State of South Carolina
CSS Administrative Assistant
State of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina, United States, 29408
Salary:
$35,662.00 - $46,578.00 Annually
Location :
Charleston County, SC
Job Type:
FTE - Full-Time
Job Number:
171195
Agency:
Department of Social Services
Division:
Child Support Enforcement
Opening Date:
11/26/2024
Closing Date:
12/4/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement:
No
Class Code::
AA75
Position Number::
61015115
Normal Work Schedule::
Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band:
Band 3
Hiring Range - Min.:
$35,662.00
Hiring Range - Max.:
$46,578.00
Opening Date:
11/26/2024
EEO Statement:
Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures::
All applicants must apply online. All correspondence from DSS Human Resources will be made through electronic mail, unless otherwise indicated.
Veteran Preference Statement:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Do you have a passion to provide meaningful contributions to your community?
Would you like to be part of an organization whose central mission is helping to protect, stabilize and strengthen the lives of South Carolina's children, families, and vulnerable adults? If so, the
SC Department of Social Services
has the right job opportunity for you!
Job Duties:
The CSS Administrative Assistant coordinates general administrative, business management and support activities for Child Support Services Division Regional Office. Coordinates personnel activities for Child Support Services Division Regional Office: serves as resource person on personnel policies and procedures for assigned region to include SCEIS assistance. Prepares and processes necessary personnel actions for assigned Region. Orders supplies/equipment for Child Support Services Division Regional Office by preparing necessary documents; maintains inventory of same; reviews invoices and processes for payment by contacting vendor when necessary. Assists Child Support Services Division Regional Director with budget preparation annually; monitors budget expenditures for designated cost center; PCA's on a monthly basis; requests corrections/transfers through Child Support Services Division Business Manager when appropriate. Schedules State-owned vehicles assigned to Region for use by staff: assures vehicles are taken to shop for routine and/or necessary maintenance. Assists employees with travel reimbursements for private automobile use when state-owned vehicle is unavailable. Supervises the performance of the administrative staff for regional office; responsible for hiring, training, staffing and evaluating staff; monitors workload to assure legal documents and correspondence are completed accurately and timely. In-processes new employees for CSSD Regional Office to include explanation of benefits offered by State government. Serves as contact person for CSSD on administrative policies and procedures in regional office. Assists CSSD Regional Director with special projects. Performs Red Cross shelter duty or other emergency shelter duty and services as directed. Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A High School Diploma and work experience that is directly related to the area of employment.
A Bachelor's Degree may be substituted for the related work experience. Preferred Qualifications
Selected positions may require the ability to type at a corrected rate of 35 words a minute. Additional Comments
This application for employment with the SC Department of Social Services must be completed in its entirety. A resume may be included; but shall not be substituted in lieu of the completion of this application in part or in whole. "See Resume" is not acceptable information for the completion of any part of the requirements of this application. If such is submitted, this employment application will be considered incomplete and may not be forwarded as eligible for consideration to hiring managers.
Must have a valid driver's license, with access to a personal vehicle, and be able and willing to drive and transport children and adults. Must be able to lift children and to interact with adults and children in a positive and supportive demeanor. Must have the ability to cope with stressful work and life-threatening situations.
If you certify, by completion and submission of this application, that you possess educational credentials that qualify you for the available DSS positions, you will be required to provide a certified official transcript, if you are selected for job offer.
The South Carolina Department of Social Services offers an exceptional benefits package 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 Program
DIVISION:
Child Support Services /
Charleston
County
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note:
The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
01
Have you ever been terminated or forced to resign from any job? If (Yes), please explain.
02
I understand that supplemental questions are considered part of the official application. Any misrepresentation will result in disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. If there are periods of time when you were not employed, you must also list those periods on your employment application. A resume cannot be submitted for completed work history and education sections of the employment application. The employment application may be considered incomplete and may not be forwarded. I have read and acknowledge the above.
Yes No
03
I understand that by completion and submission of this application, that if I possess educational credentials that qualify me for the available DSS positions, I will be required to provide a certified official transcript, if selected for the position.
Yes No
04
I understand that it is my responsibility to provide a certified official college transcript within two (2) weeks of employment in the event I am offered a position with the Department of Social Services.
Yes No
05
If you selected "Yes" that you are a veteran, are you able to provide a Member 4, Service 2-Copy, or NGB22 DD-214?
Yes No
06
Have you ever been employed by the State of South Carolina? If yes, please provide the state agency/agencies.
Yes No
07
How did you hear about this job?
HR Recruiter DSS Employee Careers Website Indeed LinkedIn SCWORKS College/University Job Portal Social Media (Facebook, Instagram, etc.) Radio/TV/Billboard Other
08
If you selected "Other" or "DSS Employee" in the previous question, please list the source below.
09
Please indicate your level of education:
High School Diploma or GED Associate Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Doctorate None of the above
10
Please provide the date of completion.
11
Do you have work experience that is directly related to the area of employment?
Yes No
Required Question
$35,662.00 - $46,578.00 Annually
Location :
Charleston County, SC
Job Type:
FTE - Full-Time
Job Number:
171195
Agency:
Department of Social Services
Division:
Child Support Enforcement
Opening Date:
11/26/2024
Closing Date:
12/4/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement:
No
Class Code::
AA75
Position Number::
61015115
Normal Work Schedule::
Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band:
Band 3
Hiring Range - Min.:
$35,662.00
Hiring Range - Max.:
$46,578.00
Opening Date:
11/26/2024
EEO Statement:
Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures::
All applicants must apply online. All correspondence from DSS Human Resources will be made through electronic mail, unless otherwise indicated.
Veteran Preference Statement:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Do you have a passion to provide meaningful contributions to your community?
Would you like to be part of an organization whose central mission is helping to protect, stabilize and strengthen the lives of South Carolina's children, families, and vulnerable adults? If so, the
SC Department of Social Services
has the right job opportunity for you!
Job Duties:
The CSS Administrative Assistant coordinates general administrative, business management and support activities for Child Support Services Division Regional Office. Coordinates personnel activities for Child Support Services Division Regional Office: serves as resource person on personnel policies and procedures for assigned region to include SCEIS assistance. Prepares and processes necessary personnel actions for assigned Region. Orders supplies/equipment for Child Support Services Division Regional Office by preparing necessary documents; maintains inventory of same; reviews invoices and processes for payment by contacting vendor when necessary. Assists Child Support Services Division Regional Director with budget preparation annually; monitors budget expenditures for designated cost center; PCA's on a monthly basis; requests corrections/transfers through Child Support Services Division Business Manager when appropriate. Schedules State-owned vehicles assigned to Region for use by staff: assures vehicles are taken to shop for routine and/or necessary maintenance. Assists employees with travel reimbursements for private automobile use when state-owned vehicle is unavailable. Supervises the performance of the administrative staff for regional office; responsible for hiring, training, staffing and evaluating staff; monitors workload to assure legal documents and correspondence are completed accurately and timely. In-processes new employees for CSSD Regional Office to include explanation of benefits offered by State government. Serves as contact person for CSSD on administrative policies and procedures in regional office. Assists CSSD Regional Director with special projects. Performs Red Cross shelter duty or other emergency shelter duty and services as directed. Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A High School Diploma and work experience that is directly related to the area of employment.
A Bachelor's Degree may be substituted for the related work experience. Preferred Qualifications
Selected positions may require the ability to type at a corrected rate of 35 words a minute. Additional Comments
This application for employment with the SC Department of Social Services must be completed in its entirety. A resume may be included; but shall not be substituted in lieu of the completion of this application in part or in whole. "See Resume" is not acceptable information for the completion of any part of the requirements of this application. If such is submitted, this employment application will be considered incomplete and may not be forwarded as eligible for consideration to hiring managers.
Must have a valid driver's license, with access to a personal vehicle, and be able and willing to drive and transport children and adults. Must be able to lift children and to interact with adults and children in a positive and supportive demeanor. Must have the ability to cope with stressful work and life-threatening situations.
If you certify, by completion and submission of this application, that you possess educational credentials that qualify you for the available DSS positions, you will be required to provide a certified official transcript, if you are selected for job offer.
The South Carolina Department of Social Services offers an exceptional benefits package 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 Program
DIVISION:
Child Support Services /
Charleston
County
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note:
The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
01
Have you ever been terminated or forced to resign from any job? If (Yes), please explain.
02
I understand that supplemental questions are considered part of the official application. Any misrepresentation will result in disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. If there are periods of time when you were not employed, you must also list those periods on your employment application. A resume cannot be submitted for completed work history and education sections of the employment application. The employment application may be considered incomplete and may not be forwarded. I have read and acknowledge the above.
Yes No
03
I understand that by completion and submission of this application, that if I possess educational credentials that qualify me for the available DSS positions, I will be required to provide a certified official transcript, if selected for the position.
Yes No
04
I understand that it is my responsibility to provide a certified official college transcript within two (2) weeks of employment in the event I am offered a position with the Department of Social Services.
Yes No
05
If you selected "Yes" that you are a veteran, are you able to provide a Member 4, Service 2-Copy, or NGB22 DD-214?
Yes No
06
Have you ever been employed by the State of South Carolina? If yes, please provide the state agency/agencies.
Yes No
07
How did you hear about this job?
HR Recruiter DSS Employee Careers Website Indeed LinkedIn SCWORKS College/University Job Portal Social Media (Facebook, Instagram, etc.) Radio/TV/Billboard Other
08
If you selected "Other" or "DSS Employee" in the previous question, please list the source below.
09
Please indicate your level of education:
High School Diploma or GED Associate Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Doctorate None of the above
10
Please provide the date of completion.
11
Do you have work experience that is directly related to the area of employment?
Yes No
Required Question