Lead Court Liaison Regions 3/4

Summary

Lead Court Liaison Regions 3/4

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 November 11, 2026.

Posting Details

Posting Number - RTF00255PO26

USC Market Title - Court Liaison

Business Title (Internal Title) - Lead Court Liaison Regions 3/4

Campus - Columbia

Work County - Richland

College/Division - School of Law

Department - LAW Children's Law Center

Anticipated Hiring Range - $80,000 - $83,000

Location of Vacancy - Statewide SC

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.

Type of Staff Position - Staff Research Grant (SRGP)

Basis - 12 months

Job Search Category - Other Professional

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.

The University of South Carolina (UofSC), 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 UofSC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at 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 Court Liaison Lead Manager for Program Enhancement and Quality Assurance will supervise part-time and hourly court liaison staff and coordinate quality assurance efforts on specialty court projects.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience - Requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials

Preferred Qualifications - Previous supervisory experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities - Must have thorough knowledge of state and federal laws related to child welfare. Must be familiar with family court processes and DSS policy and procedures. Must be highly organized and have excellent communication skills. Must demonstrate excellent judgment and ability to develop effective working relationships. Must have ability to interpret statistical reports.

Job Duties

Job Duty - Supervise selected court liaison staff, including the provision of ongoing guidance and completion of annual performance reviews. Monitor county data. Assist with meetings and county issues that may arise. Participate in hiring as needed and provide training for new staff in regions. Provide back-up support in nearby counties on occasion if it is not practical for floater to do so.

Essential Function - Yes

Percentage of Time - 30

Job Duty - Assist Court Improvement Program Director as requested with monitoring of program effectiveness, identification of systemic issues, interpretation of statistical reports, and addition or modification of processes as needed.

Essential Function - Yes

Percentage of Time - 10

Job Duty - Obtain a docket of child protection hearings, review case files, and prepare information sheets for the court in selected counties.

Essential Function - Yes

Percentage of Time - 20

Job Duty - Upon completing case reviews, identify issues that might lead to a delay. Contact appropriate DSS staff or others to resolve issues and ensure cases move forward. Meet quarterly or as needed with county DSS staff to address recurring issues and explore possible solutions.

Essential Function - Yes

Percentage of Time - 10

Job Duty - Observe court hearings and update court liaison tracking system.

Essential Function - Yes

Percentage of Time - 20

Job Duty - Assist in tracking merits, permanency planning, and TPR hearings in designated counties. Provide additional monitoring as requested.

Essential Function - Yes

Percentage of Time - 10

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have at least a Bachelor's degree in a job related field and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. List of References and Contact Information

Job Description

Lead Court Liaison Regions 3/4

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 November 11, 2026.

Posting Details

Posting Number - RTF00255PO26

USC Market Title - Court Liaison

Business Title (Internal Title) - Lead Court Liaison Regions 3/4

Campus - Columbia

Work County - Richland

College/Division - School of Law

Department - LAW Children's Law Center

Anticipated Hiring Range - $80,000 - $83,000

Location of Vacancy - Statewide SC

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.

Type of Staff Position - Staff Research Grant (SRGP)

Basis - 12 months

Job Search Category - Other Professional

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.

The University of South Carolina (UofSC), 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 UofSC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at 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 Court Liaison Lead Manager for Program Enhancement and Quality Assurance will supervise part-time and hourly court liaison staff and coordinate quality assurance efforts on specialty court projects.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience - Requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials

Preferred Qualifications - Previous supervisory experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities - Must have thorough knowledge of state and federal laws related to child welfare. Must be familiar with family court processes and DSS policy and procedures. Must be highly organized and have excellent communication skills. Must demonstrate excellent judgment and ability to develop effective working relationships. Must have ability to interpret statistical reports.

Job Duties

Job Duty - Supervise selected court liaison staff, including the provision of ongoing guidance and completion of annual performance reviews. Monitor county data. Assist with meetings and county issues that may arise. Participate in hiring as needed and provide training for new staff in regions. Provide back-up support in nearby counties on occasion if it is not practical for floater to do so.

Essential Function - Yes

Percentage of Time - 30

Job Duty - Assist Court Improvement Program Director as requested with monitoring of program effectiveness, identification of systemic issues, interpretation of statistical reports, and addition or modification of processes as needed.

Essential Function - Yes

Percentage of Time - 10

Job Duty - Obtain a docket of child protection hearings, review case files, and prepare information sheets for the court in selected counties.

Essential Function - Yes

Percentage of Time - 20

Job Duty - Upon completing case reviews, identify issues that might lead to a delay. Contact appropriate DSS staff or others to resolve issues and ensure cases move forward. Meet quarterly or as needed with county DSS staff to address recurring issues and explore possible solutions.

Essential Function - Yes

Percentage of Time - 10

Job Duty - Observe court hearings and update court liaison tracking system.

Essential Function - Yes

Percentage of Time - 20

Job Duty - Assist in tracking merits, permanency planning, and TPR hearings in designated counties. Provide additional monitoring as requested.

Essential Function - Yes

Percentage of Time - 10

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have at least a Bachelor's degree in a job related field and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. List of References and Contact Information