Appeals & Civil Defense Attorney II

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Police Retirement Plan

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Paid Parental Leave

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long-term Disability

Life Insurance

Job summary

State of South Carolina invites applications for a legal position within the Department of Corrections. The role involves handling appeals under the Administrative Procedures Act and coordinating with outside counsel on civil defenses.

You will provide legal guidance to agency staff, assist in policy interpretation, and support the General Counsel’s Office with orientation and training initiatives.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree or its equivalent from an accredited law school.
• Membership in the South Carolina Bar.
• Complete Rule 403 requirements within six months of employment.
• Experience as a practicing attorney.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

Juris Doctor degree or equivalent from an accredited law school

Job description

State of South Carolina invites applications for a legal position within the Department of Corrections. The role involves handling appeals under the Administrative Procedures Act and coordinating with outside counsel on civil defenses.

You will provide legal guidance to agency staff, assist in policy interpretation, and support the General Counsel’s Office with orientation and training initiatives.