Senior Assistant Solicitor - Orangeburg

Dorchester County; St. George (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorchester County seeks an experienced prosecutor to lead prosecution of serious criminal cases, including trial preparation, plea agreements, hearings, and jury trials. You will prepare necessary reports and engage courteously with colleagues and citizens while operating independently under limited supervision.

The role requires a Juris Doctorate, SC Bar admission, and at least eight years in criminal law or a related field. Normal hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school.
• South Carolina Bar Admission and Certification.
• Eight years of criminal law or related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

Responsibilities

• Assess, negotiate, and resolve cases in the office.
• Resolve cases in court.
• Advises, trains, and discuss issues/solutions with other lawyers.
• Correspond with law enforcement and opposing counsel.
• Assist law enforcement as necessary.
• Review and maintain case files and discovery.
• Draft motions and legal filings.
• Extend plea offers.
• Prosecute General Session matters.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Skills

Trial litigation

Negotiation

Legal advice

Education

Juris Doctorate degree

South Carolina Bar Admission

Eight years of criminal law experience

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The purpose of this job is to provides prosecution of serious criminal cases for Dorchester County, including trial preparation, plea agreements, hearings, court filings and jury trials; prepares necessary reports; and deals courteously and effectively with fellow employees and citizens.

This position works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assess, negotiate, and resolve cases in the office.
• Resolve cases in court.
• Advises, trains, and discuss issues/solutions with other lawyers.
• Correspond with law enforcement and opposing counsel.
• Assist law enforcement as necessary.
• Review and maintain case files and discovery.
• Draft motions and legal filings.
• Extend plea offers.
• Prosecute General Session matters.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school.
• South Carolina Bar Admission and Certification
• Eight years of criminal law or related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Qualifications, Certifications and Licenses

• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
• South Carolina Bar Admission and Certification

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

Work is performed?dealing with crisis situations that require making major decisions involving people, resources, and property.

Dorchester?County has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not?represent?in any way a contract of employment.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position; typical work hours and days are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but employees must be available during the “core” work hours of 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and must work 40 hour each week to maintain full‑time status.

E.O.E. Dorchester County does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services.