Attorney II, Court Services Position Available In Greenville, South Carolina

Attorney II, Court Services

Salary
$85,000.00

• $91,776.00 Annually
  Location Statewide, SC
  Job Type
  FTE
• Full-Time
  Job Number
  174404
  Agency
  Judicial Branch
  Division
  Court Services
  Opening Date
  03/10/2025
  Closing Date
  4/19/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

AE1001

Position Number:

60003690

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday

• Friday (8:30
• 5:00)
  Pay Band
  Unclassified
  Hiring Range
• Min.
  $77,301.00
  Hiring Range
• Max.

$77,301.00
Opening Date
03/10/2025
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Interested persons meeting the required qualifications may submit an application at www.careers.sc.gov. All questions on the application must be completed and should include all work history and education. A resume may be included but will not be accepted or reviewed in lieu of an incomplete application.
Veteran Preference Statement
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS
Job Responsibilities
The South Carolina Judicial Branch invites applications for the Attorney II position in Columbia, SC. Under limited supervision, provides legal guidance to and advises the summary courts and their staffs on substantive and procedural legal issues.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION

This job bulletin represents general duties for this position and is not intended to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Provides legal guidance to the summary court judges and clerks. Answers questions via e-mail, phone calls, and letters. Reviews and responds to phone calls, letters, and other inquiries from the public, inmates, legislators, law enforcement, clerks of court, and other government or court-related entities. Updates and maintains court forms related to the summary courts, as well as other summary court materials such as information contained on the Judicial Branch website.
Reviews legislation and case law affecting summary court and communicates changes to summary court judges, clerks, and staff via memoranda and e-mail. Monitors Attorney General Opinions and Judicial Advisory Opinions and conveys relevant information to the summary courts. Presents on these topics at conferences and educational programs. Drafts administrative orders related to the summary courts. Assists in compilation and administration of certification examination three times a year. Coordinates the facility and room where the examination is held. Creates questions for the examination. Provides a test review and guidance for test takers who do not pass the examination. Serves as the designee of the Board of Magistrate and Municipal Court Certification to review proposed seminars to determine their eligibility for MMJCLE credit. Sends approval paperwork to the CLE Commission. Contacts judges who have not filed compliance reports with the CLE Commission. Answers questions regarding MMJCLE requirements and course eligibility from course sponsors and attendees. Engages and coordinates with the Summary Court Judges Advisory Committee, including calling meetings as directed by the Chief Justice or Committee Chair.
Coordinates the Rule 512, SCACR summary court judge mentoring program.
Works with Chief Justice, State Court Administrator, Director and Deputy Director of Court Services to establish and revise policies and procedures as relate to the summary courts.
Other duties as may be assigned.
Minimum and Additional Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

(EDUCATION

AND EXPERIENCE

)
A Juris Doctor degree or its equivalent from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited school of law with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience in the practice of law. Member of the South Carolina Bar. Must have dependable transportation as this position requires occasional statewide travel.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

Knowledge of the laws of South Carolina. Strong verbal and writing skills are necessary. A high degree of independence and discretion is expected for most job functions. Ability to operate a computer and use the Internet and basic software programs. Demonstration of a strong, consistent, dependable work ethic. Must be detail-oriented and possess excellent time management skills. Must be able to work in an autonomous environment with excellent self-direction, initiative and motivation and use individual discretion in the interpretation and application of office management policies, practices and procedures. Expected to advise the supervisor of any issues, problems, or recommendations relating to job duties. Preferred Qualifications

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS

(EDUCATION

AND EXPERIENCE

)
Practical experience in the trial courts of the South Carolina Unified Judicial System. Additional Comments
The South Carolina Judicial Branch offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that include:
Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children;
State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs (Temporary positions have option to enroll);
15 days paid annual (vacation) leave per year;
15 days paid sick leave per year;
Option to designate 10 days of earned paid sick leave per year as family sick leave;
13 paid state holidays;
Six weeks or two weeks of Paid Parental Leave;
Workers’ Compensation Benefits.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The South Carolina Judicial Branch is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, or disability.
Employer
State of South Carolina
Agency
Judicial Branch
Address
1220 Senate Street
Suite 101
Columbia, South Carolina, 29201
Phone
803-734-1970
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