Advice Counsel

Advice Counsel

Salary

$95,000.00 - $115,000.00 Annually

Location

Lexington County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

60027012- 189644

Agency

Department of Labor, Licensing & Regulation

Division

Division of Legal Services and Enforcement

Opening Date

06/17/2026

Closing Date

7/5/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

AE40

Position Number:

60027012

Normal Work Schedule:

Other

Pay Grade

GEN13

Hiring Range - Min.

$95,000.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$111,500.00

Opening Date

06/17/2026

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

The South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Normal Work Schedule (Other):

The Agencys standard business hours are Monday to Friday (8:30 to 5:00) but a flexible work schedule may be available.

Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

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Job Responsibilities

Come join our team at the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR) where you will experience work-life balance, great benefits, and an exciting career that supports the Agency's mission to make South Carolina a safe place to work and live.

Responsibilities

• You will serve as a senior attorney providing legal advice and counsel to boards and program areas within the Agency, including attending board meetings and hearings.
• You will research and stay knowledgeable on relevant legal issues and identify those that could impact the Agency.
• You will assist with researching the impacts of proposed legislation on licensing boards/commissions and other Agency programs.
• You will assist with drafting and implementing legislation that impact Agency programs.
• You will assist with board and committee meeting materials and drafting a variety of legal advisory memoranda, policies, procedures, and communications.
• You will represent boards in appeals and in state or federal court, meetings, and special task forces and committees.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• A juris doctor degree or its equivalent from an accredited law school and experience as a practicing attorney.
• Member of the SC Bar.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years' experience as a practicing attorney.
• Completion of Rule 403 requirements.
• Considerable knowledge of SC laws, Administrative Procedures Act, policies, standards and procedures of the AGs office, general case, statutory and common law, judicial and quasi-judicial procedures and rules of guidance.
• Ability to interpret laws, analyze facts, evidence and legal instruments, express conclusions and arguments clearly and logically, and make presentations and prepare reports.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Other Requirements

• Position functions primarily in an office environment with extended periods of sitting and standing.
• May require work outside of normal Agency business hours.
• Occasional weekend work and travel (local and overnight).
• May be required to lift, carry, move and/or position objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Daily filing, data entry, telephone and computer use.

Additional Comments

Benefits Offered

The South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for employee, spouse, and children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

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LLR requires individuals to complete an online application to apply for this position. You can access the www.careers.sc.gov website 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, wherever you have internet access. Applicants will be required to submit a copy of their highest earned degree prior to an offer being extended. Applicants who will be required to drive a state or personal vehicle to regularly perform state duties will be required to submit an acceptable 10-year motor vehicle record (MVR) that complies with state and agency fleet guidelines. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation in your application or the supplemental questions may result in your disqualification from employment. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. By completing the application, I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree with the above.

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Have you listed ALL of your previous positions or jobs held for the past 10 years?

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Have you ever worked for the SC Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation? If yes, please provide the approximate dates of work and the last job title held at LLR.

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Have you ever worked for a South Carolina state agency? If yes, please provide the agency name(s), approximate dates of work with each agency, and last job title held for the agency.

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Are you willing to accept a salary within the range of $95,000 to $111,500?

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Do you have ten (10) years' experience as a practicing attorney?

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• No

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Are you a member of the South Carolina Bar and completed Rule 403 requirements?

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• No

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How did you hear about this position with LLR?

• Careers.sc.gov
• Indeed
• Facebook
• Firejobs.com
• Firerescue1.com
• Family or Friend
• LLR Employee
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Employer State of South Carolina

Agency Department of Labor, Licensing & Regulation Address 110 Centerview Drive, Kingstree Building

Columbia, South Carolina, 29210

Phone 803-896-4011

803-896-4325

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.