Attorney / Legal Instructor - REPOSTED

Attorney / Legal Instructor - REPOSTED

Salary

$71,400.00 - $77,250.00 Annually

Location

Richland County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

192151

Agency

Criminal Justice Academy

Opening Date

10/13/2026

Closing Date

10/20/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

AE20

Position Number:

60010037

Normal Work Schedule:

Other

Normal Work Schedule (Other):

Monday - Friday (8:00 - 4:30)

Pay Grade

GEN11

Hiring Range - Min.

$71,400.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$77,250.00

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

• Apply online: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sc/cja All information must be completed including the supplemental questions or your application will not be accepted. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine qualifications. A CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECK AND DRUG SCREENING ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL HIRES. A MEDICAL EXAMINATION AND FINGERPRINTING ARE REQUIRED FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS. * The selection process may take two to four weeks and may include a panel interview. All interviewees will be contacted regarding final hire selection.

Veteran Preference Statement

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

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Job Responsibilities

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87yUiXaW3oA

• This vacancy is being reposted. Applicants who previously applied remain under consideration and do not need to reapply. *

Under the Chief General Counsel, teaches legal classes to Basic Law Enforcement students, conducts legal research on a variety of legal matters, schedules and prepares files for law enforcement certification misconduct hearings, assists writing hearing officer recommendations, and assists with appeals to the Administrative Law Court and Court of Appeals.

• Provide instruction of legal principles to students in Basic Law Enforcement and Basic Detention classes.

• Assist with writing hearing officer recommendations, which will be submitted to the South Carolina Law Enforcement Training Council for review, and draft the final agency decision based on the Law Enforcement Training Councils decision.

• Draft hearing notices and other documents pertinent to scheduling, conducting, and concluding contested case hearings.

• Conduct legal research on issues pertaining to the Law Enforcement Training Act, evidentiary issues, and FOIA, among others.

• Assist with appeals to the ALC and Court of Appeals, including creating the Record on Appeal, drafting briefs, and correspondence to the court.

• Perform other assignments and projects assigned by the General Counsel.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Minimum requirements include:

• Juris doctorate degree from an accredited law school

• Active member of the SC Bar

• Completion of Rule 403 requirements

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Additional Comments

About You:

• Must have excellent communication skills, to include legal writing and oral communication, and research skills.

• Must be able to present legal concepts in an understandable manner.

• Must be able to set and maintain deadlines.

• Ability to work with minimal supervision and be able to work independently and as a team while exercising sound judgement.

• Ability to work some evenings and holidays, as needed.

About the Academy:

• The S.C. Criminal Justice Academy is the starting point for all S.C. law enforcement. We are responsible for one of the most important jobs in the state-training those who will serve the citizens of South Carolina during their time of distress, time of worry, and time of hurt.
• It takes a team of dedicated people to make sure our academy is a premier training facility. To do this, we need reliable and conscientious workers who want to be employed by an agency that offers meaningful and challenging work with an appropriate work-life and home-life balance as well as excellent state government benefits.
• We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, including pregnancy & childbirth (or related medical conditions), age (over 40), or disability.
• We are the face of law enforcement. Join us!

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 purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

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Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Applications are incomplete if you fail to answer all supplemental questions, education and work history. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. Provide an explanation for any gaps in the employment official application. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. Incomplete applications are not referred to hiring managers. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

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• No

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A background investigation will be conducted that may include, but not limited to, criminal records, drivers license, prior employment verification, and fingerprinting prior to an offer of employment. You will be asked to provide a certified transcript if selected for a position requiring a degree. All degrees must be from a college or higher education institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants not chosen for this position may apply for future job vacancies at the SC Criminal Justice Academy. I have read and understand this statement.

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• No

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Are you willing to accept a salary within the agency hiring range of $71,400 - $77,250?

• Yes
• No

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Place a check by each of the statements below that CURRENTLY apply to you.

• I have a juris doctorate from an accredited law school.
• I am a member of the SC Bar.
• I have completed the Rule of 403 requirements.
• I lack the minimum requirements stated in this posting.

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How did you learn about this job vacancy?

• Facebook: SC Criminal Justice Academy
• Academy website: https://sccja.sc.gov
• State Jobs: https://www.careers.sc.gov
• SC Training Officers Association
• CJA employee
• Other

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If you answered "CJA Employee" or "Other" to the above questions, please explain.

Required Question

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency Criminal Justice Academy Address 5400 Broad River Road

Columbia, South Carolina, 29212

Phone 803-896-3827

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.