State of South Carolina
REPOST County Attorney I / 61086452
State of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina, us, 29228
Job Duties
The County Attorney I provides professional legal services and representation for assigned county offices, area adoption offices, and regional Day Care licensing office, including representation in Family Court on issues relative to child protection, foster care, adoption, adult protection and economic services. Works alongside a supervising attorney for one year; drafting pleadings, interviewing witnesses, conducting probable cause hearings and/or other uncontested hearings, and assisting in the trial of complex and routine cases. Utilizes or ensures the utilization of the Legal Case Management System for legal operations and documentation of legal activity in cases. Performs other related duties as assigned or required. Attends staffing meetings, interdisciplinary meetings, trainings, and other learning opportunities associated with child welfare and adult protective services. Gathers and analyzes data as it relates to the management of child welfare caseloads, and as it implements best practices which result in safety, permanency, and well-being for all children. All of the work of the Attorney will be supervised by the managing attorney in the county or circuit. Performs Red Cross shelter duty or other emergency shelter duty or services as directed. Qualifications
A Juris Doctor Degree from an ABA accredited law school Member of the SC BAR Must possess a valid driver's license Must be able to communicate effectively (written and orally) and write legibly May be required to work after hours and/or some overnight travel and must be able to lift approximately 15-20 lbs. Provide a certified official transcript if selected for job offer Benefits
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 Division: Office of General Counsel / Dorchester County
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The County Attorney I provides professional legal services and representation for assigned county offices, area adoption offices, and regional Day Care licensing office, including representation in Family Court on issues relative to child protection, foster care, adoption, adult protection and economic services. Works alongside a supervising attorney for one year; drafting pleadings, interviewing witnesses, conducting probable cause hearings and/or other uncontested hearings, and assisting in the trial of complex and routine cases. Utilizes or ensures the utilization of the Legal Case Management System for legal operations and documentation of legal activity in cases. Performs other related duties as assigned or required. Attends staffing meetings, interdisciplinary meetings, trainings, and other learning opportunities associated with child welfare and adult protective services. Gathers and analyzes data as it relates to the management of child welfare caseloads, and as it implements best practices which result in safety, permanency, and well-being for all children. All of the work of the Attorney will be supervised by the managing attorney in the county or circuit. Performs Red Cross shelter duty or other emergency shelter duty or services as directed. Qualifications
A Juris Doctor Degree from an ABA accredited law school Member of the SC BAR Must possess a valid driver's license Must be able to communicate effectively (written and orally) and write legibly May be required to work after hours and/or some overnight travel and must be able to lift approximately 15-20 lbs. Provide a certified official transcript if selected for job offer Benefits
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 Division: Office of General Counsel / Dorchester County
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