Office Assistant/Receptionist

Salary: $38,157.00 - $47,696.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 190565
Agency: Judicial Branch
Division: Disciplinary Counsel
Opening Date: 07/13/2026
Closing Date: 7/27/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AA1009
Position Number:: 61159936
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: Unclassified
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: All questions on the application must be completed and should include all work history and education. A resume may be included but will not be accepted or reviewed in lieu of an incomplete application. Supplemental questions are considered a part of your application and must be completed.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.


Job Responsibilities
Under general supervision, provide a professional and efficient front-line service for the Office of Disciplinary Counsel. This includes managing and directing incoming calls, coordinating with security regarding visitor management, and welcoming guests while guiding them to the appropriate staff members.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION

Responsible for managing all incoming calls to the main number of the Office of Disciplinary Counsel. Ensure calls are accurately forwarded to the correct person or department. Address routine information requests directly or guide callers to the appropriate staff member. Take messages for staff members who are unavailable.

Welcome visitors with a friendly greeting to foster a welcoming environment. Identify the purpose of their visit to ensure they are directed to the appropriate person or office. For routine information inquiries, handle the request directly or refer them to the suitable staff member for further assistance.

Perform other tasks as assigned, including general clerical and secretarial duties, which may include maintaining an internal directory of contact numbers, recordkeeping, maintaining office supplies, coordinating equipment maintenance, and handling packages and correspondence.

Minimum and Additional Requirements


High School Diploma
One (1) year of clerical experience.
Proficient computer skills, including the Microsoft Office Suite.
Understanding of grammatical rules, spelling, language usage, and clerical formats.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in correspondence preparation.
Ability to efficiently plan and organize work activities, prioritizing tasks based on schedules and objectives.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of the principles, policies, and practices of law office administrative support or demonstrated willingness to learn.
Attention to detail in generating, filing, and saving correspondence.
Knowledge of grammatical rules, spelling, language usage, and clerical formats.
Accuracy in preparing correspondence. Knowledge of law office filing practices.
Ability to effectively plan and organize work activities and prioritize task completion according to schedules and goals.
Ability to communicate courteously and effectively, both orally and in writing, with Judges, attorneys, and the general public.
Ability to exercise judgment and discretion when handling Office of Disciplinary Counsel correspondence, pleadings and other documents.
While office collegiality is encouraged, avoidance of extended breaks or discussions between tasks is important.

Preferred Qualifications


Administrative /clerical work experience in a court environment or legal setting.

Additional Comments
The South Carolina Judicial Branch offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that include:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children;
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs (Temporary positions have option to enroll);
• 15 days paid annual (vacation) leave per year;
• 15 days paid sick leave per year;
• Option to designate 10 days of earned paid sick leave per year as family sick leave;
• 13 paid state holidays;
• Paid Parental Leave; and
• Workers' Compensation Benefits.

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.