Program Assistant I

South Dakota State Government; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 24,332 - 34,655; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance with $0 premium

Eleven paid holidays

Generous vacation and sick leave

Dental and vision insurance options

Retirement benefits

Job summary

The South Dakota State Government is seeking a motivated Program Assistant I for the Office of Accident Records in Pierre. The role involves developing knowledge of the South Dakota Accident Records Database and submitting motor vehicle crash reports. Responsibilities include assisting law enforcement with crash submissions and maintaining professional relationships.

Benefits include health insurance, paid holidays, and retirement options. Applicants must apply online; resumes will not be accepted via email.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and self-motivation.
• Attention to detail.
• Desire to learn new skills related to vehicle crash information.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain working knowledge of SDARS.
• Submit motor vehicle crash reports.
• Code causes of motor vehicle crashes.
• Assist integration of electronic crash documents.
• Answer questions from law enforcement agencies.
• Complete financial reports for crash report sales.
• Distribute requested materials.
• Potential in-state travel.

Skills

Knowledge of Microsoft computer applications

Effective communication with staff and law enforcement

Professional demeanor

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Job description

Job ID: 36458
Agency: Public Safety
Location: Pierre, SD
Salary: minimum $21.41 hourly, depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: G
Closing Date: 07/17/2026

Position Overview

The South Dakota Office of Accident Records, located within the Department of Public Safety, is looking for a motivated person to be part of its team. The ideal candidate for this Program Assistant I will be expected to develop a working knowledge of the South Dakota Accident Records Database (SDARS). The successful candidate will learn all steps and processes necessary to submit motor vehicle crash reports from statewide law enforcement agencies. This will include training in the appropriate coding of the first and secondary causes of motor vehicle crashes along with other critical data surrounding the crash. The position is also responsible for assisting in the integration of electronic crash submission documents through the Law Enforcement Officer System (LEOS) and Traffic and Criminal Software System (TraCS) into the SDARS database. Additional duties include answering questions via phone, completing financial reports for the sale of crash reports, and distributing requested materials to law enforcement agencies. Some in‑state travel may be required with this position.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain working knowledge of SDARS.
• Submit motor vehicle crash reports from statewide law enforcement agencies.
• Code first and secondary causes of motor vehicle crashes.
• Assist in integration of electronic crash submission documents through LEOS and TraCS into SDARS database.
• Answer questions via phone and complete financial reports for sale of crash reports.
• Distribute requested materials to law enforcement agencies.
• Perform additional tasks and assignments as required.
• Possibly travel within the state.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, be self‑motivated, have attention to detail, and have the desire to learn new skills related to the submission of vehicle crash information.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of Microsoft computer applications.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships and communicate effectively with staff and law enforcement agencies.
• Assist law enforcement agencies with questions and issues surrounding the submission process of official crash documents.
• Maintain a professional demeanor when dealing with families of crash victims, the public, law enforcement agencies, and representatives of other industries that depend on crash data.
• Ability to work well with other colleagues in a professional and courteous manner.
• Work effectively with other staff members and process information that involves personal and sensitive information.
• Be open to additional tasks and assignments within the office when the need arises.

Additional Requirements

• Attach resume with professional references.
• Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
• Successful applicant(s) required to undergo a background investigation. Arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.
• National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) considered but not required.
• No work‑visa sponsorship; all persons hired must verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I‑9.

Benefits

The State of South Dakota offers a $0 premium employee health insurance option, eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Application

Must apply online at https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=49K. Emailed resumes or other submissions will not be accepted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of South Dakota is an equal opportunity employer.