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Job Responsibilities

Under the Chief General Counsel, instructs Academy personnel and students in legal issues and updates using classroom instruction and teleconferencing format.

• Provide instruction of legal principles to students in Basic Law Enforcement and Basic Detention classes.
• Sit as a hearing officer for law enforcement certification contested case hearings, which are held pursuant to the Administrative Procedures Act and South Carolina Rules of Evidence.
• Write hearing officer recommendations, which will be submitted to the South Carolina Law Enforcement Training Council for review.
• Review content of lesson plans developed by other instructional areas of the Criminal Justice Academy for legal accuracy.
• Prepare and update teaching materials, lesson plans, and test questions to include the presentation of the Annual Legal Update.
• Perform other assignments and projects assigned by the General Counsel.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

Must have a juris doctor degree from an accredited law school. Must be a member, in good standing, of the S.C. Bar and have completed all Rule 403, SCACR requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

Prefer one (1) year of experience as a practicing attorney or one (1) year of instructional experience.

Additional Comments

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; interpret and apply laws and judicial decisions. Must be familiar with the dynamics of the judicial process and have the personality and experience to work effectively in the classroom and the ability to develop lesson plans and conduct comprehensive and professional instruction. Trial experience and experience with the State Legislature not prerequisite, but highly advantageous. Knowledge of SC Criminal and Civil laws as they relate to law enforcement, knowledge of federal and state constitutional rulings and state court rules of procedure.

Must be able to work with minimal supervision and be able to work independently, and as a team, while exercising sound judgement.

Some training will be conducted in the field and will require overnight travel. Must be prepared to work holidays. Some nights and weekend work may also be required. Work hours are generally 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.; however, you may be required to teach evening classes according to schedule needs.