Assistant Attorney General (Attorney III), Securities

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Paid parental leave

Health, dental, vision, long-term, and

Life insurance for employees, spouses,

Children coverage

15 days annual leave

15 days sick leave

13 paid holidays

State Retirement Plan

Deferred Compensation Program

Telecommuting options

Flexible work schedules

Discounts on purchases

Job summary

The State of South Carolina's Securities Section seeks an Assistant Attorney General to perform professional legal work under limited supervision. The role represents the Securities and Money Services Sections during investigative stages and in later proceedings.

The position requires a Juris Doctorate and at least five years of practicing attorney experience, with membership in good standing in the SC Bar. Travel may be required; comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate degree required.
• Minimum 5 years of practicing attorney experience.
• Must be a member in good standing with the SC Bar.
• Must satisfy Rule 403 requirements and be eligible for travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Securities and Money Services Sections in the investigative stages of securities and money services cases.
• Following the investigation, make recommendations regarding the appropriate resolution of assigned cases.
• Prepares pleadings related to assigned cases.
• Successfully negotiates assigned cases.
• Represent the Securities and Money Services Sections in the trial or hearing and appellate phases of assigned cases.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Division Director or the Attorney General.

Skills

Legal analysis

Oral advocacy

South Carolina law

Legal writing

Team leadership

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

About Securities

Under limited supervision, performs professional legal work for the State, its subdivisions, and officials. Assigned to the Securities Section as Assistant Attorney General.

Job Responsibilities

• Represents the Securities and Money Services Sections in the investigative stages of securities and money services cases.
• Following the investigation, make recommendations regarding the appropriate resolution of assigned cases.
• Prepares pleadings related to assigned cases.
• Successfully negotiates assigned cases.
• Represent the Securities and Money Services Sections in the trial or hearing and appellate phases of assigned cases.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Division Director or the Attorney General.

This Position Also Includes An Excellent Benefits Package

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility.
• Paid parental leave.
• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouses, and children.
• Fifteen days of annual (vacation) leave per year.
• Fifteen days of sick leave per year.
• Thirteen paid holidays.
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

A Juris Doctorate Degree and at least 5 years of experience as a practicing attorney.

Necessary Requirement

Must be a member and in good standing with the SC Bar. Must satisfy Rule 403 requirements.

Additional Requirements

• Position may be required to travel to court and transport files.
• Some travel is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the laws of South Carolina. Knowledge of general case, statutory, and common law.
• Knowledge of judicial and quasi-judicial procedures and rules of guidance.
• Ability to interpret and apply laws in court decisions.
• Ability to analyze facts, evidence, and legal instruments.
• Ability to express conclusions and arguments clearly and logically.
• Ability to plan and direct the activities of a legal staff.

Additional Comments

This office is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

EEOP Utilization Report available upon request.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. If you have a limitation or disability that requires an accommodation during the application process, please let us know by emailing [e-mail]

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.

$79,600-$111,500