Senior Legal Counsel — Law Enforcement Training & Appeals

State of South Carolina

Irmo (SC)

Sur place

USD 80 000 - 110 000

Plein temps

Il y a 6 jours

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Résumé du poste

The South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy (SCCJA) is seeking an Attorney III to join its legal team and contribute to statewide law enforcement training and accountability. This role emphasizes legal instruction, curriculum development, and due process in misconduct proceedings.

You will present legal concepts, develop instructional materials, and represent the Academy in contested hearings and appeals before various courts.

Qualifications

Juris doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
Active member of the SC Bar.
Experience as a practicing attorney.
Completion of Rule 403 requirements.

Responsabilités

Provide legal instruction to Basic Law Enforcement and Basic Detention cadets and continuing legal education for law enforcement statewide.
Collaborate to develop legal curricula and ensure accuracy and quality of instructional materials.
Serve as a hearing officer in misconduct hearings involving law enforcement officers and ensure due process protections.
Represent the Academy in contested case hearings and handle appeals before the Administrative Law Court, SC Court of Appeals, and SC Supreme Court.
Research and analyze legal issues involving the Law Enforcement Training Act, constitutional and criminal law, FOIA, and employment law.
Perform other assignments and projects as directed by the General Counsel.