Attorney II- Legal Assistance Developer
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Apply to Attorney II- Legal Assistance Developer at South Carolina Department on AgingJob details
- Location
- Richland County or Columbia
- Work type
- Onsite
- Compensation
- $75,000 - $80,000/yr
- Posted
- 6 days ago
- Apply on
- governmentjobs.com
About this role
About the Department
Do you have a passion to provide a meaningful contribution to your community? Would you like to be a part of an organization whose mission is to meet the current and future needs of seniors and enhance the quality of life for older South Carolinians through advocacy, planning and resources? If so, the Department on Aging has the right opportunity for you!
The Legal Assistance Developer (LAD) will provide state leadership in developing legal assistance programs throughout South Carolina for older individuals.
Job Duties:
- Coordinates the provisions of legal assistance while building and maintaining statewide networks connecting Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs), legal providers, and private attorneys.
- Develops and provides technical assistance, training, and other support to South Carolina AAA's, legal assistance providers, ombudsman programs and adult protective services as appropriate.
- Collaborates on activities designed to enhance access to legal assistance and educational resources for older adults in South Carolina.
- Assists older individuals in understanding, utilizing, and maintaining their rights authorized by law in reference to financial management, risk of guardianship, conservatorship, and other fiduciary proceedings.
- Works to improve the quality and quantity of legal services provided to older individuals in a state capacity.
Position Duties
A juror's degree, member of the South Carolina Bar, and must satisfy Rule 403 Requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of the Older Americans Act (OAA) and services delivered through the national aging network. Knowledge of the laws of South Carolina. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to interpret and apply laws and judicial decisions.
Excellent negotiation and communication skills, meticulous attention to detail. Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
Other Qualifications
The South Carolina Department on Aging (SCDOA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer for all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, sex- including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, nation of origin, age, religion, or disability or genetic information.
Benefits Offered
The South Carolina Department on Aging offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
- Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for employee, spouse, and children
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
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.
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Agency Information
EmployerState of South CarolinaAgency Department on Aging Address 1301 Gervais Street Suite 350Columbia, South Carolina, 29201 Phone803-734-9900