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North Carolina's Top-Paid State Employees | Raleigh News

North Carolina’s top-paid state employee is Kevin SigRist, CIO of the new NC Investment Authority, earning $772,500 — with nine others from his agency also cracking the top ten. Created just months ago, this agency now manages all state pension and investment funds, paying market rates that explain the hefty salaries. Before its formation, these employees were part of the State Treasurer’s Office. Next on the list is former museum director Valerie Hillings at $371,000, followed by high-earning doctors in health and corrections. With recent budget raises for teachers and shifting compensation…

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