Administrative Assistant (Medical Examiners and Podiatry

Job Responsibilities

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.

• You will process initial, renewal, and/or reinstatement applications for Medical Examiner and Podiatry licensure (via paper, online, and in-person), utilizing applicable databases and software.
• You will review and evaluate documents and ensures all necessary requirements for licensure are completed.
• You will assemble, prepare, and scan documents to records system.
• You will assist with coordinating board and committing meetings, including working with members and preparing materials for review.
• You will respond to customer inquiries received through walk-ins, telephone calls, e-mails, and other methods providing timely and accurate responses to requests related to Medical Examiners and Podiatry application and licensing processes.
• You will provide other administrative support services as assigned.

• A high school diploma and work experience that is directly related to the area of employment. A bachelor’s degree may be substituted for the related work experience.
• MANDATORY: Must be able to successfully complete a fingerprint-based background check and be vetted by SLED Criminal Justice Information Services.

• A high school diploma and four (4) years of experience that is directly related to the area of employment.
• Strong customer service.
• Considerable knowledge and skill in the use of office equipment and computers.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of office management and general administrative functions.
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in interpreting and applying policies and procedures.
• Ability to understand and follow complex instructions.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations, policies and organizational functions.
• Ability to process meeting notes and minutes.

• Position works in an office environment with extended periods of sitting and standing.
• May require occasional work outside of normal office hours.
• May be required to lift, carry, move and/or position objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Daily filing, data entry, telephone and computer use.

• 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

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 benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

Are you willing to accept a salary within the range of $38,000 to $43,000?

I understand that a mandatory requirement of this position is that upon hire, I must be able to successfully complete a fingerprint-based background check and be vetted by SLED's Criminal Justice Information Services. I understand that if I am unable to complete this requirement, I will be separated from employment with LLR.

Applicants who will be required to drive a state or personal vehicle to regularly perform state duties will be required to submit an acceptable 10-year motor vehicle record (MVR) that complies with state and agency fleet guidelines.

Applicants will be required to submit a copy of their highest earned degree prior to an offer being…