Assistant County Attorney

Minimum Requirements

• Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school
• Three (3) years of related experience including two (2) years of litigation or other trial-based experience preferred
• Candidates must be admitted to practice law in South Carolina (member of South Carolina Bar)
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license for South Carolina with a safe driving record

Special Requirements

• Departmental testing may be administered during interview
• A criminal background check will be completed on selected applicant if a current one (less than 3 years old) is not on file

Physical Demands

• Sit and use hands to handle objects and reach with hands and arms
• Talk and hear
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds
• Close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus required

Work Conditions

• The work is regularly performed in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities and needs
• Normal operating hours are Monday through Friday 9:00a.m. – 5:00p.m with the ability to work flexible hours when necessary
• Must be able to attend evening County Council meetings and various social functions as requested

Benefits

• Health, Life, and Dental Insurance
• Optional Life and Disability Insurance
• Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
• Personal Leave
• Twelve (12) Paid Holidays
• South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
• Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
• Optional Deferred Compensation Program (i.e. 401K, 457)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Wellness Program