Administrative Specialist II ​/ 61047525

Administrative Specialist II

The Agency's mission is to be boldly innovative in improving the health and quality of life for South Carolinians. Baby Net, Florence County. This is an in-office role and not a telecommute or remote position. Are you the One? We are looking for an Administrative Specialist II who, under the direct supervision of the Baby Net Eligibility Supervisor, provides administrative assistance to eligibility staff to improve efficiency in the 25 day process and community relationships.

Performs administrative duties such as: filling, mailing letters, and answering phone calls to families for upcoming evaluations, timely and accurate documentation in the Baby Net educational record as required, reviews eligibility paperwork for accuracy prior to evaluation date. Provides internal customer services by working in harmonious relationships and developing sound solutions to accomplish the South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services mission (the Department).

Demonstrates positive, cooperative and professional relationships and customer service with staff, co-workers, customers, providers, administrators, the general public, and all stakeholders. Must exhibit dependability/reliability/time management by reporting to work on time, by meeting work schedules and deadlines and completing job tasks effectively and efficiently.

The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE and TGE 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.
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.

A high school diploma or equivalent and at least one (1) year experience in administrative experience. A two (2) year degree may be substituted for the one (1) year of experience.

Additional Requirements:

• Sitting or standing for long periods of time.
• Lifting requirements: 20 lbs.
• In-office role.

Must have basic computer skills to include knowledge of Word, Excel, email, internet browsers. Knowledge of office management skills. Must have excellent customer service skills and ability to communicate orally and in writing with state and local agencies as well as others in the community. Responsible for managing staff and adhering to all applicable federal, state confidentiality, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) rules and regulations

Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application for qualification purposes. All applicants must apply online. All correspondence from the Office of Human Resources will be through electronic mail.

The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services 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.