Attorney Office of General Counsel, Columbia; RICHLAND

Position: Attorney I (#018843) Office of General Counsel, Columbia (RICHLAND)
Salary: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 018843
Agency: Department of Corrections
Division: General Counsel
Opening Date: 02/06/2026
Closing Date: 2/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AE10
Position Number:: 018843
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Work Schedule:

: Other
Pay Grade: GEN
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Hiring Range - Min.: $60,000.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $80,000.00
Opening Date: 02/06/2026
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Department of Corrections

NOTE:

This position is recruited through SCDC Careers site only;
You must apply online via the South Carolina Department of Corrections Career website  to be considered as an applicant for this position. Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:
Recruiting and Employment Services  Employment.gov
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Work Time:
Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM)
Hours/Week: 37.50 hrs.

Shift/

Work Schedule:

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Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

• Handles appeals under the administrative procedures act and manages the department's response.
• Assists outside counsel in defense of civil lawsuits, including investigation and case preparation.
• Provides legal guidance to agency employees, attorneys, court officials and other agencies in the interpretation of state and federal laws and agency policies and procedures.
• Assists General Counsel's Office with agency orientation and legal training.
• Practice areas for the General Counsel's Office include constitutional law, litigation, contracts, employment law, appeals and administrative law.

Available Benefits:

• Police Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Health, Dental, Vision, Long-term Disability, and Life insurance for employees, spouses, and children.

Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:

Recruiting and Employment Services

Minimum and Additional Requirements
State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements:
A juris doctor degree or its equivalent from an accredited law school.
SCDC Minimum Requirements:

• A juris doctor degree or its equivalent from an accredited law school.
• Membership in the South Carolina bar and completion of rule 403 requirements within six (6) months of employment.

Additional Comments

The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on…