Attorney II

The Agency's mission is to be boldly innovative in improving the health and quality of life for South Carolinians.

This position is located in Appeals & Hearings, Richland County
. This is an in-office role and not a telecommute or remote position.

Are you the One? We are looking for an Attorney II who, under the Program Manager's supervision, serves as a hearing officer for the Division of Appeals and Hearings to ensure the agency meets its obligations to provide beneficiaries and providers with due process by allowing same to appeal any adverse decision or delay by the agency.

• Maintains an active caseload as a hearing officer within the assigned area. Ensures beneficiaries are afforded due process by providing the opportunity to appeal any adverse agency decision or delay. Conducts legal research and analyzes cases to determine jurisdiction, identify issues in controversy, and prepare matters for hearing. When appropriate, encourages efficient resolution of cases through settlement discussions, issue narrowing, or other suitable methods while upholding fairness and due process for all parties.
  
  Communicates with parties and conducts administrative hearings. Drafts and issues final administrative orders and other necessary orders. Prepares cases for appeal to the Administrative Law Court when required. Supports fellow hearing officers and contributes to a collaborative team environment.
• Prepares for hearing when appeal cannot be resolved through prehearing means. Rules on all prehearing and hearing motions and other requests. Ensures due process is afforded to parties by allowing them to present evidence and witnesses and to cross-examine opposing witnesses at the hearing. Moves cases toward hearing and through the process to final order within the relevant appeal timeline.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Chief Hearing Officer.

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year.
• 15 days sick leave per year.
• 13 paid holidays.
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.

A Juris Doctor Degree from an accredited law school and experience as a practicing Attorney.

Member of the South Carolina Bar. Must have courtroom experience and have completed all Rule 403 requirements.

• Valid driver's license.
• Occasional overnight travel.
• Requires holder to drive routinely.
• Overtime and/or weekend work with Deputy approval.
• Sitting or standing for long periods of time.
• In-office role.

• Knowledge of the laws of South Carolina.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Excellent reasoning and writing ability.
• Ability to interpret laws and judicial decisions.
• Should possess excellent research and organizational skills.
• Some clerkship experience preferred.
• Must have proficient communication skills both verbal and written.
• Open to cultural/demographic diversity.
• Ability to communicate at an acceptable level with the general public.
• Ability to make and keep schedules.
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Capable of using standard office equipment.
• Some knowledge of Medicaid and/or the Social Security Administration Disability program preferred.
• Prior experience as a hearing officer, attorney specializing in administrative law, or a position involving appellate review a plus.

The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services 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.