VLC Assistant Director

Position Title
VLC Assistant Director

Department
LAW School of Law

About UofSC
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.

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 works 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).

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications include:

Excellent writing and verbal communication 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 veterans services experience

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 Close Date
08/22/2026

Benefits

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

EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.

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