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DO YOUR CAREER JUSTICE! Each and every day North Carolinas 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 7000 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

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

• Advocate for the best interests of the NCGAL child-client and assure protection of their legal rights in court.

• Maintain current knowledge of controlling case law statutes State Bar guidelines rules and opinions and local rules of court.

• Review draft issue and serve court orders when entered. Ensure staff child advocate volunteers and child-clients are informed of orders.

• File motions pleadings and other court documents to effectively advocate for the child-client.

• Facilitate settlement of disputed issues including entering stipulations or consent orders when appropriate for the child-client.

• Analyze documentary evidence and testimony including mental health medical and substance use reports.

• Develop and execute litigation plan to address evidence in the case to ensure the child-clients rights are preserved.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Knowledge of:GAL Program policies and procedures child neglect and abuse law NC Juvenile Code and relevant case law; trial and appellate court processes GAL training materials word processing and computer systems to support duties and responsibilities.

Skill in:written and oral communication; research using Lexis internet and the NC Courts website; organizing and expressing ideas and legal concepts orally and in writing; legal analysis; and establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with GAL program staff and volunteer advocates.

Ability to:effectively advocate in court; employ strong negotiating skills; draft any necessary motions or memoranda of law; advocate for the best interests of juveniles and for the best practice policies and procedures of the GAL Program.

Supplemental and Contact Information

INSTRUCTIONS:

Applicants must complete an on-line application by clicking the above APPLY link. Mailed or faxed applications willnotbe accepted.

Before applying please read theOnline Employment Application Guidefor instructions on creating your profile and applying for specific postings.

It is important your application includes all of your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application to receive proper credit. Résumés are not accepted in lieu of fully completed applications.

*NOTE*Many job postings require certain documents be attached to an application. Verify your application is complete and uploaded documents are attached to your applicationbeforesubmitting it. Applications may not be altered after they have been submitted.

All NC Judicial Branch agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers.

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

Charmaine J. Leeks
NC Administrative Office of the Courts
Human Resources Division

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.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Juris Doctor Degree from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law school and an active license to practice law in North Carolina.

Management prefers candidates with at least two years of legal practice and trial experience in juvenile court and a thorough knowledge of the NC Juvenile Code and relevant case law. Experience working with volunteer advocates is also beneficial.

Attach cover letter and résumé.

No phone calls. Applicants who are no longer being considered will be notified by mail or e-mail sometime after the closing date.

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.

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