Attorney I (#018991) Office of General Counsel, Columbia (RICHLAND)

Attorney I (#018991) Office of General Counsel, Columbia (RICHLAND)

Salary

$57,700.00 - $80,800.00 Annually

Location

Richland County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

018991

Agency

Department of Corrections

Division

General Counsel

Opening Date

04/22/2026

Closing Date

5/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

AE10

Position Number:

018991

Normal Work Schedule:

Other

Pay Grade

GEN10

Hiring Range - Min.

$57,700.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$80,800.00

Opening Date

04/22/2026

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

This position is recruited through governmentjobs.com only. You must apply Online via the South Carolina Department of Corrections Career website www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sc/scdc to be considered as an applicant for this position. Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to: Recruiting and Employment Services (803) 896-1649.

Normal Work Schedule (Other):

Work Time: Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM) Hours/ Week: 37.50 hrs. Shift/Work Schedule: 02

Veteran Preference Statement

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

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Job Responsibilities

• Assists the General Counsels Office and the Inmate Records Office in providing daily legal advice and opinions, particularly with respect to sentencing matters.
• Provides legal advice to agency employees, attorneys, court officials and other agencies in the interpretation of the law and agency policies and procedures, to include interpretation of sentencing sheets and related documents.
• Responds to correspondence from attorneys, court officials, state agencies and inmates, primarily with respect to sentencing issues.
• Represents the agency in defense of cases filed by inmates involving sentencing issues, including investigation, case preparation, trial presentation and appeals.
• Representation may include complex and/or sensitive litigation.
• Reviews agency policy and develops new agency policy to comport with relevant statutes and case law.
• Performs legal duties as required by the Office of General Counsel and the Inmate Records Office.
• Position requires daily contact with inmates.
• Resume requested but not required

Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:

Recruiting and Employment Services

(803) 896-1649

Employment@doc.sc.gov

Minimum and Additional Requirements

State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements:

A juris doctor degree or its equivalent from an accredited law school.

SCDC Minimum Requirements:

• A juris doctor degree or its equivalent from an accredited law school.
• Membership in the South Carolina Bar within six (6) months of entry into the position.
• Must satisfy rule 403 Requirements within six (6) months of hiring.

Additional Comments

The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.

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 currently an employee of the South Carolina Department of Corrections?

• Yes
• No

02

If yes, how long have you been in your current position? (N/A if no)

03

For background check purposes, please give your full date of birth in MM/DD/YY format.

04

How would you describe your level of education?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate
• None of the Above

05

Do you currently hold membership in the South Carolina Bar, or can you obtain membership within six (6) months of entry into the position?

• Yes
• No

06

Can you satisfy Rule 403 Requirements within six (6) months of hiring?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have a juris doctor degree or its equivalent from an accredited law school?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency Department of Corrections Address 4444 Broad River Road

Columbia, South Carolina, 29210

Phone 803-896-1649

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.