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Online Job Applications are available to fill out under each job posting. Applications MUST be submitted in order to be considered for any job vacancy (see vacancies below). A new application must be submitted for each individual job applied for.

 For a downloadable version, please click Application for Employment. Paper applications are available at The Kershaw County Government Center at 515 Walnut Street, Camden, SC 29020.

Submit applications to:
Kershaw County
Attn: Human Resources
515 Walnut Street
Camden, SC 29020

You may also apply at our Local SC DEW office and note the vacancy is in
Camden, Kershaw County.


For questions please contact the Human Resources Department.

It is the policy of Kershaw County to recruit, hire, train, and promote employees on the basis of qualifications and without discrimination because of race, religion, color, political affiliation, physical disability, national origin, sex, age, or familial status.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Attorney 1 - Public Defender

  • Type:Full Time
  • Salary/Pay Rate:68,917
  • Posted Date:07/08/2024

Attorney 1 - Public Defender

Salary / Pay Rate: Min. $68,917

Job Type: Full Time

Post Date: ASAP

Expire Date: None

JOB: Attorney I - Public Defender
TYPE: Full Time
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled
SALARY: Min $68,917

Location: Kershaw County Courthouse, Camden, SC

 ***KERSHAW COUNTY IS POSTING THIS POSITION AT THE REQUEST OF RICHLAND COUNTY SINCE THE POSITION WILL BE HOUSED AT THE KERSHAW COUNTY COURTHOUSE*** DO NOT APPLY WITH THE KERSHAW COUNTY APPLICATION.  SEE BELOW FOR THE LINK TO APPLY WITH RICHLAND COUNTY******

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Kershaw Public Defender’s Office is looking for dedicated people interested in public service. As a Public Defender, you will represent indigent individuals charged with criminal offenses in Kershaw County serving the community by guaranteeing the fundamental right to counsel. You can expect to spend a lot of time in the courtroom where you’ll try criminal cases, argue motions, and negotiate plea bargains. To prepare for your duties in court, you will participate in case investigation including crime scene investigation, interviewing witnesses and victims, examining evidence, researching legal issues, evaluating and preparing witnesses for trial, and assisting in jury selection.

In addition to your daily work as a Public Defender, you’ll also have opportunities to attend professional conferences, trainings, seminars, and workshops, and give presentations to various community and civic organizations.

Join us in the essential and rewarding work of serving the public!

Please apply at the below link. This is a Kershaw County position but the application must be submitted through the Richland County web portal included below.

https://richlandonline.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/richlandcountygovcareers/details/PD-Attorney-I_R382?locations=4afc3421081d1001e6d63a8a07680000

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