Senior Associate General Counsel | Ed & State Govt

Position: Senior Associate General Counsel | Higher Ed & State Govt
Location: Columbia

Associate General Counsel

Department: OGC Office of General Counsel

Advertised Salary Range:

Part/Full Time: Full Time

About UofSC
From the Upstate to the Low country, 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.
Inclusive Excellence Statement

Advertised Job Summary
Serves as Associate General Counsel for the University of South Carolina. Provides legal representation, advice and counsel to officials, administrators, academic units, and departments with the University. Oversees and directs complex subject areas within the Office of General Counsel. Represents the University in State and Federal courts, and in internal and external administrative hearings and proceedings.
Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)

Preferred Qualifications

• 10 years of experience as practicing attorney.
• Prior experience representing South Carolina State Government Agencies.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Superior organizational and communication skills (including both oral and written communications).
• Sound analytical and research skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, judicial decisions and policies.
• Knowledge of the laws of South Carolina.
• Ability to multi-task efficiently and effectively.
• Strong inter-personal skills.

Job Close Date
06/21/2026

Special Instructions to Applicant
Applicants should provide their law school transcripts as the ‘other supporting documents’ document type.

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 June 21, 2026.The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

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EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.

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