Richland County, South Carolina
Assistant Attorney General (Attorney I), Criminal Appeals
Job details
- Location
- Richland County, South Carolina
- Work type
- Onsite
- Posted
- 4 weeks ago
- Apply on
- governmentjobs.com
About this role
About the Department
About Criminal Appeals
Under general supervision, performs professional legal work for the State, its subdivisions, and officials. Assigned to the Criminal Appeals Section as Assistant Attorney General.
- Under limited supervision, represents the State of South Carolina in criminal appeals resulting from criminal prosecution throughout the state and performs professional legal work relating to criminal appeals through the entirety of the appellate process, which includes reading transcripts, conducting necessary research, and preparing briefs and related pleadings in our state’s appellate courts and the United States Supreme Court as necessary.
- Under limited supervision, represents the State during oral arguments before the South Carolina Supreme Court, South Carolina Court of Appeals, and other courts as necessary in connection with the legal work related to criminal appeals.
- Provides responses to requests for advice or assistance from solicitors and law enforcement entities regarding criminal matters or issues, and timely responds to telephone calls and other contacts.
- Performs related duties required or assigned by the division director or section supervisor, such as handling post-conviction relief appeals when necessary and other cases outside primary subject assignment.
- Promptly advises victim advocates of any development and/or status of assigned cases in accordance with the State’s constitutional responsibilities to victims of crime.
- Must maintain an accurate calendar of all due dates.
- Collects and reviews incoming mail, provides appropriate processing instructions, and ensures all due dates are noted on the calendar. The attorney must place his or her initials on all mail and incoming letters, pleadings, emails (that are filed), or other documents to verify that the attorney has reviewed the matter.
- Is responsible for ensuring LawBase is properly and promptly updated to reflect the action in all cases for which the attorney is responsible.
- Is responsible for maintaining and promptly closing all case files, which includes ensuring all documents are clipped down in all files unless too large to secure with fasteners (i.e., lengthy transcripts or bound briefs).
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 per year.
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.
Position Duties
Juris Doctorate Degree
Necessary Requirements: Must be a member and in good standing with the South Carolina Bar. Must satisfy Rule 403 requirements prior to your start date.
Additional Requirements:
- Position may require overnight travel.
- Position may be required to travel and transport files.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be flexible to travel, must be organized, and be able to work independently in meeting deadlines;
- Excellent written skills required; operates dictation equipment.
- Will operate Westlaw.
- Must be able to transport files to court.
Other Qualifications
DRUG SCREENING, CREDIT CHECK, DELINQUENT TAX CHECK, SLED BACKGROUND CHECK, AND GRIEVANCE CHECK ARE REQUIRED.
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 [email protected]
Benefits
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.
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.
Supplemental Questions
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What is your current salary?
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Please select all that apply:
- I have a Juris Doctorate Degree
- I am an active member of the SC Bar
- I am a Non-Active Member of the SC Bar
- I am in Good Standing with the SC Bar
- I have satisfied 403 Requirements
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How many years of experience do you have as an experienced practicing attorney?
- No Experience
- Less than three years of experience
- Three or more years of experience
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Please explain in detail your experience as a practicing attorney. Note: "Failure to provide detailed and complete information may result in your application not being referred."
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Do you have any prior, pending or any grievance matters with the Office of Disciplinary Counsel, Commission on Lawyer Conduct?
- Yes
- No
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I acknowledge that I may be required to complete a SparkHire One-Way Virtual interview as part of the hiring process if the Hiring Manager desires an interview.
- Yes
- No
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Agency Information
EmployerState of South CarolinaAgency Attorney General's Office Address 1000 Assembly Street, Dennis Bldg.Columbia, South Carolina, 29201 Phone803-734-3970
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