NC Office of State Human Resources ยท 2 hours ago
Attorney IV
Wake County, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$75/hr - $75/hr
4+ years expThe NC Office of State Human Resources is seeking an Attorney IV to serve as lead counsel in complex litigation focused on protecting public resources. The role involves developing legal strategies, providing counsel to state agencies, and representing the interests of the Wildlife Resources Commission in significant cases.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Serve as lead attorney in all phases of complex civil litigation in both state and federal courts, including pre-litigation investigation, drafting pleadings, managing discovery, overseeing expert witness work, conducting motions practice, negotiating settlements, preparing for trial, and handling appeals
Develop and direct litigation strategies in consultation with agency leadership, legal teams, and technical experts, ensuring alignment with statutory mandates and policy objectives
Provide proactive legal counsel to the Wildlife Resources Commission and other state agencies on enforcement options, legal remedies, and litigation risks, with an emphasis on achieving durable, statewide environmental outcomes
Lead coordination efforts with other governmental bodies, outside counsel, scientific and technical experts, and enforcement entities to support cohesive legal positions and strengthen the evidentiary record
Represent the legal and policy interests of the WRC in cases with wide-reaching implications for the conservation of natural resources and the protection of the public trust
Qualification
Required
Licensed to practice law by the North Carolina State Bar
Four years of progressively responsible professional legal experience
Benefits
Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP).
Company
NC Office of State Human Resources
Find a job with one of the state's largest employers, where career opportunities are wide-ranging, and every job helps enhance the quality of life for NC citizens! The Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) serves as the "Center of Human Resources Expertise" for the State of North Carolina through an integrated, multidisciplinary, professional Human Resources Team that is collaborative, strategic, and customer-focused, and supports state government efforts to attract, retain, develop, and motivate a high-performing, diverse workforce.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
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