HR Assistant Level 3 — Flexible Hours & Benefits

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Telecommuting options for some roles

Job summary

State of South Carolina is seeking an HR/Administrative professional to work with the HR manager and warden, ensuring timely payroll processing, staff enrollment in KRONOS, and accurate handling of employee records. The role includes supporting payroll, benefits, leave, and recruiting while maintaining discretion.

Responsibilities include preparing documents, coordinating with central office, and providing backup cover for HR duties as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and administrative experience.
• A bachelor’s degree may be substituted for the required work experience.

Responsibilities

• Works closely with the HR manager and warden to clear missing time weekly and enroll/train staff in KRONOS.
• Ensures accurate payment to employees who leave or are suspended.
• Submits personnel forms and documentation to central office per payroll cutoff.
• Supports daily HR tasks including document prep, reports, and calls.
• Assists with payroll, benefits, leave, attendance, recruiting, and related inquiries with confidentiality.
• Maintains employee records and files; handles leave statements and reports.
• Backs up HR manager with recruiting, postings, new hire orientation, and related duties.
• Performs other HR and administrative duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree may be substituted

Job description

State of South Carolina is seeking an HR/Administrative professional to work with the HR manager and warden, ensuring timely payroll processing, staff enrollment in KRONOS, and accurate handling of employee records. The role includes supporting payroll, benefits, leave, and recruiting while maintaining discretion.

Responsibilities include preparing documents, coordinating with central office, and providing backup cover for HR duties as needed.