N.C. Gen. Stat. § 126A-8-1: Just cause, disciplinary actions, and grievances.

The Commission shall establish policies on just cause, disciplinary actions, and grievances, including the following:

(1) The definition of just cause.

(2) The investigation of complaints and the issuing of binding corrective orders or other appropriate action concerning employment, promotion, demotion, transfer, discharge, reinstatement, and any other issue defined as a contested case issue under G.S. 126A-8-5(c).

(3) The assessment of reasonable attorneys' fees and witnesses' fees against the agency involved in the grievance.

(4) An alternative dispute resolution procedure.

(5) The disciplinary demotion, suspension, or dismissal of employees and the disciplinary process.

(6) The grievance process.

(7) Review and approval of settlements, including authorization for agencies to enter into settlement agreements for remedies other than back pay, front pay, other omitted benefits, and attorneys' fees. (2026-40, s. 1.)