Attorney I #26-173
Job details
- Location
- Richland County, South Carolina
- Work type
- Onsite
- Compensation
- $64,774 - $88,306/yr
- Posted
- 1 week ago
- Apply on
- governmentjobs.com
About this role
About the Department
Under limited supervision of the General Counsel, represents the South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services in contested case hearings, administrative hearings including Office of Motor Vehicle Hearings, the Administrative Law Court, and other appeals as assigned; conducts research and drafts pleadings regarding the Ignition Interlock Device Program (IIDP); provides legal training to agents and other staff and outside stakeholders regarding the IID Program; provides legal advice to all level of employees related to their jobs; drafts and reviews policies and procedures, legislative bills, resolutions and amendments; and performs other duties upon request of the General Counsel, the Associate Deputy Director for the Division of Legal Services, and the Deputy Director for the Division of Legal Services.
Position Duties
A juris doctor degree or its equivalent from an accredited law school; Member of the S.C. Bar.
Minimum Qualifications
Proficient knowledge of the laws of South Carolina, and in particular, proficient knowledge of law concerning Administrative Hearings, probation and parole issues; ability to interpret and apply laws and judicial decisions; ability to communicate effectively; proficiency in Westlaw research; proficiency in MS Word, MS Office, and other related software, highly skilled in writing and analysis; ability to work with limited supervision to meet deadlines.
Other Qualifications
Please note: This is an entirely on-site, in-office position.
SCDPPPS DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS ARE CONSIDERED DURING THE INTERVIEW PHASE.
Please complete the state application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the minimum qualifications for the position.
SCDPPPS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
The South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services is committed to maintaining a workforce that is free of unlawful discrimination, including harassment on the bases of race, color, national origin, religion, age (40+) or disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity).
THIS POSITION IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR POLICE OFFICER RETIREMENT SYSTEM MEMBERSHIP
Benefits
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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- State Government Website (jobs.sc.gov)
- Career Fair
- Social Media
- Friend
- DPPPS Recruiter
- DPPPS Employee
- TV/Streaming
- Internet/online advertisement
- Other
- Yes
- No
- Volunteer
- Intern
- Job Shadow
- None
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- No
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- No
Required Question
Agency Information
EmployerState of South CarolinaAgency Department of Probation, Parole & Pardon Address 293 Greystone BoulevardColumbia, South Carolina, 29210 Phone803-734-6000