Assistant County Attorney

York County is located in the Piedmont region, between the Broad River and the Catawba River. Its diverse landscape is home to family-friendly towns/cities, a progressive urban region and lakefront communities. We are excited that you want to join our team and recognize that our employees are the foundation for our success.

Mission Statement - York County provides quality public services in an open, efficient, and responsive manner.

Vision Statement - York County provides an environment where all citizens and businesses can thrive and succeed.

We invite you to apply to join our team as a full-time (40 hours per week), exempt Assistant County Attorney. The essential functions of this position will be to assist and provide legal advice and counsel for the County in all phases of County representation and in civil litigation in State and Federal courts, to assist and report to the Deputy County Attorney and County Attorney in advising and assisting County Council, County Boards and Commissions, Elected Officials, and as circumstances require to assist County Departments with legal questions, issues and problems. Additionally, this position will require you to establish and maintain effective working relationships with County Management and Departments, Elected Officials, Judges within the County, other court personnel, law enforcement agencies, County personnel, the general public and other related legal authorities. You may also be required to attend meetings scheduled by County Management or County Departments, as approved by the Deputy County Attorney or County Attorney.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm; required to attend board and commission meetings on a regular basis outside of the standard hours. Overnight travel may be needed on an occasional basis.

Compensation: Salary is determined based on education and experience.

Benefits: participation in the State Retirement system, comprehensive medical benefits, sick, vacation and holiday pay.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides professional legal advice and counsel for the County in all phases of County operations and in litigation in both civil and criminal courts, including appearing in trial and appellate courts, conducting mediations, and engaging in settlement conferences.
• Reviews assigned cases, researches and briefs the legal issues, and develops effective legal strategies.
• Through appropriate legal action, enforces various County Ordinances including, but not limited to animal control, zoning, stormwater management, utility regulatory matters, public nuisances, and littering.
• Represents the County in various litigation actions including, but not limited to, road closure hearings, quiet title actions, stormwater actions, appeals from commission and/or board decisions, and eminent domain proceedings.
• Performs legal research in many areas of the law, including the interpretation and applicability of local, state, and federal laws and judicial procedures.
• Attends County Council meetings and various County committee meetings as a legal advisor.
• Advises various departments and agencies on general county procedures and specific job-related matters, and in matters involving governmental services provided to citizens by internal County departments.
• Drives to and attends meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions using personal or County vehicle.
• Reviews materials to maintain licensure and to become and remain current on the principles, practices, and new developments in assigned work areas.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Required Experience and Education:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) Degree from an accredited institution.
• License to practice law in the State of South Carolina required.
• Completion of Rule 403 Requirements or within 90 days of hire.

Preferred Experience and Education:

• Five (5) years of experience in the practice of law preferred.
• Public Utilities legal experience preferred.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid drivers license.

Physical Demands:

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

• Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance:
York County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Standard Clauses:
May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays, and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the County.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Essential Safety Functions:
It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.
Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed and employees are properly trained.