Chief Prosecutor-Columbia
About The Position
Worn out by constant time entry and hourly billing? Do you have legal experience and an interest in providing counsel and representing DEW in legal matters? If so, come join DEW where maintaining a healthy work-life balance is promoted. As the Chief Prosecutor in the Office of General Counsel you will serve as a special assistant attorney general for prosecution of the Department's criminal fraud matters. The attorney, with minimal oversight by the Chief Legal Counsel, shall evaluate matters referred for prosecution, guide and assist with investigations to develop cases for indictment, properly advance the case through the judicial system, seek just resolution, and manage their caseload to include providing relevant updates to the Chief Legal Counsel. These prosecutions range from single perpetrator fraud to complex schemes involving many defendants to defraud the State of South Carolina and its taxpayers. May handle other matters as assigned by the Chief Legal Counsel. If you're ready to take on this challenge and help support South Carolina's workforce system, please apply. We look forward to hearing from you!
Requirements
- A Juris Doctor Degree and a member in good standing with the South Carolina Bar are required.
- Must satisfy Rule 403 requirements.
- Organized and able to work independently with minimal supervision
- Possess excellent written and oral advocacy skills
- Possess significant experience the Court of General Sessions.
- Some travel may be required.
Nice To Haves
- Preference for experience practicing in the Court of General Sessions or equivalent Criminal Prosecution/Defense.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate referrals from the agency's integrity unit for potential prosecution on matters related to Unemployment Insurance (UI) benefits fraud and UI tax fraud.
- Seek indictments of selected targets suspected of committing UI benefit and UI tax fraud.
- Advance and manage cases through the judicial system appropriately and timely.
- Negotiate and discuss cases with defense counsel seeking to obtain a just resolution to each case.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
