Senior Resource Attorney

RTF00048PO24

Program Manager

Senior Resource Attorney

Columbia

Richland

School of Law

LAW Children's Law Center

$78,000 - $85,000

Columbia, SC

Full Time

37.5

Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Staff Research Grant (SRGP)

12 months

Other Professional

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.

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.

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The Children’s Law Center is in search of a Senior Resource Attorney responsible for ensuring all aspects of the South Carolina Citizen Review Panels contract and the DSS child welfare staff training contract are successfully implemented, under limited supervision. These trainings include one of the Children’s Law Center’s signature trainings which is initial court skills training for child welfare professionals. It also includes overseeing the delivery on Continuing Legal Education programs for all DSS attorneys and paralegals.

REQUIRES law degree, membership in South Carolina Bar, and minimum of 5 years of related program experience. Experience must include serving as an attorney in family court, with a heavy emphasis on child protection proceedings. Preferred Qualifications:

Strongly prefer experience in developing curricula and conducting training programs, including use of technology in training. Prefer management or supervisory experience. Prefer experience representing the child protection agency.

Thorough knowledge of general and South Carolina statutory and case law relating to child abuse and neglect. Thorough knowledge of family court rules and procedures. Ability to interpret and apply the law. Considerable knowledge of dynamics and effects of child abuse and neglect. Excellent organizational and communication skills, including public speaking. Ability to explain legal concepts and procedures to non-lawyers. Ability to handle numerous details and concurrent tasks with a high degree of proficiency. Ability to exercise discretion in a responsible manner.

Develops, conducts, and manages initial court skills training for new child welfare professionals. Coordinates mock hearings, including preparation of staff and external trainers for their roles. Updates training curriculum and materials as needed. Manages operation of training program.

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Oversees implementation of the SC Citizen Review Panels contract and the DSS child welfare training contract training contract. Assists with contract management, ensures deliverables are met and performance reports submitted, maintains communication with DSS and partners, and develops scopes of work for future contracts as needed.

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Oversees coordination of continuing legal education programs for DSS attorneys and paralegals. Improves, expands, or develops new training programs as needed or requested.

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Supervises employees by applying appropriate management principles according to university policy and procedures, completing EPMS timely and accurately, and monitoring employee progress towards goal attainment. Communicates expectations and provides feedback to assist employee with performance improvement, professional development, and skills/competency development.

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Other duties as assigned related to the child welfare training contract and membership in the CLC’s leadership team.

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04/01/2024

03/31/2025

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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 April 1, 2024.

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