Financial Crimes Prosecutor

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Administrative Office of the Courts seeks a Financial Crimes Resource Prosecutor to support prosecutors, law enforcement, and allied professionals statewide.

Based on agency needs, travel across North Carolina is required; you will develop resources, provide training, and assist with case preparation through pre-trial, trial, and appellate stages.

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school and active North Carolina law license.
• Extensive understanding of federal, state, and constitutional law, especially in financial crimes.
• Proficient in legal research, case analysis, and complex trial preparation.
• Strong communication and collaboration with prosecutors, law enforcement, and partners.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead or associate counsel, prepare and present cases in court, and represent the state in financial crimes cases.
• Provide expert legal advice and technical assistance on financial crimes to prosecutors across the state.
• Lead training initiatives and design programs for prosecutors and allied professionals.
• Prepare legal articles, memoranda, and resources for statewide distribution.
• Stay on the cutting edge of evidence-gathering techniques and technologies to support investigations.

Skills

Legal expertise

Analytical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Legal research databases

Job description

Agency

Commission and Conferences

Division

District Attorneys’ Conference

Job Classification Title

Resource Prosecutor (NS)

Position Number

60006373

Grade

30013282

About Us

DO YOUR CAREER JUSTICE! Each and every day, North Carolina’s courts help provide safety for our communities, prosperity for our economy, and protection for the rights, liberties, and freedoms that sit at the foundation of our state and federal constitutions. Consider an exciting and rewarding career with us and join the more than 7,000 elected officials and employees who make up our workforce and help us ensure that justice is administrated without favor, denial, or delay.

Description of Work

SALARY: $80,000.00 - $115,000.00

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Purpose : For more than a decade, this long-standing position has offered a unique opportunity to serve as a critical resource for prosecutors, law enforcement, and allied professionals across North Carolina, enhancing the capability of the State’s prosecutors to prosecute cases involving financial crimes effectively.

Why Join Us?

At the North Carolina Conference of District Attorneys, we believe in the power of teamwork. As part of our collaborative and mission-driven team, as a Financial Crimes Resource Prosecutor, you will work with various stakeholders to provide them with the necessary education and information on the law and available resources. You will connect with dedicated professionals across disciplines, allowing you to grow professionally while advancing justice for some of the most vulnerable members of our communities. Your duty station will be based on agency needs and your location. This position requires travel across North Carolina to assist prosecutors in various districts, making adaptability and independence essential.

As a Financial Crimes Resource Prosecutor, you will be a vital partner in empowering prosecutors and allied professionals with the tools, training, and guidance they need to maneuver through the Court System effectively. Key responsibilities include:

• Be the Expert : Serve as a resource to prosecutors, law enforcement, financial professionals, social workers, victim advocacy agencies, and other allied professionals who work with victims of financial crimes and vulnerable adults in the State of North Carolina.

• Legal Consultation : Provide expert legal advice and technical assistance on financial crimes cases to prosecutors across the state.

• Case Prosecution & Litigation : Serve as lead or associate counsel, prepare and present cases in court, and represent the state in financial crimes cases as assigned.

• Pre-Trial Support : Support pre-trial investigations, including evidence gathering and strategic case development.

• Resource Development : Prepare articles, legal memoranda, and other resources for statewide distribution on current legal issues that involve financial crimes and vulnerable adults.

• Lead Training Initiatives : Assess training needs, design tailored programs, and deliver high-impact training to prosecutors, law enforcement, and other allied professionals.

• Provide Expert Guidance : Offer legal research, charging guidance, and support for pre-trial, trial, and appellate strategies related to financial crimes cases.

• Collaborate and Connect : Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, including state and federal agencies, social workers, financial professionals, and other allied professionals.

• Share Knowledge : Prepare and publish articles for our statewide magazine, sharing best practices and emerging issues with your peers.

• Innovate : Stay on the cutting edge of evidence-gathering techniques and emerging technologies to support law enforcement and prosecutors in the courtroom.

What We’re Looking For

• We’re seeking a passionate advocate who thrives in a team environment, embraces innovation, and is committed to delivering justice. You’ll work closely with prosecutors, law enforcement, and community partners; strong communication and collaboration skills are essential. This role requires legal expertise and a desire to make a difference in the lives of financial crime victims and vulnerable adults.
• Why You’ll Love It Here : This isn’t just a job - it’s a chance to lead, learn, and collaborate with professionals who share your commitment to justice. As part of our team, you’ll be supported in your efforts to make a tangible impact, all while growing your skills and experience in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Knowledge of: North Carolina statutes, common law, and case law; judicial procedures and rules of evidence; case, statutory, and common law; legal research methods, techniques, sources, databases, and other research tools; the operations of the NC court system; and ethical and professional standards of conduct.
Skill in: interpreting and applying criminal laws to information, evidence, and other data; using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of case facts; researching and identifying precedents in case law; utilizing electronic legal research and online systems; organizing work; setting priorities; meeting critical deadlines; and following up on assignments with a minimum of direction.
Ability to: analyze facts and apply applicable law to those facts; conduct legal research; plan, develop, and execute an effective litigation strategy to achieve desired results; prepare, organize, and conduct witness examinations; deliver opening statements, closing arguments, and evidentiary objections; express complex legal concepts and related facts clearly and concisely; argue clearly, logically, and persuasively; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with attorneys, law enforcement agencies, and other participants in the criminal justice process; recognize and solve problems; produce legal interpretations quickly and responsively for court officials; write reports, motions, briefs, and other legal documents; deal tactfully with sensitive situations; communicate both orally and in writing; and work independently.

Supplemental and Contact Information:

The North Carolina Judicial Branch participates in E-Verify, an internet-based system that compares information from an employee’s Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from the US Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.

Dominikii Coleman

NC Administrative Office of the Courts
Human Resources Division

http://www.nccourts.gov/about/about-judicial-branch/careers

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.

Juris Doctor (JD)from an ABA-accredited law school and an active North Carolina law license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge and Experience : Extensive understanding of federal, state, and constitutional law, especially regarding financial crimes cases. Familiarity with the NC General Statutes, rules of evidence, and the NC court system.
• Technical Legal Skills : Proficiency in legal research, strategic case analysis, and complex trial preparation. Skilled in interpreting complex criminal laws and applying them to cases in real time.
• Communication and Collaboration : Ability to work well with other attorneys, law enforcement, and criminal justice partners. Effective in both oral and written communication and comfortable representing cases in court.

Preference will be given to applicants who, in addition to the minimum qualifications, possess one or more of the following:

• Demonstrated a clear, concise writing style.
• Attended an instructor development training program.
• Litigated multiple financial crimes cases in a jury trial setting.
• Managed a caseload of felony level offenses.

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:

Dominikii C Coleman

Email:

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