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Staff Attorney
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Columbia, Lexington County, South Carolina, 29228, USA
Listed on 2026-01-30
Listing for:
State of South Carolina
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary
position Listed on 2026-01-30
Job specializations:
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Law/Legal
Legal Counsel, Civil Law, Lawyer, Litigation
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 184108
Agency: Office of Regulatory Staff
Opening Date: 01/27/2026
Closing Date: 2/17/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Online Application Preferred
Class Code:: UA45
Position Number::
Normal
Work Schedule:
: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: Unclassified
Opening Date: 01/27/2026
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
The South Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff {ORS) represents the public interest of South Carolina in utility regulation for the major utility industries - electric, natural gas, telecommunications, water/wastewater, and transportation - before the Public Service Commission (PSC), the court system, and state and federal regulatory bodies. Additionally, the ORS houses the state's Energy Office, Broadband Office, Equipment Distribution Program (EDP), and has responsibility for oversight of railroad safety and natural gas pipeline safety in South Carolina.
As a member of the legal team, Staff Attorney job duties include:
- Represent ORS in proceedings before the Public Service Commission in matters including but not limited to those concerning jurisdictional water, wastewater, electric, telecommunications, and gas utilities, and jurisdictional transportation carriers. Present the position of ORS in each proceeding through presentation of witnesses for direct examination, oral argument, cross-examination of other parties' witnesses, and preparation of briefs and proposed orders.
- Prepare and draft pleadings and documents required for filing cases, filing motions, and setting forth the position of ORS. Conduct extensive trial or hearing preparation, including drafting of pleadings, discovery, legal research, witness preparation and preparation of pre-filed testimony. Also engage in negotiation and preparation of agreements such as settlement agreements, confidentiality agreements, complaint settlements, or mediation of issues.
- Provide legal advice to ORS staff members and agency members on matters and issues which arise on a day-today basis.
a healthy work-life balance.
FOR YOU, YOUR FAMILY, AND YOUR FUTURE
15 days sick leave
15 days annual leave
13 paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Military leave
Health coverage including prescriptions
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Long-term disability
Flexible spending accounts
Adoption assistance
Retirement plan
Supplemental retirement savings plan
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A juris doctor degree or its equivalent from an accredited law school. Must have passed the SC Bar Examination. Must be
able to communicate accurately and effectively in both oral and written form.
Entry-level candidates, including attorneys who have recently passed the SC Bar Examination or who are otherwise
soon to be licensed in South Carolina, are encouraged to apply.
Additional Comments
- Position requires limited travel to include evening and/or out-of-town meetings.
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
- All ORS employees are required to attend ethics training annually for continued employment.
- All ORS employees are prohibited from owning equity in regulated utilities.
- Work hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm.
- Remote work is not available and employees work in-office at 1901 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201.
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…
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