ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Dorchester County, SC
Salary : $43,717.77 - $48,089.55 Annually
Location : Summerville, SC, SC
Job Type: FULL-TIME
Job Number: 02089
Department: WATER & SEWER
Opening Date: 05/20/2026
Closing Date: 6/12/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Description
The purpose of the class is to perform a variety of moderately complex clerical work in the preparation and maintenance of department records; to perform a variety of clerical tasks as assigned; and to provide professional and courteous customer service at all times. The class is given a general outline of work to be performed and is free to develop work methods and sequences; work is reviewed periodically by supervisor.
Duties
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Prepares, processes, copies, indexes, files, transmits and/or maintains various department documents.
Audits and ensures the security and confidentiality of files as appropriate.
Maintains records, prepare forms, verifies information and resolves moderately complex problems.
Prepares correspondence, memoranda, reports, etc.
Types letters, memos, and other correspondence for the appropriate office or department.
Examines documents created by other administrative support for accuracy as assigned.
Collects fines, fees and payments; and issues receipts.
Purchases and maintains office inventory levels such as paper, pens, toner, etc.
Schedules and maintains calendar of appointments, meetings and travel itineraries; coordinates related arrangements.
Resolves moderately complex issues regarding departmental operations.
May prepare and distribute minutes of meetings.
May tabulate, pos, and verify information as requested.
May assist in departmental budgeting.
Assists co-workers with clerical duties as necessary.
Operates a personal computer and appropriate software packages or its equivalent.
Performs other related job duties as assigned. Qualifications Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED supplemented by education in accounting, bookkeeping, secretarial science or a closely related field.
Requires at least three (3) years of related work experience. Additional Requirements
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a relatively safe, secure, and stable work environment.
Dorchester County has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment. Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position; typical work hours and days are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but employees must be available during the "core" work hours of 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and must work 40 hour each week to maintain full-time status.
E.O.E. Dorchester County does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services.
For more information on Dorchester County Government please view the information below:
Benefits for County Employees
County Employees may be eligible for a variety of State benefits associated with their employment. From a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, to generous annual and sick leave policies, to a solid and secure retirement system.
Healthcare Benefits
(Full-time employees) Dorchester County is a part of the State Benefits Program. The State program offers its employees a comprehensive health and dental program, along with a wide array of supplemental insurance programs. South Carolina has long been committed to providing its employees the best possible insurance benefits at the greatest possible value. We've maintained that commitment, too, even in the face of healthcare costs that continue to soar. You may refer to the link for more information.
Retirement Benefits In addition to our health and dental insurance programs, all county employees are a part of the South Carolina Retirement System. These programs are designed to help provide county employees secure retirement alternatives that will best meet their needs. You may refer to the link for more information.
Workplace Benefits
In addition, county employees may be eligible for other benefits, such as holidays, annual leave, and sick leave.
Note: The above benefits are available to most county 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 based on the benefits associated with each position. For these positions, please contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available for the particular position.
01
The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for specific experience being sought. Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Please note that if you are invited to be interviewed by the department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification. I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly.
02
Do you have a high school diploma or GED supplemented by education in accounting, bookkeeping, secretarial science or a closely related field?
03
Do you have at least three (3) years of relate work experience?
04
Do you have a valid driver's license?
05
How do you rate your computer skills? 1 being low, 10 being excellent.
06
In order to be qualified for this position, you must be detail oriented and able to multitask. Do you feel that you meet these qualifications?
07
Describe your experience with Microsoft Office products.
08
Describe your bookkeeping, finance, or accounting related experience.
09
Please provide an explanation of any periods of unemployment that are 30 days or longer. Must be documented under work history section. Please indicate in the work history area of the application. Indicate N/A if you have not experienced any periods of unemployment.
Required Question
Location : Summerville, SC, SC
Job Type: FULL-TIME
Job Number: 02089
Department: WATER & SEWER
Opening Date: 05/20/2026
Closing Date: 6/12/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Description
The purpose of the class is to perform a variety of moderately complex clerical work in the preparation and maintenance of department records; to perform a variety of clerical tasks as assigned; and to provide professional and courteous customer service at all times. The class is given a general outline of work to be performed and is free to develop work methods and sequences; work is reviewed periodically by supervisor.
Duties
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Prepares, processes, copies, indexes, files, transmits and/or maintains various department documents.
Audits and ensures the security and confidentiality of files as appropriate.
Maintains records, prepare forms, verifies information and resolves moderately complex problems.
Prepares correspondence, memoranda, reports, etc.
Types letters, memos, and other correspondence for the appropriate office or department.
Examines documents created by other administrative support for accuracy as assigned.
Collects fines, fees and payments; and issues receipts.
Purchases and maintains office inventory levels such as paper, pens, toner, etc.
Schedules and maintains calendar of appointments, meetings and travel itineraries; coordinates related arrangements.
Resolves moderately complex issues regarding departmental operations.
May prepare and distribute minutes of meetings.
May tabulate, pos, and verify information as requested.
May assist in departmental budgeting.
Assists co-workers with clerical duties as necessary.
Operates a personal computer and appropriate software packages or its equivalent.
Performs other related job duties as assigned. Qualifications Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED supplemented by education in accounting, bookkeeping, secretarial science or a closely related field.
Requires at least three (3) years of related work experience. Additional Requirements
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a relatively safe, secure, and stable work environment.
Dorchester County has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment. Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position; typical work hours and days are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but employees must be available during the "core" work hours of 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and must work 40 hour each week to maintain full-time status.
E.O.E. Dorchester County does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services.
For more information on Dorchester County Government please view the information below:
Benefits for County Employees
County Employees may be eligible for a variety of State benefits associated with their employment. From a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, to generous annual and sick leave policies, to a solid and secure retirement system.
Healthcare Benefits
(Full-time employees) Dorchester County is a part of the State Benefits Program. The State program offers its employees a comprehensive health and dental program, along with a wide array of supplemental insurance programs. South Carolina has long been committed to providing its employees the best possible insurance benefits at the greatest possible value. We've maintained that commitment, too, even in the face of healthcare costs that continue to soar. You may refer to the link for more information.
Retirement Benefits In addition to our health and dental insurance programs, all county employees are a part of the South Carolina Retirement System. These programs are designed to help provide county employees secure retirement alternatives that will best meet their needs. You may refer to the link for more information.
Workplace Benefits
In addition, county employees may be eligible for other benefits, such as holidays, annual leave, and sick leave.
Note: The above benefits are available to most county 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 based on the benefits associated with each position. For these positions, please contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available for the particular position.
01
The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for specific experience being sought. Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Please note that if you are invited to be interviewed by the department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification. I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly.
- Yes
- No
02
Do you have a high school diploma or GED supplemented by education in accounting, bookkeeping, secretarial science or a closely related field?
- YES
- NO
03
Do you have at least three (3) years of relate work experience?
- YES
- NO
04
Do you have a valid driver's license?
- Yes
- No
05
How do you rate your computer skills? 1 being low, 10 being excellent.
06
In order to be qualified for this position, you must be detail oriented and able to multitask. Do you feel that you meet these qualifications?
- Yes
- No
07
Describe your experience with Microsoft Office products.
08
Describe your bookkeeping, finance, or accounting related experience.
09
Please provide an explanation of any periods of unemployment that are 30 days or longer. Must be documented under work history section. Please indicate in the work history area of the application. Indicate N/A if you have not experienced any periods of unemployment.
Required Question
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