Temporary Administrative Specialist II - 191920

State of South Carolina; Blythewood (SC); On-site; USD 16,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

State of South Carolina is seeking a Temporary Administrative Specialist II for the SCDMV at our Blythewood headquarters. The role supports data entry, filing, telephone inquiries, and general clerical tasks in a 20-hour or 37.5-hour workweek, with nonnegotiable pay of $15.75 per hour.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and be able to pass a nationwide background check. Training may be required and extended hours could apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in clerical setting preferred.
• Ability to handle phone calls and inquiries.

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain, and enter information into databases or software.
• Answer telephones to direct calls or provide information.
• Respond to and resolve administrative inquiries.
• Perform general clerical duties and maintain filing systems.
• Review files and documents to respond to requests.
• Coordinate office supplies and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Clerical experience

Data entry

Telephone handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

This position applies to all SCDMV Temporary Administrative Specialist II Positions. Working 20 hours / 37.5 hours per week at our Headquarters Building located in Blythewood, South Carolina.

Job Responsibilities

• Create, maintain, and enter information into databases or software programs.
• Answer telephones to direct calls or provide information.
• Respond to and resolve administrative inquiries and questions.
• Perform other general clerical and secretarial duties as requested, which may include recordkeeping, maintaining office supplies and coordinating equipment maintenance, and handling packages and correspondence.
• Review files, records, and other documents to obtain information to respond to requests.
• Maintain files and filing systems in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.

Additional Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License.
• Must complete a nationwide criminal background check.
• Must be able to attend required training.
• Demonstrated ability to retain DMV policies and procedures and apply them to your daily specified tasks.
• May be required to work extended hours outside of the normally scheduled work week.

Minimum Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent plus clerical experience.

Agency Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must complete a nationwide criminal background check to include finger printing.

What’s in it for you?

At the SCDMV you get to be part of exceptional team and diverse culture that nurtures mutual success for our customers, employees and our communities. We give you the tools to be successful; all you need to do is bring your best ideas, your energy and a desire to develop your skills, experience and career.

The South Carolina DMV offers a robust and competitive benefits program.

• Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse and children (also available for temporary employees working over 30 hours per week)
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs (optional for Temporary Employees)
• An exceptional Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost to the employee or members of their household

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Department of Motor Vehicles is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Legal Authorization

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Salary and Work Hours

This a 20 Hour or 37.5 Hour temporary position that has a salary of $15.75 per hour and is nonnegotiable.