Assistant Attorney General (Attorney II) - Civil

State of South Carolina • Richland County, SC

18h • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, primarily provides legal advice, counsel, and representation to the State, State agencies, and officials relating to civil litigation and other non-criminal matters. Provides legal advice, counsel, and representation to the State, and as directed, to State agencies, public officials, and political subdivisions of the State (collectively the “State”). Manages caseload, and researches and prepares high-quality documents. Represents the State, and as directed, State agencies, public officials, and political subdivisions of the State (collectively the “State”), and its interests in contested matters by appearing in all courts at all levels. Coordinates enforcement of the South Carolina Underground Facility Damage Prevention Act (the “SC811 Act”) Serves as extradition hearing officer for the State of South Carolina. Serves as attorney to the State Employee Grievance Committee. Serves as coordinator for all FOIA requests sent to the Attorney General’s Office, and provides legal advice and counsel to all employees of the Office on all matters relating to FOIA. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• J.D. Degree.
• Must be a member of the South Carolina Bar and have satisfied the 403 requirements.
• Position may require overnight travel.
• Position may require employee to work evenings and weekends.
• Position requires a valid driver's license.
• Position may be required to travel and transport files.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the laws of South Carolina.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to interpret and apply laws and judicial decisions.

Responsibilities

• Provides legal advice, counsel, and representation to the State, State agencies, and officials relating to civil litigation and other non-criminal matters.
• Manages caseload, researches and prepares high-quality documents.
• Represents the State, and as directed, State agencies, public officials, and political subdivisions of the State, and its interests in contested matters by appearing in all courts at all levels.
• Coordinates enforcement of the South Carolina Underground Facility Damage Prevention Act (the “SC811 Act”).
• Serves as extradition hearing officer for the State of South Carolina.
• Serves as attorney to the State Employee Grievance Committee.
• Serves as coordinator for all FOIA requests sent to the Attorney General’s Office, and provides legal advice and counsel to all employees of the Office on all matters relating to FOIA.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level