Administrative Specialist II Details

Administrative Specialist II

State of South Carolina - Columbia, SC

Employment Type : Full-Time

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Provides administrative support activities for the Environmental Affairs, Bureau of Environmental Health Services, Division of Onsite Wastewater, Rabies and Enforcement. Performs receptionist duties by answering multi-lined phone and greeting the public with an amiable and helpful attitude; screens and forwards customers’ calls/concerns to the appropriate staff or agency. Performs administrative duties to include preparing, typing, and proofing documents; maintains filing system, program logs, and computer programs for all programs. Processes all outgoing and incoming intra-agency mail (courier) and postal mail. Provides freedom of information assistance for all requesters in accordance with agency policy and Bureau of Environmental Health Services office expectations. Performs other duties as required, which includes attending periodic staff meetings and training.

State Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma. Related clerical experience may be substituted for a high school diploma.

Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Agency Additional Requirements: The agency’s requirements are a high school diploma and two years of administrative experience in an office setting.

Provides administrative support activities for the Environmental Affairs, Bureau of Environmental Health Services, Division of Onsite Wastewater, Rabies and Enforcement. Performs receptionist duties by answering multi-lined phone and greeting the public with an amiable and helpful attitude; screens and forwards customers’ calls/concerns to the appropriate staff or agency. Performs administrative duties to include preparing, typing, and proofing documents; maintains filing system, program logs, and computer programs for all programs. Processes all outgoing and incoming intra-agency mail (courier) and postal mail. Provides freedom of information assistance for all requesters in accordance with agency policy and Bureau of Environmental Health Services office expectations. Performs other duties as required, which includes attending periodic staff meetings and training.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.

DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver’s license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

SC DHEC is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employing agency. We are committed to a diverse workforce. SC DHEC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.