Administrative Assistant

Position: Administrative Assistant #2649
Salary: $32,686.00 - $46,578.00 Annually
Location : Charleston County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 2649
Agency: Trident Technical College
Division: Academic Affairs-Nursing
Opening Date: 02/15/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Residency Requirement: Yes
Class Code:: AA75
Position Number::
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Work Schedule:

: Other
Pay Grade: Band 4
Opening Date: 02/15/2026
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: To be considered for this position applicants MUST complete the online SC State Jobs Employment Application. Unofficial transcripts may also be attached, mailed to (Human Resources, PO Box 118067 Charleston, SC 29423), or faxed  to the Human Resources Office by the deadline date and time. Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment. Resumes are NOT reviewed for qualifications.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. For assistance, contact Human Resources at .Employment applicants may be subject to a background check. Failure to consent to a background check will result in the removal of your application from further consideration. Background checks are conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).Trident Technical College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate in the admission or employment on the basis of race, gender, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

Trident Technical College's Division of Nursing is seeking Administrative Assistants to provide a wide variety of complex and responsible administrative support services for full-time faculty and staff and adjunct instructors. This position will receive visitors to the office and incoming phone calls, provide accurate, pertinent program information and make appropriate referrals.

Responsibilities also include but not limited to:

• Analyzing, compiling, maintaining, revising, and inputting data to prepare class schedules on all campuses and remote instructional sites, integrating multiple factors, including cross-listing, faculty loads, and differing delivery modes and terms.

• Proactively ensuring data integrity and effectively troubleshooting system errors with minimum outside assistance.

• Preparing and completing adjunct contract information, orientation and training, check-ins, and check-outs, interpreting and applying appropriate internal, State, and Federal policies and procedures.

• Planning and coordinating registration advising and drop/add for the Division.

• Maintaining and monitoring office budgets; researching and correcting discrepancies; post expenditures, including State Credit Card.

• Managing division-wide office supplies inventory, training, and effective utilization of all office equipment by Division managers, faculty, and staff.

• Ensuring all office equipment remains in working order and proactively initiating repairs, replacement, and associated emergency budget requests as needed.

Providing direct support for Dean and Department Heads in maintaining student and personnel records, including travel requests and reimbursement, load and productivity reports, and confidential documents.
Minimum and Additional Requirements

This position requires a high school diploma and work experience that is directly related to the area of employment. A bachelor's degree may be submitted for the related work experience. Preferred candidate will have a bachelor's degree and one (1) year of related work experience, OR an associate degree and three (3) years of related work experience, OR a high school diploma and five (5) years of work experience.
Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have advanced computer skills and advanced knowledge of software, including Microsoft Office. Knowing institutional guidelines for completing and submitting necessary contracts and supporting documentation is a plus. Demonstrated self-direction, leadership, cooperation, and initiative are essential. Administrative experience working with academic deans, department heads, coordinators, and faculty in higher education is highly desirable. Excellent organizational skills to run effective and efficient office operation is also essential.

Excellent verbal and writing skills. The ability to work with diverse customers and staff and initiate and follow through with monthly reports and office management projects. Must have troubleshooting and problem-solving skills and work well in a team environment with limited supervision. Candidate will work within institutional policies and guidelines, managing multiple priorities while exercising sound judgment and discretion.
Additional Comments

To be considered for this position applicants MUST complete the online SC State Jobs Employment Application.

Unofficial transcripts may also be attached, mailed to…