Administrative Assistant

Job Title

State of South Carolina

Job Description

Performs and directs daily administrative duties such as handling telephone calls/messages from the public, receiving and sorting incoming correspondence and generating work request using Highway Maintenance Management System (HMMS) compiling data for reports as needed. Coordinates and processes personnel actions for the unit and serves as the central contact for personnel matters; interprets personnel policies and procedures. Operates the SCDOT HMMS computer system related to maintenance work such as daily work reports for employees working time. Ensures all time is coded in HMMS and SCEIS daily. Directly responsible for District 2 signal shop time entry. Maintains the Greenwood Maintenance office supply inventory and orders supplies as needed. Maintains SCDOT filing system. Assigns document numbers, physically filing each document. Completes ARM-11 yearly to keep record retention up to date and disposing of outdated records. Acts as the wellness coordinator for Greenwood Maintenance for the yearly wellness screening. Assists OSHA officer as needed. Serves as liaison for maintenance purchasing cards, monitoring credit card expenditures, and ensuring accurate receipts are on file for all purchases. Required to work extended hours/shifts during inclement weather and emergency operations. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A high school diploma and six (6) months of work experience that is directly related to the area of employment; or an approved acceptable equivalence. The physical demands for the essential functions includes sitting or standing at a desk for extended periods and working on a computer. May be required to lift up to 30 lbs. May be required to work outside normal business hours.

Additional Comments

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

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.