Attorney III

NCDOT; North Carolina; On-site; USD 91,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health insurance

Twelve paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave accrual

Dental and vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Transportation seeks an Attorney III to independently provide legal services in employment law and litigation, handling personnel matters and related legal work for the department. The role may involve representing the state in appeals, reviewing bonds and contracts, and occasional travel as required.

Licensed NC attorney with at least three years of experience is required. The position offers competitive benefits and is based in Wake County, NC with full-time

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law by the North Carolina State Bar.
• Three years of progressively responsible professional legal experience.
• Knowledge of state and federal employment law.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal services to the Department of Transportation in employment law and litigation.
• Represent the state in criminal appeals and related proceedings as assigned.
• Review and approve bonds and contracts as to form; respond to public inquiries.

Skills

Employment law

Litigation

Legal research

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Attorney III# State of North Carolina Careers## Attorney IIIApply: Wake County, NC: Full time: Posted Yesterday: End Date: November 7, 2026 (13 days left to apply): JR-127133**Agency**Dept of Transportation**Division**DOT Attorney General**Job Classification Title**Attorney III (NS)**Position Number**60015053**Grade**LG08**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: $91,249 - $106,280 IMPORTANT NOTE: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date listed. The primary purpose of this position is to independently provide legal services to the Department of Transportation in the areas of employment law and litigation, personnel matters, and other miscellaneous areas of law and litigation as assigned. The attorney performs other such tasks that are incidental to the performance of the work of the Department of Justice and the Transportation Division, including representing the state in criminal appeals, responding to public inquiries, and reviewing and approving bonds and contracts as to form. Some travel, including some occasional overnight stays are required**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences****Management Preferences:** * Knowledge of state and federal employment law. **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 three 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. 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 [e-mail]**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:**[e-mail]