Assistant Attorney General

3 weeks ago


Columbia, United States State of South Carolina Full time

Job Responsibilities

As an Assistant Attorney General in the General and Special Prosecution Unit of the Criminal Division, you will manage conflict cases from solicitor's offices and attend court proceedings statewide for pleas, motions, and trials involving a variety of offenses, including property crimes, murder, and human trafficking. Performs professional legal work under limited supervision for the state, subdivisions, and officials.

* Case Intake and Evaluation: Assists in the beginning stages of a case being referred to and accepted by the office.
* Case Management and Progression: Advances the case through the judicial system appropriately.
* Case Disposition: Seeks a just resolution in all cases.
* Docket Management: Handles their caseload and provides relevant information.
* Miscellaneous Matters: Handles miscellaneous matters assigned by the AG, CDAG, DAG, SADAG, or ADAG.

This position also includes an excellent benefits package:

* Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility.
* Paid parental leave (effective October 1, 2022).
* Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouses, and children.
* Fifteen days of annual (vacation) per year.
* Fifteen days of sick leave per year.
* Thirteen paid holidays.
* State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A Juris Doctor Degree with at least five (5) years of practicing experience, preferably in a Public Defender's or Solicitor's Office or equivalent Criminal Prosecution/Defense experience.

Necessary Requirements: Must be a member and in good standing with the South Carolina Bar. Must satisfy Rule 403 requirements.

Additional Requirements:

* Position may require overnight travel.

Preferred Qualifications

* Must be organized and able to work independently in meeting deadlines.
* Requires excellent written and oral advocacy skills.
* Must have excellent criminal court experience.
* Travel required.

Additional Comments

DRUG SCREENING, CREDIT CHECK, DELINQUENT TAX CHECK, SLED BACKGROUND CHECK, AND GRIEVANCE CHECK ARE REQUIRED.

THIS OFFICE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.

EEOP Utilization Report available upon request



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