Jobs at North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Represent indigent clients charged with criminal offenses in District and Superior Court, focusing on high-level felony cases. Conduct legal research, develop defense strategies, investigate cases, negotiate with prosecutors, prepare and present evidence at hearings and trials, maintain client communication, visit clients in jail/prison, and adhere to ethical standards while collaborating with colleagues and support staff.

As a Telecommunicator, you will coordinate emergency response efforts, relay information to first responders, and support public safety communications in high-pressure situations.

The role involves coordinating emergency and non-emergency responses, operating communication systems, and acting as a liaison between the public and first responders.

Provide clerical and administrative support to the Mental Health Department at Craven Correctional Institution, including typing, transcription, mail processing, filing, drafting correspondence, and supporting psychological staff. Requires strong computer and office-equipment proficiency, good communication skills, and the ability to meet deadlines under occasional stressful conditions.

Provide HR administrative support at a medium custody correctional facility: prepare interview packages and schedule hires, run background checks (DCI certification), serve as benefits representative and conduct orientations, maintain employee records, enter timesheets into SAP Payroll, and assist with workers' compensation, FMLA, ADA, leave processing and personnel file organization.

Perform audits of motor fuel suppliers, distributors, and service stations to ensure compliance with state motor fuels, motor carrier, and motor vehicle tax laws. Examine tax returns and records, apply tax law, maintain audit plans, schedule interviews, prepare audit reports, and perform on-site audits which may require overnight and out-of-state travel.

The Highway Patrol Telecommunicator in Training coordinates emergency and non-emergency communications, prioritizes responses, and supports law enforcement and public safety operations.

Represent clients in criminal district and superior court, interview and visit clients, prepare and file motions, request investigations, conduct legal research, and perform trial advocacy including opening statements, witness examinations, objections, and closing arguments. Position located in Cleveland County.

Probation/Parole Officers supervise offenders, conduct assessments, manage cases, ensure compliance, and maintain professional relationships with law enforcement and court personnel. They are required to carry firearms and respond to crises.

Magistrates are judicial officers who evaluate criminal charge requests, issue criminal process and search warrants, conduct initial appearances and bond hearings, preside over Small Claims Court, and perform marriage ceremonies. This full-time role requires irregular hours (nights, weekends, holidays), proficiency with office/computer skills, knowledge of North Carolina court procedures, and residency in Caldwell County or a contiguous county at time of nomination.

The Staff Development Specialist assists in the administration of criminal justice training programs, coordinates logistics, and supports onsite operations.