Administrative Specialist II

Job Responsibilities

At Kershaw Maintenance, serves as the receptionist. Answers phones in a courteous and professional manner, routing calls to appropriate persons. Takes messages and work order complaints for road damage and repair. Greets and assists the public, city/county officials, etc. Operates a computer using Excel, Word, and Highway Maintenance Management System (HMMS). Operates a two‑way radio relaying and receiving messages from road crews to repair shop and the office staff.

Records all vehicle trip logs for Kershaw Maintenance. Assists time administrator in checking daily time and leave for each crew. Serves as Procurement Card Liaison for the shop clerk, lead mechanic and shop supervisor.

A high school diploma. Relevant experience may substitute for the educational requirement on a year‑for‑year basis. A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.

The physical demands for the essential functions of this position include sitting or standing at a desk for extended periods and working on a computer. May be required to lift up to 30 lbs. May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental‑related emergencies.

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work‑life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long‑term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.