Location: Wake County, NC
Agency
Office of Administrative Hearings
Division
Rules
Job Classification Title
Attorney I (NS)
Position Number
65044585
Grade
LG07
About Us
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.
Description of Work
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 Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
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.
Job description provided by State of North Carolina.
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