Job Description

Advertised Job Summary
Join a team dedicated to improving the lives of children and families across South Carolina. The Legislative Resource Attorney supports the Joint Citizens and Legislative Committee on Children, helping state leaders better understand and address the issues facing children in our communities. This role offers the opportunity to work directly with legislators, state agencies, and advocates to shape meaningful policy and promote positive change. If you're passionate about public service and want your work to make a difference, we invite you to apply and be part of our mission to build a brighter future for South Carolina's children.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
Requires a JD from an accredited law school and good standing with the South Carolina bar and 3 or more years of experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials
Preferred Qualifications

• Strongly prefer completion of Child Law Concentration in conjunction with law degree and experience in research of policy issues and preparation of reports.
• Prefer at least two years of experience staffing a legislative committee and organizing hearings or public events.
• Knowledge of children's policy issues and functions of state government.
• Experience in desktop publishing and/or website maintenance and social media would be a plus.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to work effectively with members of the Joint Committee and other elected and appointed officials.
• Ability to analyze issues and project impact of policy.
• Excellent computer skills and communication skills, both written and oral.
• Highly organized and attentive to detail.

Job Duties
Job Duty
Tracks children related bills and coordinates staff coverage of legislative meetings and hearings. Ensures that meeting summaries are prepared and entered into database. Manages the compendium of relevant legislation.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 25
Job Duty
Researches issues and drafts fact sheets for Committee members. Functions as a member of the drafting team for the annual report.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 20
Job Duty
Coordinates annual public hearings, including scheduling of speakers and preparation of summary report. Responds to requests for information from stakeholders and the public.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 25
Job Duty
Coordinates materials for the Committee's website. Develops and implements a social media plan for reporting on Committee activities.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 5
Job Duty
Assists the Senior Resource Attorney in analyzing proposed legislation and data trends.
Assists in drafting proposed legislation and developing policy initiatives as requested.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 10
Job Duty
Assists the Senior Resource Attorney in preparation for Committee meetings and related duties. Participates in Committee meetings and provides information to Committee members in the absence of the Senior Resource Attorney or as requested.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 10
Job Duty
Supervise and coordinate law clerks and student interns, including providing supervision to meet course requirements, overseeing work assignments, and monitoring attendance. Develop and manage schedules to ensure appropriate coverage of Committee activities and legislative hearings. Provide constructive feedback to support professional growth. Collaborate with USC programs to support student internship placements, participate in the recruitment and interview process for law clerks and interns, and delegate tasks consistent with Committee needs. Ensure accurate tracking of time by monitoring daily work logs and approving time entered into the PeopleSoft system.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 5
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

Skills Required