VLC Assistant Director

Posting Details

Posting Summary

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Posting Number
STA00516PO26

Job Family
Legal Services

Job Function
Community Legal Advocacy & Education

USC Market Title
Legal Advocate

Link to USC Market Title
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/195960

Job Level
P2 - Professional

Business Title (Internal Title)
VLC Assistant Director

Campus
Columbia

Work County
Richland

College/Division
School of Law

Department
LAW School of Law

State Pay Range
Unclassified

USC Market Range
MRJ - $76,904 $96,130 $115,356

Anticipated Hiring Range
$76,904 - $93,000 commensurate with experience

Location of Vacancy

Part/Full Time
Full Time

Hours per Week
37.5

Work Schedule
Standard working schedule: 8:30am - 5:00pm
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Basis
12 months

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.

Veterans' Preference Statement

The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

Benefits for FTE Positions

The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

The VLC Assistant Director is dedicated to providing legal services and education to South

Carolina veterans and families. The Assistant Director advances the mission of the Clinic by maintaining a robust docket of civil legal matters, including veterans benefits matters, in consultation with the Faculty Director. The VLC Assistant Director also advances the Clinic's mission by working with the Faculty Director to develop and execute community education and outreach in areas of special interest or need in the South Carolina veterans community, and to build partnerships with other advocates and organizations serving veterans. The Assistant Director works under the limited supervision of the Faculty Director of the Veterans Legal Clinic (VLC).

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

Requires a juris doctor degree or its equivalent from an accredited law school and 2 or more years of experience as a practicing attorney. Must be a member in good standing of the South Carolina Bar.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Excellent writing and verbal communications skills.
Extensive experience providing civil legal services to low-income individuals independently.
Experience developing and executing education, outreach, and advocacy programming, with a preference for such experience in veterans services.
Ability to collaborate with law school faculty, staff and students.
Ability to work for and with veterans in need who will be requesting legal assistance.
Job Duties

Job Duty

Handle legal representation, including in both litigation and agency proceedings, for VLC clients.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
50

Job Duty

Develop and deliver community education, limited advice and counsel, and advocacy and outreach programs in areas of special interest or need in the South Carolina veterans community.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
20

Job Duty

Offer advice and counsel without representation to veteran and family member callers.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
10

Job Duty

Collaborate effectively with clinic faculty, paralegals, staff, and students

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
10

Job Duty

Diligently enter all time, activities, and for cases and matters in clinics' case management system.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
5

Job Duty

Other responsibilities as needed by the clinic.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
5

Position Attributes

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive
No

Hazardous weather category
Non-Essential

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies
1

Desired Start Date

Job Open Date
07/08/2026

Job Close Date
08/22/2026

Open Until Filled
No

Special Instructions to Applicant

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 August 22, 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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Quicklink for Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/209102

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.