Attorney III – 60023732 Position Available In Lexington, South Carolina

Attorney III

• 60023732
  
  Salary
  $80,000.00
• $90,000.00 Annually
  Location Lexington County, SC
  Job Type
  FTE
• Full-Time
  Job Number
  176571
  Agency
  Department of Education
  Opening Date
  05/20/2025
  Closing Date
  6/13/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

AE30

Position Number:

60023732

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday

• Friday (8:30
• 5:00)
  Pay Band
  Band 7
  Hiring Range
• Min.
  $80,000.00
  Hiring Range
• Max.

$90,000.00
Opening Date
05/20/2025
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Interested persons must complete a State Employment Application at www.careers.sc.gov. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The South Carolina Department of Education does not accept faxed, mailed, or hand delivered applications.
Veteran Preference Statement
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS
QUESTIONS
Job Responsibilities
The person in this position will provide services and professional advice to the South Carolina Department of Education’s (SCDE) Office of Education Choice and Family Engagement, including drafting and/or reviewing Methods of Administration (MOAs) and other documents as needed. Draft memos for agency and district guidance and notice to districts regarding education choice initiatives and policies in South Carolina. Assist in educator misconduct cases by reviewing evidence, interviewing witnesses, preparing cases for trial and present cases, negotiating consent agreements, drafting orders, and presenting cases to the State Board of Education. Prepare records and arguments for appeals to the Administrative Law Court. Provide assistance with the agency’s compliance of the Freedom of Information Act. Ensure agency’s policies and practices are in compliance with state law. Provide legal review of document production as necessary. Provide direct representation for the SCDE in employment grievance matters and administrative and civil cases involving employees. Respond to court subpoenas and information requests from other state agencies involved in teacher discipline matters. Perform other duties as assigned. This position is located in the Office of General Counsel. Minimum and Additional Requirements
A juris doctor degree or its equivalent from an accredited law school and experience as a practicing attorney.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of the laws of South Carolina. Knowledge of the theories of legal research. Ability to interpret and apply law and judicial decisions. Ability to prepare opinions, briefs, pleadings and other documents. Membership in the South Carolina Bar within six months of employment. Additional Comments

ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS CHOSEN FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE NOTIFIED BY LETTER THAT THE POSITION HAS BEEN

FILLED.

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Employer
State of South Carolina
Agency
Department of Education
Address
849 Learning Lane
West Columbia, South Carolina, 29172
Phone
803-734-8505
THE

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