Posting Number:
STA01430PO23
Job Family:
Legal Services
Job Function:
Staff Attorneys
USC Market Title:
Staff Attorney
Job Level:
P1 – Professional
Business Title (Internal Title):
VLC Staff Attorney
Campus:
Columbia
Work County:
Richland
College/Division:
School of Law
Department:
LAW School
State Pay Band:
7
Approved Starting Salary:
$56,744
Advertised Salary Range:
$56,744 – $75,000 commensurate with experience
Location of Vacancy:
Columbia, SC
Part/Full Time:
Full Time
Hours per Week:
37.5
Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday 8:30am-5:00pm with an hour for lunch each day.
Basis :
12 months
Job Search Category:
Other Professional
About University of South Carolina:
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Diversity Statement:
At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.
Advertised Job Summary:
Under limited supervision of the Faculty Director of the Veterans’ Legal Clinic, the VLC Staff Attorney handles legal representation, including litigation and administrative claims processes, for VLC client cases and other clinic legal matters by providing legal services to VLC clients, while collaborating with clinic faculty, paralegals, staff and students.
Minimum Qualifications:
Juris Doctorate degree and 2 years related legal experience. Must be a member in good standing of the South Carolina Bar.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Excellent writing and verbal communications skills.
Proven extensive legal experience in veterans’ benefits claims or other public benefits appeals and related areas.
Ability to collaborate with law school faculty, staff and students.
Ability to work for and with veterans in need who will be requesting clinical assistance.
Job Duty:
Handle legal representation, including litigation and transactional legal services, for VLC client cases.
Essential Function:
Yes
Percentage of Time:
60
Job Duty:
Diligently enter all time, activities, and for cases and matters in clinics’ case management system.
Essential Function:
Yes
Percentage of Time:
10
Job Duty:
Collaborate effectively with clinic faculty, paralegals, staff, and students
Essential Function:
Yes
Percentage of Time:
15
Job Duty:
Provide legal support services for the VLC, including intake and case management services, as needed.
Essential Function:
Yes
Percentage of Time:
10
Job Duty:
Other responsibilities as needed
Essential Function:
Yes
Percentage of Time:
5
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive:
No
Hazardous weather category:
Non-Essential
Number of Vacancies:
1
Job Open Date:
12/06/2023
Job Close Date:
01/20/2024
Open Until Filled:
No
Special Instructions to Applicant:
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.We are only accepting applications submitted by January 20, 2024.The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.Quicklink for Posting:
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/159960
EEO Statement:
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
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