What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Court Liaison Regions 3/4 position at University of South Carolina?
Posting Number
RTF00255PO26
USC Market Title
Court Liaison
Link to USC Market Title
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156333
Business Title (Internal Title)
Lead Court Liaison Regions 3/4
Campus
Columbia
Work County
Richland
College/Division
School of Law
Department
LAW Children's Law Center
Anticipated Hiring Range
$80,000 - $83,000
Location of Vacancy
Statewide SC
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
37.5
Work Schedule
Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Type of Staff Position
Staff Research Grant (SRGP)
Basis
12 months
Job Search Category
Other Professional
About USC
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.
Benefits for Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below
The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
South Carolina Retirement
Yes
State Insurance Programs
Yes
Annual Leave
Yes
Sick Leave
Yes
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
The Court Liaison Lead Manager for Program Enhancement and Quality Assurance will supervise part-time and hourly court liaison staff and coordinate quality assurance efforts on specialty court projects.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Must have thorough knowledge of state and federal laws related to child welfare.
Must be familiar with family court processes and DSS policy and procedures.
Must be highly organized and have excellent communication skills.
Must demonstrate excellent judgment and ability to develop effective working relationships.
Must have ability to interpret statistical reports.
Job Duties
Job Duty
Supervise selected court liaison staff, including the provision of ongoing guidance and completion of annual performance reviews. Monitor county data. Assist with meetings and county issues that may arise. Participate in hiring as needed and provide training for new staff in regions. Provide back-up support in nearby counties on occasion if it is not practical for floater to do so.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
30
Job Duty
Assist Court Improvement Program Director as requested with monitoring of program effectiveness, identification of systemic issues, interpretation of statistical reports, and addition or modification of processes as needed.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
10
Job Duty
Obtain a docket of child protection hearings, review case files, and prepare information sheets for the court in selected counties.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
20
Job Duty
Upon completing case reviews, identify issues that might lead to a delay. Contact appropriate DSS staff or others to resolve issues and ensure cases move forward. Meet quarterly or as needed with county DSS staff to address recurring issues and explore possible solutions.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
10
Job Duty
Observe court hearings and update court liaison tracking system.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
20
Job Duty
Assist in tracking merits, permanency planning, and TPR hearings in designated counties. Provide additional monitoring as requested.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
10
Position Attributes
Hazardous weather category
Non-Essential
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
No
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
Position End Date
Job Open Date
11/04/2026
Job Close Date
11/11/2026
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 November 11, 2026.
Quicklink for Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/215572
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.
Salary : $80,000 - $83,000
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