What are the responsibilities and job description for the Attorney III / Temp Grant Attorney - 194252 position at State of South Carolina?
Job Responsibilities
The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) is seeking a safety focused, execution driven attorney to help the agency increase the number of administrative suspensions that are upheld in impaired driving cases. If you are ready to put your legal knowledge and litigation skills to work in support of our agency and the citizens of South Carolina, come join the SCDMV!
This position is in the Office of General Counsel, at SCDMV Headquarters in Blythewood, SC, but will involve frequent travel throughout the state of South Carolina.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
Agency Preferred
What's in it for you?
At the SCDMV you get to be part of an exceptional team and diverse culture that nurtures mutual success for our customers, employees and our communities. We give you the tools to be successful; all you need to do is bring your best ideas, your energy and a desire to develop your skills, experience and career.
The South Carolina DMV offers a robust and competitive benefits program.
Additional Comments
The Department of Motor Vehicles is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
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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I understand that any misrepresentation, falsification, or material omission of information or data may result in exclusion from further consideration or, if hired, termination of employment. By answering “yes” I agree that I have read each question carefully and affirm or attest that all questions answered are true and accurate.
Do you possess a juris doctorate degree or its equivalent from an accredited law school and at least 3 years of experience as a practicing attorney?
If yes, please provide the name of the school and the date you received your law degree.
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This position is based in the Blythewood area but will primarily function remotely with very frequent (sometimes statewide) travel for administrative hearing appearances. If hired, are you prepared to travel almost daily for the position?
This is a 4-year grant funded position with expected annual compensation set at $100,439.00. The compensation is based on an hourly rate of $58.22 in expectation of the employee working a full-time, 37.5 hour weekly schedule. As a grant funded position, regular holiday, sick and annual leave benefits do not apply; however, the employee will have 13 agency scheduled holidays and 17 discretionary leave days. The 17 discretionary leave days are mandatory and can be scheduled at the employee’s reasonable discretion. Holidays and discretionary leave days and any additional days off will be reflected as Leave Without Pay (LWOP). During pay periods that include agency scheduled holidays or discretionary leave days, the employee’s pay will be less due to the LWOP reflection, but the annual compensation total will not be impacted. If the employee takes additional days off beyond the 13 holidays and 17 discretionary leave days, the corresponding pay period pay and the annual compensation total will be reduced by the appropriate hourly rate calculation. Will you accept this compensation arrangement if offered this position?
Please enter your name exactly as it appears on your Social Security Card.
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Are you an active member in good standing with the South Carolina Bar and licensed to practice law in the state courts of South Carolina?
If yes, please give South Carolina Bar admission, date(s) and year(s).
09
Are you admitted or eligible to be admitted to practice law in the federal courts of South Carolina?
Have you met Rule 403 Requirements, S.C. Appellate Court Rules?
Have you ever been employed by an entity that is regulated by the SCDMV or which is a supplier or business customer of the SCDMV?
If yes, describe your interactions with the SCDMV.
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Are you currently a SCDMV employee?
Have you worked previously for the DMV or another State Agency?
If the answer to question #13 or #14 is "yes", please include what agency, what state, what facility, what department, address/location, current/past reporting manager, dates of employment, job title, job responsibilities/duties, reason for leaving. (If No, put N/A)
The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) is seeking a safety focused, execution driven attorney to help the agency increase the number of administrative suspensions that are upheld in impaired driving cases. If you are ready to put your legal knowledge and litigation skills to work in support of our agency and the citizens of South Carolina, come join the SCDMV!
This position is in the Office of General Counsel, at SCDMV Headquarters in Blythewood, SC, but will involve frequent travel throughout the state of South Carolina.
- There will be (2) two positions filled from this posting, each assigned to a region of the State***
- Gather data regarding CDL and CBP holders that receive administrative violations and suspensions for implied consent and blood alcohol concentration incidents where a contested case hearing has been requested before the Office of Motor Vehicle Hearings (OMVH). Prepare for the contested case hearing before the OMVH, including, but not limited to: subpoenaing witnesses necessary to provide testimony and needed documents, prepping necessary witnesses, reviewing all relevant video recordings and/or documentary evidence, and, when appropriate and permissible, negotiating global plea deals. Ensure law enforcement officers do not agree to plea deals that violate the masking prohibition set forth in 49 CFR
- 383.5.
- Attend all OMVH hearings involving CDL and CBP holders that receive administrative violations and suspensions for implied consent and blood alcohol concentration incidents. Ensure the following takes place during the hearing: all relevant testimony is presented by witnesses, all relevant evidence is submitted into evidence (or proffered, as necessary), cross examine witnesses as needed, and present and preserve legal arguments that support a finding sustaining the suspension and disqualification, as appropriate. Notify SCDMV Deputy General Counsel when a decision issued by the OMVH should be considered for appeal and handle appeals as assigned.
- Process and track data for federal grant reporting regarding the outcome of the OMVH hearings involving CDL and CBP holders that receive administrative violations and suspension for implied consent and blood alcohol concentration incidents. This data to be reported in accord with the data elements outlined in the federal grant application.
- Perform other duties as assigned within the bounds of the federal grant.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
- A juris doctor degree or its equivalent from an accredited law school and experience as a practicing attorney.
- A juris doctor degree or its equivalent form an accredited law school and three years’ experience as a practicing attorney.
- Must complete a nationwide criminal background check to include finger printing.
- Membership in the South Carolina Bar and licensed to practice law in the state courts of South Carolina.
- Must be knowledgeable of pertinent state and federal laws, regulations, administrative rulings and procedures, and rules of court.
- Good organizational skills and ability to work independently.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; interpret and apply laws and judicial decisions.
- General knowledge of statutory and regulatory schemes involving motor vehicle related and driving under the influence issues.
- Positions in this class assume duties typically handled by experienced attorneys without regular supervision or guidance from supervisors, including complex and sensitive legal matters. Examples: legal research, preparing pleadings, briefs, and other legal documents.
- Will primarily appear and handle administrative hearings in the Office of Motor Vehicle Hearings (OMVH).
- Must be familiar with the dynamics of the law enforcement, regulatory, and judicial process and have the personality and experience to work effectively with law enforcement, regulatory, and judicial personnel.
- Needs to be sensitive to the SCDMV's role in administration of justice and providing services to citizens.
- State-wide travel required. Must be able to transport court materials.
Agency Preferred
- Trial experience and appellate practice preferable.
What's in it for you?
At the SCDMV you get to be part of an exceptional team and diverse culture that nurtures mutual success for our customers, employees and our communities. We give you the tools to be successful; all you need to do is bring your best ideas, your energy and a desire to develop your skills, experience and career.
The South Carolina DMV offers a robust and competitive benefits program.
- Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse and children (also available for temporary employees working over 30 hours per week)
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs (optional for Temporary Employees)
- An exceptional Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost to the employee or members of their household
Additional Comments
The Department of Motor Vehicles is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
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.
01
I understand that any misrepresentation, falsification, or material omission of information or data may result in exclusion from further consideration or, if hired, termination of employment. By answering “yes” I agree that I have read each question carefully and affirm or attest that all questions answered are true and accurate.
- Yes
Do you possess a juris doctorate degree or its equivalent from an accredited law school and at least 3 years of experience as a practicing attorney?
- Yes
- No
If yes, please provide the name of the school and the date you received your law degree.
04
This position is based in the Blythewood area but will primarily function remotely with very frequent (sometimes statewide) travel for administrative hearing appearances. If hired, are you prepared to travel almost daily for the position?
- Yes
- No
This is a 4-year grant funded position with expected annual compensation set at $100,439.00. The compensation is based on an hourly rate of $58.22 in expectation of the employee working a full-time, 37.5 hour weekly schedule. As a grant funded position, regular holiday, sick and annual leave benefits do not apply; however, the employee will have 13 agency scheduled holidays and 17 discretionary leave days. The 17 discretionary leave days are mandatory and can be scheduled at the employee’s reasonable discretion. Holidays and discretionary leave days and any additional days off will be reflected as Leave Without Pay (LWOP). During pay periods that include agency scheduled holidays or discretionary leave days, the employee’s pay will be less due to the LWOP reflection, but the annual compensation total will not be impacted. If the employee takes additional days off beyond the 13 holidays and 17 discretionary leave days, the corresponding pay period pay and the annual compensation total will be reduced by the appropriate hourly rate calculation. Will you accept this compensation arrangement if offered this position?
- Yes
- No
Please enter your name exactly as it appears on your Social Security Card.
07
Are you an active member in good standing with the South Carolina Bar and licensed to practice law in the state courts of South Carolina?
- Yes
- No
If yes, please give South Carolina Bar admission, date(s) and year(s).
09
Are you admitted or eligible to be admitted to practice law in the federal courts of South Carolina?
- Yes
- No
Have you met Rule 403 Requirements, S.C. Appellate Court Rules?
- Yes
- No
Have you ever been employed by an entity that is regulated by the SCDMV or which is a supplier or business customer of the SCDMV?
- Yes
- No
If yes, describe your interactions with the SCDMV.
13
Are you currently a SCDMV employee?
- Yes
- No
Have you worked previously for the DMV or another State Agency?
- Yes, DMV
- Yes, Another State Agency
- No
If the answer to question #13 or #14 is "yes", please include what agency, what state, what facility, what department, address/location, current/past reporting manager, dates of employment, job title, job responsibilities/duties, reason for leaving. (If No, put N/A)
- Required Question
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