Administrative Coordinator

Salary: $52,100.00 - $55,000.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 188819
Agency: Department on Aging
Opening Date: 05/28/2026
Closing Date: 6/11/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Please complete the online appliction.
Class Code:: AH15
Position Number:: 61160695
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN09
Hiring Range - Min.: $52,100.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $55,000.00
Opening Date: 05/28/2026
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.


Job Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and/or performs complex administrative activities for the Community Resources Division with the South Carolina Department on Aging.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor internal office procedures, including standard operating procedures, policies, and create/mailing correspondence; ensure that documents are submitted for signatures.
• Assists in coordinating and scheduling meetings and taking minutes.
• Assists in the preparation and maintenance of documents, which may include drafting, proofreading, mailing/distributing, and/or filing both electronically and physically.
• Performs other assigned duties as requested or assigned, to include but not limited to assisting with phone coverage of the front desk when other appropriate staff are not available, and participation in agency outreach events.

Minimum and Additional Requirements


A high school diploma and relevant experience in business management, public administration, or administrative services. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for required work experience.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to plan and organize.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and professional skills are essential.
• Requires a high level of confidentiality and discretion, and can exercise good judgment.
• Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to prioritize and perform the duties of the position with limited supervision.

Additional Comments
The South Carolina Department on Aging offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available
• Retirement benefit choices *
  • State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
  • State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

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.