Paralegal, State Grand Jury

State of South Carolina•Richland County, SC

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Paralegal serves in the State Grand Jury Section, supporting investigations and prosecutions. The role manages investigative, court, and other relevant case documents in Worldox or another appropriate computer system, organizes records and data, and assists with evidence analysis and advancing investigations as directed by a supervising attorney. The Paralegal supports State Grand Jury terms, trials, and other court proceedings; helps prepare witnesses and organize, produce, and handle documents and evidence; coordinates witness attendance; interviews witnesses; gathers evidence; and prepares memorandums as directed. The position may require travel throughout the state, including overnight travel, to coordinate discovery or assist with trials and court appearances. The Paralegal maintains control of investigative files, documents, and evidence, assists with State Grand Jury subpoenas, and works with state, federal, and local agencies to gather discovery and ensure required documentation is provided. The role may also require testimony and includes other related duties assigned by the Attorney General or prosecutors.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in paralegal studies and at least two years of relevant law enforcement, legal, or administrative experience; alternatively, a bachelor’s degree with a paralegal certification.
Attach documentation verifying educational credentials.
Knowledge of agency policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and program services.
Knowledge of policies, procedures, rules, and regulations related to the specific administrative function.
Knowledge of governmental fiscal and personnel procedures, practices, and policies.
Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment.
Ability to coordinate diverse administrative functions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to plan, organize, and supervise the work of subordinate personnel.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Drug screening, credit check, delinquent tax check, and SLED background checks are required.

Responsibilities

Scan, save, file, or oversee the scanning, saving, and filing of investigative, court, and other relevant case documents in Worldox or an appropriate computer system, accurately and promptly.
Organize case documents and data using appropriate tags, categories, or other systems.
Assist with analyzing documents and evidence and support law enforcement and prosecutors in advancing State Grand Jury investigations as assigned.
Assist with and attend State Grand Jury, trial, and other court proceedings as necessary or permitted; assist with preparation for and during grand jury terms or trials.
Assist with witness preparation and the production, organization, and handling of documents and evidence.
Travel throughout the state as necessary to conduct or coordinate discovery and assist with trials or court appearances.
Coordinate witness attendance, interview witnesses, gather evidence, and prepare memorandums as directed.
Testify when needed.
Maintain control of and access to investigative files, documents, and evidence for discovery and Office purposes.
Organize case files and help prosecutors locate documents for trials, pleas, State Grand Jury proceedings, and discovery.
Assist with management of State Grand Jury subpoenas.
Work with state, federal, and local agencies to ensure discovery is gathered and appropriate documentation is provided, including obtaining agents’ certifications that discovery has been provided.
Perform other related duties assigned by the Attorney General, supervising prosecutors, and other prosecutors in the division.