Attorney, Case Management, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Driver's License, Health Insurance, Interpret Regulations, Legal, Litigation, Organizational Skills, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Columbia, SC
POSTED
6 days ago
Location : Richland County, SC Job Type: FTE - Full-Time Job Number: 187933 Agency: Attorney General's Office Opening Date: 05/04/2026 Closing Date: 6/30/2026 5:00 PM Eastern Residency Requirement: No Class Code:: AE20 Position Number:: 61159376 Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00) Pay Grade: GEN11 Hiring Range - Min.: $66,400.00 Hiring Range - Max.: $119,500.00 Opening Date: 05/04/2026 EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer Agency Specific Application Procedures:: "All applicants must apply via careers.sc.gov. Failure to provide detailed and complete information will result in your application not being referred." Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities Under general supervision, primarily provides legal advice, counsel, and representation to the State, State agencies, and officials relating to civil litigation and other non-criminal matters.
Provides legal advice, counsel, and representation to the State, and as directed, to State agencies, public officials, and political subdivisions of the State (collectively the "State").
Manages caseload, and researches and prepares high-quality documents.
Represents the State, and as directed, State agencies, public officials, and political subdivisions of the State (collectively the "State"), and its interests in contested matters by appearing in all courts at all levels.
Coordinates enforcement of the South Carolina Underground Facility Damage Prevention Act (the "SC811 Act")
Serves as extradition hearing officer for the State of South Carolina.
Serves as attorney to the State Employee Grievance Committee.
Serves as coordinator for all FOIA requests sent to the Attorney General's Office, and provides legal advice and counsel to all employees of the Office on all matters relating to FOIA.
Performs other duties as assigned.
This position also includes an excellent benefits package:
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility.
Paid parental leave.
Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouses, and children.
Fifteen days of annual (vacation) leave per year.
Fifteen days of sick leave per year.
Thirteen paid holidays.
State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
J.D. Degree. Must be a member of the South Carolina Bar and have satisfied the 403 requirements.
Additional Requirements:
Position may require overnight travel.
Position may require employee to work evenings and weekends.
Position requires a valid driver's license.
Position may be required to travel and transport files.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of the laws of South Carolina. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to interpret and apply laws and judicial decisions.
Additional Comments
DRUG SCREENING, CREDIT CHECK, DELINQUENT TAX CHECK, AND SLED BACKGROUND CHECKS REQUIRED. THIS OFFICE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.
EEOP Utilization Report available upon request. 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. 01
Are you willing to accept a salary between $66,400.00 - $119,500.00?
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What is your current salary? 03
Do you have a Juris Doctorate degree, are you an active member in good standing with the SC Bar, and have you satisfied the 403 requirements?
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If you are not a member in good standing of the South Carolina Bar and have not completed the 403 requirements, are you eligible and willing to take the next South Carolina Bar examination and complete the required certifications?
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How many years of experience do you have as a practicing attorney?
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Do you have any prior or pending grievance matter(s) with the Office of Disciplinary Counsel or Commission on Lawyer Conduct?
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