State of South Carolina, SC
Richland County, South Carolina
Assistant Attorney General (Attorney III), Securities
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- Location
- Richland County, South Carolina
- Work type
- Onsite
- Compensation
- $79,600 - $111,500/yr
- Posted
- yesterday
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About this role
About the Department
About SecuritiesUnder limited supervision, performs professional legal work for the State, its subdivisions, and officials. Assigned to the Securities Section as Assistant Attorney General.
- 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.
Position Duties
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.
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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Are you willing to accept a salary between $79,600-$111,500?
- Yes
- No
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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
04
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
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How many years of experience do you have as an experienced practicing attorney?
- No Experience
- Less than five years of experience
- Five 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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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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