preparation of exhibits, documents, and affidavits in advance of a trial. The employee is also responsible for the scheduling of witnesses, and the organization of supporting documents, exhibits, and evidence. The Paralegal II is responsible for scanning received legal documents and calendar management related to responses and due dates for legal document filing. The Paralegal II may assist attorneys in setting up a criminal appellate brief or in drafting statements of fact for criminal appellate briefs assigned as a part of the criminal brief rotation.

The Paralegal II has considerable latitude in decision making, and decisions frequently must be made in which the consequence of error could have significant impact on the legal office, the agency, the agency’s clients, or segments of the general public served by the agency. Work is complex. Work is reviewed through inspection, conferences, reports, and review of completed work.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

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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.

Graduation from an appropriately accredited institution for paralegal training and two years of experience as a paralegal; or Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of substantive paralegal experience; or High school or General Education Development (GED) diploma and six years of paralegal experience performing delegated, substantive legal work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

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
[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:

Paul Jay Makowski

Email:

[email protected]