Administrative Deputy Coroner

Beaufort County; Beaufort (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Beaufort County is seeking an administrative assistant to provide clerical support including reception, report preparation, and data entry into department databases. The role involves maintaining automated and manual files, handling calls, and assisting visitors as needed.

Responsibilities include preparing documents, proofreading for accuracy, processing purchases and invoices, and supporting payroll review.

Qualifications

• High School graduation or GED equivalent.
• Up to six months of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepares varied documents, records, reports and forms per policies and procedures.
• Enter information into department databases and maintain files.
• Answer department phones and route callers; provide requested documents and information.

Skills

Data entry

Records management

Phone support

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Description

The purpose of this position is to provide administrative and clerical support assisting with general reception, preparing reports, correspondence, and other materials; entering and retrieving information from department databases; maintaining automated and manual files; and assisting callers, customers, and/or visitors.

Description

The purpose of this position is to provide administrative and clerical support assisting with general reception, preparing reports, correspondence, and other materials; entering and retrieving information from department databases; maintaining automated and manual files; and assisting callers, customers, and/or visitors.

Examples of Duties

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Prepares varied documents, records, reports, and forms requiring knowledge of programs, policies and procedures. Initiates reports and documents based upon knowledge of operations, reporting requirements, and established deadlines.
• Research, compiles, consolidates, and/or tabulates information; incorporates information into requested reports and other prepared materials; proofreads for accuracy and completeness; and distributes upon approval.
• Maintains assigned inventories; prepares, reviews, and processes purchasing documents; prepares purchase orders for needed materials, equipment, and supplies; receives and distributes incoming supply shipments; reviews and codes invoices; and forwards for payment.
• Enters information into department programs and databases; updates database information; creates new spreadsheets/files; and purges old data as appropriate.
• Answers department telephones; provides assistance, requested documents and information; refers callers to other staff members as appropriate; and takes messages. Receives, dates, and distributes incoming mail.
• Prepares folders; maintains files of department correspondence, program records, legal documents, etc.; photocopies documents and distributes and/or files; and requests information from other departments as necessary to complete department records/files.
• Reviews and approves department payroll.
• Complete P-card reports and monitors expenses and receipts.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent.
• Requires a short demonstration up to and including six months of related experience.

Special Certifications And Licenses

• Completes 16 continuing education units per year.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

Supplemental Information

All applicants tentatively selected for a position with Beaufort County Council will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for the illegal use of drugs and to a background check prior to appointment. Employment is contingent upon clearing both the drug screening and background investigation. Beaufort County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term & short-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more details, please visit the Beaufort County Human Resources website.