Staff Attorney

Staff Attorney

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Richland County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

194580

Agency

Workers Compensation Commission

Division

Admin/General Cousel

Opening Date

10/26/2026

Closing Date

12/4/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Please apply online

Residency Requirement

Yes

Class Code:

AE20

Position Number:

60024940

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Grade

GEN11

Hiring Range - Min.

$67,728.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$69,000.00

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran Preference Statement

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

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Job Responsibilities

The South Carolina Workers' Compensation Commission Office of General Counsel seeks a motivated, knowledgeable attorney with 1-3 years of experience to provide legal advice and counsel to the Commissioners by drafting Single Commissioner opinions and order instructions, appellate panel opinions, and legislation. The Staff Attorney position also manages the appellate order triage process and assists with legal education and outreach programs. Under limited supervision, the Staff Attorney reports to the Commission's General Counsel.

This role requires strong legal knowledge, excellent verbal and written communication skills, the ability to interpret and apply laws and judicial decisions using sound legal judgment, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. The attorney will frequently interact with Commissioners, attorneys, and other stakeholders.

Job duties include:

• Perform legal research to edit and draft appellate orders for the Workers Compensation Commissioners. Respond to Commissioners requests for edits and additional legal guidance.
• As assigned by General Counsel, prepare, draft, or revise Single Commissioner decisions and orders for the Commissioners and Legal Department.
• Represent the Commission in pending litigation under the supervision of General Counsel.
• Provide legal guidance and advise the Commissioners on areas of South Carolina Law such as the Workers Compensation Act, Rules of Civil Procedure, Administrative Procedures Act, FOIA, Rules of Evidence, Code of Judicial Conduct, and the Ethics Act.
• Provide educational outreach services to stakeholders through the preparation and presentation of course materials and coordination of claims management and workers compensation seminars. Monitor relevant higher court decisions and pending relevant legislation impacting the Commission.
• Research, draft, and prepare administrative regulations for filing and approval by the Commission and the General Assembly.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Minimum and Additional Requirements:

• A Juris Doctor degree or its equivalent from an accredited law school and experience as a practicing attorney.
• South Carolina Bar Membership in good standing with an active South Carolina Law License.

Preferred Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of South Carolina law.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to apply laws and judicial decisions.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong time management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Any combination of one or more of the following certifications, professional licenses, and experience is preferred but is not required.

• Experience with/or prior courses taken relating to Workers' Compensation
• Law Review/ Law Journal experience
• Prior judicial clerkship experience
• Completion of Rule 403 requirements.

Additional Comments

The Workers Compensation Commission ensures equal employment opportunities for all applicants. It does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions and lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.

The Workers Compensation Commission offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Children.
• 15 days of annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days of sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• 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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Have you passed the SC BAR?

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Employer State of South Carolina

Agency Workers Compensation Commission Address 1333 Main Street

Suite 500

Columbia, South Carolina, 29201

Phone 803-737-5700

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.