Paralegal

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in your community through your legal expertise, we invite you to apply for the Paralegal position at Greenwood County, SC today!

We are seeking a Paralegal to join our team at Greenwood County, SC. In this role, you will provide comprehensive legal and administrative support to both the County Attorney and the Economic Development Director. This role involves assisting with legal research, document preparation, contract review, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. You must establish and maintain effective working relationships with County employees, government agencies, business stakeholders, private law firms, and the general public.

Typical hours: Monday-Thursday 7:45am-5:30pm (on occasion require overtime and travel)

Responsibilities include but not limited to: (full description on county website)

• Draft, proofread, and revise contracts, incentive agreements, resolutions, ordinances, and other legal instruments, ensuring accuracy, consistency, clarity, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.​
• Conduct thorough legal research and prepare memoranda on relevant laws, regulations, and case precedents.
• Assist in the preparation and management of litigation files, discovery materials, and court filings, ensuring all documents are error-free and properly formatted.
• Monitor compliance with local, state, and federal laws and tax policy affecting County operations and economic development projects.
• Perform due diligence, including researching property records, Secretary of State searches, and title reviews to support economic development projects.
• Support the preparation of grant applications and reporting documentation, ensuring all content is accurate and adheres to required guidelines.​
• Coordinate with stakeholders, including developers, business owners, and government agencies, to ensure project compliance and facilitate smooth transactions.
• Coordinates FOIA requests with the County Attorney and the County Public Information Officer to ensure the proper handling of sensitive information.
• Assists in tracking and reporting FOIA requests and responses to maintain transparency and compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Occasional travel within the County, including attendance at public meetings or events outside of standard business hours.

Educational Requirements:

• Associate’s degree in paralegal studies, legal studies, or a related field; bachelor’s degree is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Paralegal certification from an accredited program is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of two years of paralegal or similar legal experience, with a focus on contract law or tax incentives, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Experience in government or economic development is highly desirable.

Special Certifications and Licenses:

SC Driver’s license

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance

Greenwood County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires Greenwood County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $41,230.99 - $68,185.75 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $41,231 - $68,186