Top 49 Public interest attorney Jobs in North Carolina

Legal Administrative Manager
Southern Environmental Law Center (SELC) —Chapel Hill, NC
- $84,000 - $95,700 a year
- Online Application
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Management
- Travel reimbursement
- Free parking
Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal)
US Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys —Greensboro, NC
- $82,459 - $197,100 a year
- Part-time
- Background check
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal White-Collar)
US Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys —Greensboro, NC
- $82,459 - $197,100 a year
- Part-time
- Background check
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
13d
Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal) Open and Continuous
US Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys —Raleigh, NC
- $65,563 - $171,487 a year
- Part-time
- Background check
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
- Paid holidays
- Life insurance
Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal) Open and Continuous
U.S. Department of Justice —Raleigh, NC
- $65,563 - $171,487 a year
- Part-time
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Assistant United States Attorney (White-Collar)
U.S. Department of Justice —Greensboro, NC
- $82,459 - $197,100 a year
- Part-time
- Writing skills
- Research
- Mid-level
13d
Assistant Public Defender
State of North Carolina - Judicial Branch —Cumberland County, NC
- $70,000 - $101,299 a year
- Online Application
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- US work authorization
5d
Town Attorney
Town of Apex, NC —Apex, NC
- $180,000 a year
- Part-time
- Background check
- Management
- Pass drug screening
- Wellness program
- Paid parental leave
Assistant United States Attorney (MDNC)
U.S. Department of Justice —Greensboro, NC
- $82,459 - $197,100 a year
- Part-time
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
- Research
3d
Paralegal (Trial Unit)
North Carolina Western Federal Public Defender —Charlotte, NC
- $76,343 - $167,160 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Driver's License
- Life insurance
Senior Associate City Attorney
City of Raleigh —Raleigh, NC
- $119,700 - $191,500 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Office
- Math
3d
Government Relations Specialist
Johnston County, NC —Johnston County, NC
- $88,143.83 - $149,844.49 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- 5 years
- Pass drug screening
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Assistant United States Attorney
U.S. Department of Justice —Greensboro, NC
- $82,459 - $197,100 a year
- Multiple hires
- Writing skills
- Research
- Mid-level
Assistant General Counsel (Full-Time Remote, North Carolina Based)
Alliance Health —Morrisville, NC
- $101,764 - $129,749 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Background check
- 5 years
- Travel
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Attorney IV
State of North Carolina - OSHR Temporary Solutions —Wake County, NC
- $75 an hour
- Full-time
- Senior level
- 4 years
- Retirement plan
Open Rank Clinical Faculty Position, Law
High Point University —High Point, NC
- Full-time
- University
- Senior level
- Teaching
Staff Attorney - Full-time Position (Upcoming Opportunities) - Greenville & Rock Hill
South Carolina Legal Services —Greenville, NC
- $79,008 - $108,180 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Clean driving record
- Computer literacy
PT Custody Advocacy Program Attorney and Coordinator
Ascend Nonprofit Solutions —Charlotte, NC
- From $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Office
- Children
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
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26/27 Communications - Web Manager/Social Media Specialist 222016
Cumberland County Schools —Fayetteville, NC
- $4,257 - $6,283 a month
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- High school
- Marketing
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
5d
Paralegal II
State of North Carolina - Commerce —Wake County, NC
- $57,606 - $71,000 a year
- Full-time
- High school
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
5d

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Legal Administrative Manager

Southern Environmental Law Center (SELC)
Chapel Hill, NC

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Job Details

Full-time
$84,000 - $95,700 a year

Benefits

Travel reimbursement
Free parking
Health savings account
AD&D insurance
Disability insurance
Relocation assistance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Work from home
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Loan forgiveness
Opportunities for advancement
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
Retirement plan
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Employee onboarding
Management
Presentation software
Team leadership
Managing legal teams
Employee training
Communication platforms
Administrative experience
Team development
Hiring
Bachelor's degree
Continuous improvement
Mentoring
Collaborative technology platforms
Microsoft Teams
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Law office experience
Leadership
Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description

The Southern Environmental Law Center (SELC) is seeking a Legal Administrative Manager in our Chapel Hill, NC office. This individual will join our Administration team and report to our Director of Administration. The Legal Administrative Manager works with the NC Office Director and the Director of Administration to manage legal support staff, including hiring, onboarding, mentoring, and supporting their professional development. This role is also responsible for coordinating administrative coverage for legal filings, assisting with onboarding attorney and policy staff in the Chapel Hill office, and liaising with the Legal Practice Administrator to develop and strengthen legal support best practices and trainings. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly successful, nationally recognized organization that is effectively addressing some of the most pressing and challenging environmental issues throughout the South and the nation.

SELC has a hybrid work model that offers employees flexibility to work remotely up to two days per week. This is a full-time, exempt position.

Primary Responsibilities:

Supervise up to ten legal support staff including hiring and training; conduct regular check-ins and annual performance reviews; and synthesize feedback from attorneys.
Manage the in-office schedule for legal administrative staff to ensure coverage for legal filings and other office duties.
Communicate regularly with attorneys to monitor staff workloads and adjust as needed; discuss performance.
Facilitate team debrief discussions after filings or projects to assess what worked, synthesize lessons learned, and develop improvements for future work.
Develop and implement professional development plans; partner with Director of Administration to ensure adoption of new legal assistant position framework in Chapel Hill.
Partner with Legal Practice Administrator and Director of Administration to gather and develop professional development resources and trainings.
Lead regular meetings with Chapel Hill legal assistants to coordinate schedules, plan upcoming work, share knowledge and tips, and identify solutions to challenges.
Coordinate with the Legal Practice Administrator to address legal support questions, resolve issues, and identify training needs.
Assist the Office Operations Manager with onboarding legal and policy staff; serve as a member on the internal Onboarding Committee.
Pay North Carolina bar dues and other local dues for attorneys.
Provide backup support to attorneys as needed (as appropriate based on experience).
Partner with IT to establish e-discovery best practices and serve as a regional resource (as appropriate based on experience).

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum 8 years of relevant administrative and people management experience, with a demonstrated track record of successfully managing and mentoring staff in both in-person and remote settings, including hiring and training.
Excellent communicator. Strong written and verbal communicator with experience collaborating across large groups of staff and across departments; skilled at adapting communication style and handling sensitive situations with professionalism.
Solutions-oriented. Adaptable and solutions-focused, with a positive mindset. Encourages team input to foster collaboration and continuous improvement.
Technical Capabilities. Demonstrates a strong working knowledge and practical experience in utilizing digital tools, including Microsoft applications (Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and specialized platforms for legal operations and administrative processes.

Desired Qualifications:

Advanced degree preferred.
Legal or policy experience, preferably within a law firm, environmental organization, or nonprofit, or a willingness to learn and develop in‑depth understanding of the practice of law and environmental advocacy.
Paralegal experience with document preparation and processing, Bluebook citations, Tables of Authorities, interpreting court rules, and using electronic court filing platforms.
Hands-on e-discovery experience using e-discovery platform(s) to support document collection and review, tagging, productions, and privilege logs.
A genuine interest in and commitment to helping SELC create and foster an equitable and inclusive workplace that welcomes people from across the rich racial and cultural diversity of our region.

About SELC:

The Southern Environmental Law Center is one of the nation’s most powerful defenders of the environment, rooted in the South. With a long track record, SELC takes on the toughest environmental challenges in court, in government, and in our communities to protect our region’s air, water, climate, wildlife, lands, and people. Nonprofit and nonpartisan, the organization has a staff of over 250, including more than 160 legal and policy experts and advocates. Headquartered in Charlottesville, VA, SELC has offices in Asheville, Atlanta, Birmingham, Chapel Hill, Charleston, Nashville, Richmond, and Washington, DC.

At our core, we are place-based, rooted in our region, and connected with the communities and clients we serve. We believe in an equitable and inclusive workplace that welcomes people from across the rich racial and cultural diversity of our region and values diverse perspectives. We approach our work with the highest level of integrity, holding ourselves to high standards with an emphasis on honesty, accountability, and thoughtfulness. We value collaboration and camaraderie, realizing we are strongest when we work together and knowing that everyone has a critical role to play. We strive for impact through a strategic, bold, pragmatic, and ambitious outlook that is dedicated to achieving powerful results. We believe in these values and in the power of SELC. We hope you consider joining us. Learn more at https://www.selc.org/.

Compensation & Benefits:

SELC offers salaries competitive with other leading environmental nonprofits nationally and provides an excellent benefits package. The starting salary range for this position is $84,000- $95,700, based on experience. For more details about our benefits package, please visit our Careers page.

SELC is a PSLF (Public Service Loan Forgiveness) eligible employer.  All employees are required to reside in our region.

SELC will provide relocation reimbursement up to a specific dollar amount for those relocating at least 50 miles from their current primary residence.

To Apply:

To apply, click on the ‘Apply’ button below to be directed to an online application where you may upload your application materials. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and professional references. The initial deadline for receipt of complete applications is Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 11:59 pm ET. However, applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

SELC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace environment. We are eager to welcome new team members who share this commitment. Qualified individuals of all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

Pay: $84,000.00 - $95,700.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
AD&D insurance
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Free parking
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Opportunities for advancement
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Parental leave
Retirement plan
Travel reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chapel Hill, NC 27514

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