Governorâs Clemency Director
Governorâs Clemency Director
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Make an impact at the Highest Level of State Government. The Office of the Governor is seeking a dedicated and strategic professional to serve as theDirector of the Governors Clemency Office- a unique and high-impact role leading critical functions related to executive clemency criminal justice reform and public engagement. The Director serves as the primary liaison between the Governors Office the Post-Release Supervision and Parole Commission the NC Department of Adult Correction and other state federal and local officials in connection with the execution of the Governors executive clemency power. If youre driven by justice process integrity and intergovernmental collaboration this position offers an exceptional opportunity to serve the people of North Carolina at the intersection of law policy and public service.
As the Director of the Governors Clemency Office you will:Oversee all aspects of executive clemencyincluding commutations and pardons and judicial review cases per N.C. General Statute 15A-1380.5
Manage Clemency Office employees.
Advise the Governor and/or the Governors general counsel in connection with anticipated executive clemency cases and provide for the orderly resolution of same.
Develop and carry out strategic plans to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the Clemency Office.
Serve as the central liaison for the Governors Office to other entities including but not limited to the Post-Release Supervision and Parole Commission the Department of Adult Correction incarcerated people victims families and other state federal and local officials.
Manage theGovernors Rewards Programfor unsolved crimes across all 100 counties.
Joinus!Apply Now! -Your workwill directly impact the lives of individuals families and communities across North Carolina. This role is not only a rare opportunity to shape executive decisions- its also a calling to uphold fairness transparency and hope in the justice system.NOTE: This position is Exempt Policymaking and is EXEMPT from certain provisions of theState Human Resources Act(GS126).Knowledge Skills and Abilities / Competencies
Effective July 1 2025 candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification. The Knowledge Skills and Abilities listed within this vacancy announcement will be used only as management preferences and will be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants.- Program Experience means experience in administrative managerial and organizational theory and policies and procedures governing the executive clemency process or criminal justice/criminal law practice legal policy or proceedings.
- Experience advising senior officials on difficult policy and/or legal issues and maintaining effective working relationships with multiple stakeholder groups including elected officials and the general public.
- Ability to analyze facts formulate opinions on cases involving incarcerated people prepare release plans that provide the best opportunity for a successful reentry and communicate effectively regarding the same.
- General knowledge of social agencies and other community resources concerned with the rehabilitation of formerly incarcerated people.
- Ability to select train and supervise employees.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
NOTE: 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 for detail.
Bachelors degree from an appropriately accredited institution and five (5) years of experience in the program area of assignment including two years of supervisory program experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.Supplemental and Contact Information
About Us:
DAC is the largest state agency with more than 26000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving the lives and property of its citizens through prevention protection and preparation as well as the care custody and supervision of all adults sentenced after conviction for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes State Prisons with custody healthcare and facility operations staff as well as the division of Community Supervision. Other divisions include Administration Compliance & Accreditation Comprehensive Health Services Internal Affairs & Intelligence Operations Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission and Rehabilitation & Reentry. We have a mission that matters!
The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (DAC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.
DAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked education with the date graduated all work experience and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
- Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
- Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
- If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
- If applying for a position certified through the NC Dept. of Justice - Criminal Justice Standards Division click this link for specific certification requirements: Correctional & Probation/Parole Officer Certification.
- The NC Dept. of Adult Correction must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the National Standards to Prevent Detect and Respond to Prison Rape. Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NC Dept. of Adult Correction:PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions(Download PDF reader)(Download PDF reader).
For technical issues with your application please call the Applicant Support Help- Line at .If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status please contact Stephanie B. Miller at or.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
