Richland County, South Carolina
Assistant Attorney General (Attorney II), General and Special Prosecution
Job details
- Location
- Richland County, South Carolina
- Work type
- Onsite
- Compensation
- $67,728 - $121,890/yr
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
- Apply on
- governmentjobs.com
About this role
About the Department
About General ProsecutionAbout Special Prosecution
Come join the General and Special Prosecution team of the SC Attorney General’s Office! Prosecutors get to travel throughout the state and handle a variety of cases; everything from drug cases to murders, hit and runs to human trafficking. You’ll have the opportunity to work with various law enforcement agencies, different defense bars, and appear before judges across the state. On this team, you’ll be able to grow your litigation skills and have the chance to work on impactful legislation. Check out some of the cases we’ve worked on recently!
State V. John Blauvelt as seen on 48 Hours
First Human Trafficking Guilty Trial Verdict:
Guilty verdict in 35-year-old no-body homicide cold case:
Murder Conviction in Spartanburg County
Guilty Plea in Manslaughter case after locating the missing body
Performs under limited supervision legal work for the State, its subdivisions, and officials. Primarily assigned to the General and Special Prosecution Unit of the Criminal Division, serving as an Assistant Attorney General.- Case Intake and Evaluation: Assists in the beginning stages of a case being referred to and accepted by the office
- Case Management and Progression: Advances the case through the judicial system in an appropriate manner.
- Case Disposition: Seeks a just resolution in all cases.
- Docket Management: Handles their caseload and provides relevant information for reporting.
- Miscellaneous Matters: Handles miscellaneous matters assigned, including attending and conducting training.
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.
Position Duties
Juris Doctorate Degree with three to seven years of experience as a practicing attorney.
Necessary Requirements: Must be a member and in good standing with the South Carolina Bar. Must satisfy Rule 403 requirements
Additional Requirements:
- Position may require travel overnight.
- Position may require travel and transporting files
Minimum 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.
Other Qualifications
DRUG SCREENING, CREDIT CHECK, DELINQUENT TAX CHECK, AND SLED BACKGROUND CHECKS 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?
02
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
03
If you are not a member in good standing of the South Carolina Bar and have not completed the 403 requirements, are you eligible and willing to take the next South Carolina Bar examination and complete the required certifications?
- Yes
- No
04
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
05
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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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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- 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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