Senior Resource Attorney

Logo : Posting Number :

RTF00232PO25

USC Market Title : Program Manager

Link to USC Market Title :

https : / / uscjobs.sc.edu / titles / 156363

Business Title (Internal Title) :

Senior Resource Attorney

Campus : Columbia

Work County : Richland

College / Division : School of Law

Department :

LAW Children's Law Center

Advertised Salary Range :

$87,231 - Commensurate with experience

Location of Vacancy :

Columbia, South Carolina

Part / Full Time : Full Time

Hours per Week : 37.5

Work Schedule :

8 : 30 am to 5 : 00 pm; Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department

Type of Staff Position :

Staff Time-Limited (STL)

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.

South Carolina Retirement :

Yes

State Insurance Programs :

Yes

Annual Leave : Yes

Sick Leave : Yes

Advertised Job Summary :

The Children’s Law Center is looking for someone to lead a team; deliver training and resources for prosecutors, law enforcement, and child welfare professionals; and help support the Children’s Justice Act Task Force. This position also teaches at the law school, mentors students, and will work to strengthen the Center’s role within the law school. This position offers the opportunity to combine leadership, training, and teaching to improve how South Carolina responds to child maltreatment. Join us and contribute to meaningful change in for children, youth, and families, while advancing your professional impact.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience :

Law degree, membership in South Carolina Bar, and minimum of 5 years of experience as a practicing attorney in criminal or civil proceedings related to child abuse and neglect.

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience in both criminal and civil child abuse proceedings is preferred. At least one year administrative or managerial experience is preferred. Training or public speaking experience is strongly preferred. Experience teaching at the post-secondary level is preferred.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :

• Expert knowledge of general and South Carolina statutory and case law related to child abuse and neglect.
• Thorough knowledge of circuit court procedures.
• Ability to interpret and apply the law.
• Considerable knowledge of dynamics and effects of child abuse and neglect.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Academic credentials suitable for teaching law school courses as adjunct instructor.

Job Duty :

Develops and delivers training programs on child abuse and neglect for multi-disciplinary professionals, including prosecutors, law enforcement officers, and child welfare staff; administers the forensic interviewing training program.

Essential Function : Yes

Percentage of Time : 45

Job Duty :

Provides research and logistical assistance to the S.C. Children’s Justice Act Task Force in support of its mission to improve the state’s systems that respond to criminal child abuse and neglect.

Essential Function : Yes

Percentage of Time : 45

Job Duty :

Provides information and technical assistance to prosecutors, law enforcement officers, attorneys, and other professionals on prosecution of child abuse and neglect; prepares legal resource materials such as manuals, checklists, and web-based resources; and ensures related publications are regularly updated.

Essential Function : Yes

Percentage of Time : 45

Actively participates as a member of the Children’s Law Center’s leadership team and performs other duties as needed to benefit the mission of the Children’s Law Center.

Essential Function : Yes

Percentage of Time : 45

Serves as an adjunct professor teaching law school courses and externships on child maltreatment; builds relationships to strengthen the Children’s Law Center’s affiliation and integration within the law school; acts as primary contact for the Children’s Law Concentration Administrator; and collaborates with faculty, staff, and students to support meaningful learning opportunities for students.

Essential Function : Yes

Percentage of Time : 45

Job Duty :

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

Essential Function : Yes

Percentage of Time : 45

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

Number of Vacancies :

Desired Start Date :

12 / 01 / 2025

Job Open Date : 10 / 17 / 2025

Job Close Date : 01 / 15 / 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 January 15, 2026.

Quicklink for Posting :

https : / / uscjobs.sc.edu / postings / 196469

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.