Attorney I / 60018560, 60018810

Full Job Description

Two (2) Positions Available

Are you the One? We are looking for an Attorney I who provides legal opinions and advice to the Department, as well as representing the Department in matters in a
variety of venues.

• Provide clear and accurate, well-considered legal opinions to administrative and program staff in the interpretation of Department policies as they relate to state and federal laws and regulations and recommends appropriate actions.

Represents the Department in a variety of administrative hearings and other venues at the trial and appellate levels, as necessary, involving Department matters.

This representation includes all facets of litigation practice including, but not limited to, working with Department staff, composing legal arguments, preparing witnesses, handling settlement discussions/mediations or other negotiations, preparing all litigation documents for court filings, appearing in hearings/court proceedings.

Review a variety of legal documents, including trusts, contracts, authorized representative documents (e.g., powers of attorney, healthcare powers of attorney, custody documents), estate recovery documents (e.g., creditor’s claim, petition for allowance, inventory and appraisement), and other types of legal documents as necessary.

Prepare and draft a variety of legal documents to include contracts and litigation documents (e.g., pleadings, briefs, motions, discovery, orders).

Communicate professionally and effectively with Department staff, colleagues, opposing counsel and all other individuals in the course of Department business.

Conduct yourself in accordance with the highest ethical standards and professional integrity and maintain attorney-client privilege in Department matters.

• Stay current on all laws, regulations, and legal precedents relevant to the Department’s mission. Perform any other duties for the betterment of the Department, as assigned.
  
  

• 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.
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.

Requirements

A Juris Doctor Degree or its equivalent from an accredited law school.

Special Requirements: Member of the South Carolina Bar. Completed all Rule 403 requirements.

Additional Requirements:

• Occasional overnight travel.
• Valid driver's license.
• Overtime and/or weekend work with Deputy approval.
• Sitting or standing for long periods of time.
• This is an in-person position.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the laws of South Carolina.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to interpret and apply laws and judicial decisions.
• Excellent research and organizational skills.
• Utilizes discretion and sound judgment at all times.
• Ability to communicate at an acceptable level with the general public.
• Ability to make and keep schedules.
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Capable of using standard office equipment.

Additional Information

Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application for qualification purposes. All applicants must apply online. All correspondence from the Office of Human Resources will be through electronic mail.

The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.