Administrative Coordinator I — Data, Compliance & Operations

South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice is seeking an Administrative Coordinator to provide essential support to the Facility Administrator and area leadership. The role focuses on coordinating administrative processes, ensuring compliance, and supporting accurate reporting across facility operations.

This position emphasizes data integrity, inventory management, and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders, including youth families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with relevant experience; a bachelor’s degree may substitute for required work experience.
• Experience in business management, public administration, or administrative services is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, and manages administrative and support functions for facility leadership.
• Serves as liaison between the Facility Administrator and department leaders to support communication and follow-up.
• Maintains daily facility data and troubleshooting for equipment and processes.
• Prepares letters, memos, and notices for distribution.
• Coordinates budgets, tracking expenditures, and purchasing processes; supports financial planning.

Skills

Administrative support

Microsoft Office

Data entry

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Public Administration

Tools

Document management systems

Job description

South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice is seeking an Administrative Coordinator to provide essential support to the Facility Administrator and area leadership. The role focuses on coordinating administrative processes, ensuring compliance, and supporting accurate reporting across facility operations.

This position emphasizes data integrity, inventory management, and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders, including youth families.