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NEOGOV · 2 months ago

Attorney II - 61069392

Richland County, SC

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$66K/yr - $90K/yr

NEOGOV is seeking an experienced Attorney II to join the Human Affairs Commission in South Carolina. The role involves reviewing and analyzing complaints of unlawful discrimination, providing legal counsel, and litigating matters before administrative panels or state courts.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Serve as lead counsel for SCHAC in administrative hearings, state and federal court proceedings, and before partner agencies and community organizations, safeguarding the Commission's interests and advancing civil-rights enforcement

Perform in-depth legal research and analysis; review discrimination complaints for jurisdiction, sufficiency, and strategic merit, and recommend appropriate litigation or conciliation approaches

Scrutinize investigative reports for factual accuracy and legal adequacy, issuing determinations on probable cause and advising on next steps to strengthen case outcomes

Provide authoritative guidance to investigators and program personnel on the Fair Housing Act, Title VII, ADA, ADEA, and related statutes, ensuring all enforcement activities comply with law and policy

Brief the Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner of Compliance Programs, Division Directors, and Governing Board on complex policy questions and emerging legal risks; design and deliver in-house trainings

Undertake high-impact assignments and cross-functional initiatives that further SCHAC's mandate to eliminate unlawful discrimination throughout South Carolina

Qualification

Juris DoctorateSouth Carolina Bar membershipCivil litigation experienceEmployment discrimination lawHousing discrimination lawLegal researchPublic speakingAnalytical skills