Legal Assistant

About SLED The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is a premier statewide law enforcement agency dedicated to serving and protecting the citizens of South Carolina. With a proud history rooted in integrity, professionalism, and public service, SLED is committed to providing high-quality investigative, intelligence, and forensic services to support law enforcement agencies across the state. At SLED, we value dedication, ethical conduct, accountability, and a strong commitment to justice. Our agency plays a vital role in maintaining public safety and supporting criminal justice efforts at the local, state, and federal levels. From advanced forensic science to homeland security, criminal investigations, and criminal justice information systems, SLED's diverse responsibilities make it one of the most dynamic law enforcement agencies in the state. We foster a professional work environment where teamwork, respect, and continuous improvement are fundamental. Our employees are held to the highest standards and are given opportunities to grow within a mission-driven organization that makes a meaningful difference in South Carolina communities. Learn more about why you should join our team at General Responsibility Serve as a Legal Assistant for SLED's Office of General Counsel and assist with special projects and activities as needed. Specific Duties Coordinate and process extradition requests received by SLED's Office of General Counsel. Receive, log, review, research, track, and process extradition requests and other requests as needed. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of laws and procedures regarding extraditions. Ensure requests are accomplished within mandated time limits as required by law. Assist SLED's Office of General Counsel with special projects, events, and other activities. This includes answering telephone calls, responding to emails, and assisting with general tasks as needed. A high school diploma. Must have experience with data management, record keeping, communications, scheduling, and drafting correspondence and legal documents. Must be able to communicate effectively. Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Ability to exercise judgment and discretion. Must be able to maintain confidentiality in all matters pertaining to the agency. South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) 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. SLED offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes: Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year 15 days sick leave per year 13 paid holidays Paid Parental Leave State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs Supplemental questions are considered part of the official application. Any misrepresentation of yourself may be grounds for disqualification. Conditional selection based on candidate education, training, experience, oral interviews and clearance of background investigation. #J-18808-Ljbffr