What are the responsibilities and job description for the SC Rural Access to Justice Special Paralegal position at University of South Carolina Student Government?
Posting Summary
Logo Posting Number TMP00372PO25 Job Code Title Program Coordinator II Advertised Title SC Rural Access to Justice Special Paralegal Campus Columbia College/Division School of Law Department LAW Champs-A Salary Commensurate with experience Location of Vacancy Columbia Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule
Monday through Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm with an hour for lunch.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Job Search Category Other Professional
About USC
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, 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
At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.
Benefits for Temporary Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers temporary employees expected to work at least 30 hours per week health and life insurance, flexible spending accounts and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
The SC Rural Access to Justice Special Paralegal, under the limited supervision of the Faculty Director and Assistant Director of the Carolina Health Advocacy Medicolegal Partnership (CHAMPS), will establish intake procedures for client counseling sites in rural areas with significant unmet civil legal services needs. In addition to providing client direct representation in CHAMPS’s core practice areas of housing conditions, education, income stability and public benefits matters, the Fellow will engage in broader activities such as advice and counsel and community legal education. Throughout this two-year fellowship, the SCRAJ Fellow will collaborate with Clinic staff and students in person and remotely to reach underserved rural communities and deliver excellent legal services.
Qualifications
J.D. degree or J. D. degree candidate graduating May, 2025 with at least one year clinical experience during the candidate’s law school term.
Job Duties
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 08/01/2025 Proposed End Date 12/23/2025 Job Open Date 02/24/2025 Job Close Date 03/03/2025 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant
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.
Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/183736 EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Logo Posting Number TMP00372PO25 Job Code Title Program Coordinator II Advertised Title SC Rural Access to Justice Special Paralegal Campus Columbia College/Division School of Law Department LAW Champs-A Salary Commensurate with experience Location of Vacancy Columbia Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule
Monday through Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm with an hour for lunch.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Job Search Category Other Professional
About USC
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, 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
At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.
Benefits for Temporary Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers temporary employees expected to work at least 30 hours per week health and life insurance, flexible spending accounts and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
The SC Rural Access to Justice Special Paralegal, under the limited supervision of the Faculty Director and Assistant Director of the Carolina Health Advocacy Medicolegal Partnership (CHAMPS), will establish intake procedures for client counseling sites in rural areas with significant unmet civil legal services needs. In addition to providing client direct representation in CHAMPS’s core practice areas of housing conditions, education, income stability and public benefits matters, the Fellow will engage in broader activities such as advice and counsel and community legal education. Throughout this two-year fellowship, the SCRAJ Fellow will collaborate with Clinic staff and students in person and remotely to reach underserved rural communities and deliver excellent legal services.
Qualifications
J.D. degree or J. D. degree candidate graduating May, 2025 with at least one year clinical experience during the candidate’s law school term.
Job Duties
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 08/01/2025 Proposed End Date 12/23/2025 Job Open Date 02/24/2025 Job Close Date 03/03/2025 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant
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.
Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/183736 EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
