Program Coordinator I (Boards of Barber and Cosmetology)

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking agency dedicated to ensuring a safe work environment in South Carolina. This role offers a unique opportunity to support the Boards of Barber and Cosmetology by managing financial operations, supervising staff, and coordinating educational initiatives. With a focus on work-life balance, this position provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid leave, and retirement plans. Ideal for individuals with strong customer service and communication skills, this role promises a fulfilling career path within a supportive office environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

15 Days Annual Leave

15 Days Sick Leave

13 Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

State Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• High school diploma with relevant program experience required.
• Knowledge of state laws and regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical services for the Boards of Barber and Cosmetology.
• Supervise and train staff for administrative support and licensing.
• Coordinate with continuing education providers and testing services.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Communication Skills

Office Equipment Proficiency

Judgment and Discretion

Ability to Follow Complex Instructions

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Come join our team at the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR) where you will experience work-life balance, great benefits, and an exciting career that supports the Agency’s mission to make South Carolina a safe place to work and live.

Responsibilities

• You will provide technical and specialized professional services for the Boards of Barber and Cosmetology, including being responsible for the financial operations for the Boards.
• You will be responsible for supervising and training a staff that provides administrative support and licensing functions to these Boards.
• You will serve as the point of contact and coordinator for the continuing education providers for these Boards, associations, and schools.
• You will communicate with testing services to provide data for individuals testing and receiving scores for examinations as part of the licensing process.
• You will perform other duties relative to processing licensure applications, assisting with board meetings, receiving and responding to inquiries about the application/licensing processes, and providing timely and accurate information and responses.

Minimum Qualifications

• A high school diploma and relevant program experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of applicable state laws, regulations, policies and procedures relevant to the Barber and Cosmetology programs.
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in interpreting and applying relevant laws, regulations, policies and procedures with licensees and applicants.
• Ability to follow complex instructions.
• Considerable skills in regards to office equipment and computers.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Exceptional customer service skills.

Other Requirements

• Position works in an office environment with extended periods of sitting and standing.
• Daily records filing and use of computers and telephones.
• Occasional work outside of normal Agency hours.
• May be required to lift, carry, move and/or position objects weighing up to 25 lbs.

Benefits Offered

The South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, dental, vision,long term disability, and life insurance for employee, spouse, and children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs