Bar Admissions Coordinator, Senior
Salary
$57,758.00 - $72,197.00 Annually
Location
Richland County, SC
Job Type
FTE - Full-Time
Job Number
192626
Agency
Judicial Branch
Division
Supreme Court
Opening Date
09/08/2026
Closing Date
9/18/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:
AH1019
Position Number:
60003002
Normal Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade
Unclassified
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:
Interested persons meeting the required qualifications may submit an application at www.careers.sc.gov. All questions on the application must be completed and should include all work history and education. A resume may be included but will not be accepted or reviewed in lieu of an incomplete application. Supplemental questions are considered a part of your application and must be completed.
Veteran Preference Statement
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Under limited supervision, serves as a Senior Coordinator in the Office of Bar Admissions. Collaborates with the Assistant Manager and Manager in scheduling and conducting any necessary hearings before the Committee on Character in Fitness. Assists the Assistant Manager and Manager in scheduling, and conducting the South Carolina Bar Examination. Processes applications for admission to practice law and for licensing as foreign legal consultant. Processes requests for certificates of good standing, applications to be admitted pro hac vice, requests for approval of trial experiences, requests for certification as lead counsel in death penalty cases. Processes requests for copies of prior applications. Responds to questions from applicants and the public about the bar admissions process.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION
- Provide professional support to the Bar Admissions Manager and Assistant Manager. Senior in the processing of applications for the admission to practice law in South Carolina and the administration of the bar examination.
- Monitors the progress of applications for admission to practice law through the admission process by reviewing applications to ensure they are substantially complete or become substantially complete. Enters each applicant into the electronic application software, an electronic system that stores and records information regarding applications for admission or licensing. Drafting of correspondence to applicants to obtain missing information. Corresponds with other jurisdictions regarding bar applicants. Creates an accurate record of any fees that are received and processes those fees for timely deposit.
- Acts as a liaison to the Committee on Character and Fitness (Committee). Facilitates personal interviews between Committee members and applicants. Creates a yearly schedule for this twenty-four member committee for those applicants requiring a C&F hearing. Schedules, coordinates, and attends all hearings held by the Committee. Assigns each application for admission or licensing to the Committee for review and makes the applications available to the member electronically. If a petition for reinstatement or readmission to the practice of law is referred to the Committee by the Clerk of Court, provides the petition to the members of the Committee electronically. Determines if additional information is needed to evaluate an applicant and obtains this information for the Committee. Obtains any additional information as requested by the Committee. Files the Committees report and recommendations regarding an application or petition for reinstatement or readmission with the Supreme Court, and monitors matters which have been assigned to each member of the Committee to ensure that action is taken in a timely manner, following up with the Committee members as necessary.
- Collaborates with the Manager and Assistant Manager in preparing for the South Carolina Bar Examination which is administered in February and July, with approximately 700 persons being tested each year. This examination, which is composed of the Multistate Bar Examination, the Multistate Performance Test and Multistate Essay Examination, is designed to ensure that an applicant for admission has adequate legal knowledge and skills to practice law. Prior to each Bar Examination, organizes all necessary supplies for examination, including identification cards, and materials for each examinee.
- Hires and arranges for the training of thirty-five to forty proctors to assist with the administration of each Bar Examination. Assigns roles to the proctors and supervises the proctors assigned to the Special Accommodations room during the Bar Examination.
- During the Bar Examination, provides the proctor in each testing room with the testing materials and instructions so that the proctor can administer the examination. Supervises the proctors in the Special Accommodations room and contacts the Manager for guidance if a problem occurs in the administration of the examination.
- Schedules those applicants who have successfully completed all requirements for admission for a Bar Admissions Ceremony. Assists the Manager in organizing and conducting a swearing-in ceremony. Ensures that the new admittees are entered in the Attorney Information System, the electronic database of all persons who are admitted to practice law or licensed as a foreign legal consultant in South Carolina.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
- A high school diploma or GED and three (3) years of progessively responsible administrative experience.
- Proficient in the use of modern office technology including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint), scanners, fax machines, microfilm, postage machines and copiers.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS
- Must have a complete understanding of the rules governing all types of admission to the South Carolina Bar.
- Understands and complies with all ethical requirements applicable to court employees and maintains confidentiality regarding all non-public information related to applications for bar admission.
- Requires attention to detail.
- Must possess time management and organizational skills.
- Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines under pressure.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to communicate effectively and clearly, both orally and in writing.
- Must have a complete understanding of grammar, punctuation, and spelling to help identify errors in opinions, orders and other documents.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associates degree or higher preferred. Prior experience working for a court, in a court related field, or as a paralegal.
Additional Comments
The South Carolina Judicial Branch offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that include:
- Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children;
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs (Temporary positions have option to enroll);
- 15 days paid annual (vacation) leave per year;
- 15 days paid sick leave per year;
- Option to designate 10 days of earned paid sick leave per year as family sick leave;
- 13 paid state holidays;
- Paid Parental Leave; and
- Workers' Compensation Benefits.
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.
Employer State of South Carolina
Agency Judicial Branch Address 1220 Senate Street
Suite 101
Columbia, South Carolina, 29201
Phone 803-734-1970
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