Adoption Law Attorney / Family Law - General Attorney in North Charleston, SC

Government

North Charleston, SC

Adoption Law Attorney / Family Law - General Attorney in North Charleston, SC

Attorney

No

Bullet points:

- County Attorney I position in the Low Country Region of South Carolina
- Salary range of $55, - $72, annually
- Full-time, time-limited job in the Legal division of the Department of Social Services
- Must be willing to work in one of the following counties: Allendale, Berkeley, Beaufort, Calhoun, Charleston, Colleton, Dorchester, Hampton, Jasper, or Orangeburg
- Provides legal services and representation for assigned county offices, area adoption offices, and regional Day Care licensing office
- Represents the agency in Family Court on issues related to child protection, foster care, adoption, adult protection, and economic services
- Works under the supervision of a senior attorney for one year, handling duties such as drafting pleadings, interviewing witnesses, and assisting in trials
- Utilizes the Legal Case Management System for legal operations and documentation
- Attends meetings, trainings, and other learning opportunities related to child welfare and adult protective services
- Gathers and analyzes data to improve child welfare caseload management
- Must be a member of the South Carolina Bar
- Resumes can be submitted, but the online application must also be completed
- Must possess a valid driver's license
- Offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as leave, retirement, and compensation programs
- Equal Opportunity Employer with a priority for hiring veterans
- Must provide a certified official transcript if selected for the position
- Must disclose any previous termination or resignation from a job
- Must complete all sections of the application, including work history and education, to be considered
- Must provide a certified official college transcript within two weeks of employment if offered a position
- Previous employment with the State of South Carolina should be disclosed
- Juris Doctorate Degree from an ABA accredited law school required
- Must be able to provide proof of South Carolina Bar admission
- Must have experience as a practicing attorney
- Must be able to communicate effectively and write legibly
- May be required to work after hours and travel overnight
- Must be able to lift approximately 15-20 lbs.
- Application must be completed in its entirety, including listing any periods of unemployment
- Must provide source of job opportunity if selected through a source other than the listed options
- Employment application may be considered incomplete without completion of supplemental questions
- Must provide date of Juris Doctorate Degree and a summary of experience as a practicing attorney.