Job Description***Recruitment Range: $70,000 - $110,000 Annually***What you will do:Our investigative counsel is crucial to legislative oversight. In this role, you will
- work directly with Republican members of the House Oversight Committee to prepare for hearings and examinations,
- pursue records, data, and timely answers from state and local government agencies, schools, and others to guide investigations and committee hearings,
- develop precise, productive lines of questioning designed to probe agency testimony, challenge unsupported claims, and establish a clear public record during oversight proceedings, and
- work closely with the Staff Director and senior counsel in leadership offices to coordinate legal strategy, legislative strategy, committee hearings, and accountability efforts.
As Investigative Counsel for staff of the Joint Legislative Commission on Governmental Operations (Gov Ops), you will work closely with the staff director, counsel in the Speaker's office, counsel in the Majority Leader's office, and legislative members. You will need to think strategically about North Carolina law, judicial precedent, administrative code, and government practice.
This role offers a rare opportunity to hold government accountable with real authority, direct access to leadership, and room to build your own abilities.
Who you are:- Possess an active license to practice law in North Carolina.
- Experience in prosecution, discovery, or political environments.
- Strong work ethic and intellectual curiosity with an interest in the legislative process, oversight, and investigative work.
- Ability to write quickly with clarity and concision.
- Commitment to accountability and effective government.
- Professional judgment and discretion when handling sensitive materials.
The NC General Assembly offers:- Paid vacation, sick, parental, and community service leave.
- Longevity pay after 36 months of State service with the General Assembly.
- Participation in health insurance options, a defined benefit retirement plan, supplemental retirement plans 401(k) and 457, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis).
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:Education & Experience: We will only consider candidates with an active license to practice law in North Carolina.
SUPPLEMENTAL AND CONTACT INFORMATION:Applicant Instructions:To apply for this position, submit the North Carolina General Assembly application packet through the NC General Assembly website:
https://careers.ncleg.gov/To be considered for this posting, applicants
must submit the following materials in the application packet:
- A fully completed North Carolina General Assembly Application
- A detailed cover letter demonstrating the candidate's understanding of the position, how the candidate's experience and education are relevant, and why the candidate is interested in the position
- A current résumé (maximum length - 2 pages)
All applicant materials will be carefully reviewed for content and completeness.
To be considered for this position, all applicants must submit the General Assembly application packet by 5:00 P.M. on Monday, September 9, 2026.
Agency Contact Information:For additional information or questions about this vacancy announcement, please contact:
Joe Coletti, House Majority Oversight Staff Director
Joint Legislative Commission on Governmental Operations
(919) 831-4261
***Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application.***
