Job Description

Posting number: 191803

Department: Department of Health and Human Services

Division: Office of Long Term Care & Behavioral Health Svcs

Job classification: Administrative Specialist II

Posting type: Open

Categories: Administration, Administrative Assistant, Clerical & Data Entry, Health Services, Paraprofessional, Human Services, Customer Service, Organizational Development, Business

Are you the One? We are looking for an Administrative Specialist II, who will work independently under the general supervision of the Area Administrator using discretion in the interpretation and application of policies and procedures, timeliness standards and in dealing with confidential matters. Provides administrative support to all CLTC Office workers including assisting other CLTC offices with essential job functions according to program needs . Maintains a working knowledge of all CLTC programs and related systems including Phoenix information system.

• Maintains office communication systems.
• Serves as local CLTC Office Admin.
• Performs paraprofessional duties.
• Prepares and processes correspondence and other documentation.
• Promotes Collaboration and Effective Communication
• Performs emergency preparedness duties or activities as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• 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.
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.

Examples of duties

High school diploma with clerical or paraprofessional experience.

Additional Requirements:

• Occasional travel, in and out of town, for meetings and training.
• Sitting or standing for long periods of time.
• Lifting requirements: 20 lbs.
• In-office Role

Qualifications

• Knowledge of and ability to use personal computer. Must be able to perform web-based software functions (keying data, run reports, update documents, etc.)
• The ability to multi-task within time frames and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent data entry and organizational skills.
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in interpreting and applying office practices and procedures.
• Preferred: Phoenix application and workflow experience

Supplemental information

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. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application for qualification purposes. All applicants must apply online. All correspondence from the Office of Human Resources will be through electronic mail.

The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services 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.