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Legal & ComplianceAttorney

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Legal & ComplianceAttorney

Office of Administrative Hearings

Rules

Attorney I (NS)

65044585

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An independent forum for prompt and impartial resolution of administrative law contested cases involving citizens and state agencies, investigation of alleged unlawful employment practices in state government, and codifying administrative rules.

This position is located within the Office of Administrative Hearings, Rules Division, and provides professional legal support to the Rules Review Commission. The role involves reviewing permanent and temporary rules adopted by state agencies to determine whether they fall within the authority delegated by the General Assembly and comply with the requirements of the Administrative Procedure Act. The Commission must approve these rules before they can be incorporated into the North Carolina Administrative Code and become law.

The employee works closely with state agencies to assist in preparing rules for approval and consults with members of the public to facilitate the submission of information used by agencies and the Commission during rule review. The position also participates in the periodic review of existing rules, as mandated by the General Assembly, and advises the Commission on appropriate rule classifications.

Knowledge of administrative law, the rulemaking process, and the Administrative Procedure Act.
Ability to provide professional legal services, including analyzing regulatory language, and drafting legal opinions.
Ability to draft memoranda and reports as well as present legal analysis.

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. 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 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.

Helen M Dicken

HELEN.DICKEN@OAH.NC.GOV