Attorney II, South Carolina Human Affairs Commission
 

ID: 61069392
Pay Range: $66,400.00
Closing Date: Continuous

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Under general supervision, the Attorney II reviews and analyzes complaints alleging unlawful discrimination, advises agency personnel regarding potential outcomes and completes other duties as assigned by General Counsel. The Attorney II litigates agency matters before an administrative panel or state circuit when suitable under applicable state law. The Attorney II may serve as advice counsel in administrative proceedings. Matters subject to attorney review are brought pursuant to the SC Human Affairs Law and SC Fair Housing Act and are directly related to Title VII employment and Title VIII Fair Housing protections. 

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Responsibilities of the Attorney II:

• Serve as lead counsel for SCHAC in administrative hearings, state and federal court proceedings, and before partner agencies and community organizations, safeguarding the Commission's interests and advancing civil-rights enforcement.

• Perform in-depth legal research and analysis; review discrimination complaints for jurisdiction, sufficiency, and strategic merit, and recommend appropriate litigation or conciliation approaches.

• Scrutinize investigative reports for factual accuracy and legal adequacy, issuing determinations on probable cause and advising on next steps to strengthen case outcomes.

• Provide authoritative guidance to investigators and program personnel on the Fair Housing Act, Title VII, ADA, ADEA, and related statutes, ensuring all enforcement activities comply with law and policy.

• Brief the Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner of Compliance Programs, Division Directors, and Governing Board on complex policy questions and emerging legal risks; design and deliver in-house trainings.

• Undertake high-impact assignments and cross-functional initiatives that further SCHAC's mandate to eliminate unlawful discrimination throughout South Carolina.

Minimum and Additional Requirements
A Juris Doctorate degree or its equivalent from an ABA accredited law school and experience as a practicing attorney. Must be a member in good standing with the South Carolina Bar.

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Additional Requirements

This position will require constant public contact.
Occasional travel required.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application will be required to bring a copy of college transcript to the interview.  A copy of the transcript may also be uploaded as an attachment to the application, if required by the hiring department or if desired by the applicant.  Please note that some areas of the Agency may require an official, certified copy of the transcript prior to hiring or within a specific timeframe required by that area, after hiring.  Failure to produce an official, certified transcript may result in not being hired or termination. 

Additional Comments
The SC Human Affairs Commission is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

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Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application.  Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment.  Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.  A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

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The SC Human Affairs Commission offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees: 

1. Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.

2. 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year

3. 15 days sick leave per year

4. 13 paid holidays

5. Paid Parental Leave

6. S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)

7. Retirement benefit choices * 

State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay. 

 

Posted January 28, 2026

 

 

Executive Director, The ACLU of Colorado (ACLU-CO)

The ACLU of Colorado (ACLU-CO) and Spelman Johnson are partnering on the search for Executive Director. At this critical time in our nation and across Colorado, the American Civil Liberties Union of Colorado (ACLU-CO or the ACLU of Colorado) invites inquiries, nominations, and applications for the position of executive director. This position is based in Denver and may be eligible for a flexible or hybrid schedule. The executive director is expected to take office in early 2026.

Review the full position specification: https://spelmanandjohnson.com/position/executive-director-3/

The salary range is $225,000 to $275,000.

Reporting to the boards of directors of ACLU-CO’s two corporate entities, the executive director will:
 

• Provide strategic leadership and ensure the organization is fiscally sound and operates effectively to achieve its mission and goals.

• Oversee litigation, policy, advocacy, fundraising, and communications programs to address the current and emergent needs of its constituents.

• Represent ACLU-CO publicly as its chief ambassador and spokesperson, and serve as a powerful public voice and thought leader on emerging issues to amplify the work of the staff and community partners.

• Manage a 23-person staff, including seven direct reports, and oversee a $4.8 million budget.

This is an in-person leadership role based in Denver and may be eligible for a flexible or hybrid schedule, with an expected start date in early 2026.

The ACLU of Colorado seeks a proven leader with a profound commitment to advancing civil rights and liberties and a track record of success in leading both people and programs within complex organizations. This role requires significant management experience, fundraising ability, and demonstrated capacity to build high-performing teams, drive innovation, and lead organizational change. The ideal candidate is a people-centric, strategic leader who can bring new energy to ACLU-CO, is attuned to the pressing issues of the day, and is driven by a passion that centers the well-being and development of both the organization and the communities it serves.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Complete applications received by October 17, 2025, will be assured full consideration.

This search will be fully confidential, with no announcement of finalist names. References will be contacted only after the initial round of interviews and only with the candidate’s prior knowledge and approval.

 

Posted October 17, 2025

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