Attorney I (#018843) Office of General Counsel, Columbia (RICHLAND)

• Handles appeal under the administrative procedures act and manages the department's response.

• Assists outside counsel in defense of civil lawsuits, including investigation and case preparation.

• Provides legal guidance to agency employees, attorneys, court officials and other agencies in the interpretation of state and federal laws and agency policies and procedures.

• Assists General Counsel's Office with agency orientation and legal training.

• Practice areas for the General Counsel's Office include constitutional law, litigation, contracts, employment law, appeals and administrative law.  

Available Benefits: 

• Police Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness.                                        

• Paid Parental Leave.                                                     

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long-term Disability, and Life insurance for employees, spouses, and children.                                                                            

State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements:

SCDC Minimum Requirements: 

(Or an acceptable equivalency as approved by the Division of State Human Resources).

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

• Membership in the South Carolina bar and completion of rule 403 requirements within six (6) months of employment.                                                   

The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate based on 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.