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70000075 Dept of Public Safety
Agency Legal Consultant I (NS)
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The Department of Public Safety's mission is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through preparation, prevention, and protection with integrity and honor. Our agency houses many public safety divisions, including Emergency Management, Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Alcohol Law Enforcement, Samarcand Training Academy, and the North Carolina National Guard. Join us along with our more than 3,000 employees and 12,000 National Guard members in providing exceptional public safety services to the citizens of North Carolina.
Start your HR journey towards success! DPS Central Human Resources in Raleigh, NC is currently accepting applications for an Agency Legal Consultant I in the Employee Relations/Grievance Section.
The Agency Legal Consultant I is responsible for researching, designing, updating and facilitating small group, in-person employment related training for DPS management. This role creates a safe, collaborative learning environment using real-life scenarios and guided discussions. Training topics include reasonable accommodation, disciplinary action processes, grievance procedures, and employment policies.
In addition to training, this position serves as the agency’s Hearing Officer for Step 2 – Employee Advisory Hearings (EAH) in the Formal Employee Grievance process. The role manages all aspects of the hearing process, including reviewing evidence, coordinating logistics, conducting hearings and preparing legal reports that support the final agency decision. The position also ensures compliance with relevant policies and standard operating procedures, learns to process various types of settlement agreements in consultation with the Office of State Human Resources (OSHR), and travels to employee worksites to conduct in-person training and grievance hearings.
The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices and state policies, along with the ability to analyze complex policy and legal information to develop findings and recommendations. The role also requires experience conducting employment-related hearings, evaluating evidence, and preparing clear, legally sound reports.
The ideal candidate must be able to work collaboratively with HR leadership, legal counsel and external agencies such as OSHR. Additionally, prior experience developing and facilitating training for diverse management audiences is essential. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, as well as the ability to handle sensitive matters confidentially and professionally, are also required.
Job duties for this position require driving a state vehicle. A valid driver’s license must be obtained by date of hire.
We value our employees and are committed to providing flexibility in work schedules. This position qualifies for teleworking on a part-time basis as part of the State Telework Program.
This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits, including paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, retirement, and health insurance. To view an example of total compensation, please click here NC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator. The typical work schedule is Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm.
Salary Recruitment Range: $69,704-$87,130
DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.
The Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) is REQUIRED to qualify for this position. Management Preferences, including Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs), are not required but may be used to determine the pool of most qualified applicants. Managers may also choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences.
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All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Work experience may include internships, volunteerism, and full and part-time work. A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant’s potential to qualify for the position, as well as receive the highest possible salary if selected for the position. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations for the advertised position. Click here for more information and application resources.
Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but are not a substitute for a complete application.
The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we are committed to full inclusion of qualified applicants and will review requests for reasonable accommodation to perform essential job functions during the hiring process or while on the job.
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For applicants with student loans, becoming a state employee may include eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.
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The NC Dept. of Public Safety must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape" and you may visit this site for more information: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions. Selected applicants for positions which are subject to PREA will undergo a PREA specific background check. Our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated, or justice involved, and we invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified. Due to the nature of work performed in our agency, prior convictions and/or charges may prohibit employment for positions which are subject to PREA or other position-specific background checks.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. Please log in to your Workday account to check the status of your application. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by the hiring manager. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification when the position is filled.
For more information about the application process, please visit State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions. For technical issues related to your Workday applications, please place a support ticket. For basic information regarding employment with NC State Government, please call 984.236.0800. If you have specific questions about this vacancy other than your application status, please contact MG Orman at martha.g.orman@ncdps.gov.
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Juris Doctor from an appropriately accredited institution.
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.
Martha Grace Orman
MARTHA.G.ORMAN@NCDPS.GOV
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