Executive Assistant to Director – Coastal Empire Center

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, long-term/dis.

Life insurance

15 days annual leave

15 days sick leave

13 paid holidays

Paid Parental Leave

S.C. Deferred Compensation Program

State Retirement Plans: SCRS / ORP

Job summary

The Office of Mental Health at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities seeks an Executive Assistant to provide advanced administrative support to the Executive Director and leadership team. You will manage schedules, prepare agendas, record minutes, and help coordinate board activities in Beaufort, SC.

You will assist with policy postings, CARF alignment, and special projects while maintaining office operations and compliant documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 2 years of clerical experience; or associate degree in secretarial science or related field; or 3 years of clerical experience.
• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish are a plus.
• MAPS certification must be completed after hire.
• Knowledge of office management policies, practices and procedures.
• Working knowledge of standard office equipment and machines.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced administrative support to the Executive Director and Leadership Team.
• Assist in scheduling management meetings; create agendas/itineraries and record minutes for executive level meetings.
• Answer and route calls for administration offices; maintain the administration workroom; order supplies.
• Maintain reports and dashboards for performance analysis and files per BHDD policies.
• Attend board meetings and support the Board, including recording, transcription, and distribution of minutes.

Skills

Bilingual English and Spanish

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in secretarial science or related field

3 years of clerical experience

Job description

The Office of Mental Health at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities seeks an Executive Assistant to provide advanced administrative support to the Executive Director and leadership team. You will manage schedules, prepare agendas, record minutes, and help coordinate board activities in Beaufort, SC.

You will assist with policy postings, CARF alignment, and special projects while maintaining office operations and compliant documentation.