REPOST Administrative Assistant

Position: REPOST Administrative Assistant / 61161952
Location: Columbia

Salary: $37,200.00 - $48,300.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: Temporary Grant - Full-Time
Job Number: 182640
Agency: Department of Social Services
Division: Human Services
Opening Date: 01/20/2026
Closing Date: 1/26/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AA75
Position Number::
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Work Schedule:

: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN
06
Hiring Range - Min.: $37,200.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $48,300.00
Opening Date: 01/20/2026
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: All applicants must apply online. All correspondence from DSS Human Resources will be made through electronic mail, unless otherwise indicated.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities
SPECIAL NOTICE: This is a REPOST -- Previous applicants need not re-apply for this position.SPECIAL NOTICE: THIS IS A TEMPORARY-GRANT POSITION
Do you have a passion to provide meaningful work in the community? Would you like to be part of an organization whose central mission is helping to protect, stabilize and strengthen the lives of children, families, and vulnerable adults? Then the South Carolina Department of Social Services has the right job opportunity for you.

Job Duties:

• The Administrative Assistant will maintain records, complete all office assignments daily, and assists in the needs of the facilitators.

• Receive removal prevention Child and Family Team Meeting (CFTM) referrals, gather pertinent information, and assign referrals to Removal Prevention CFTM Facilitator staff.

• File, answer telephone calls, set up appointments, mail final documents out to clients and maintain daily office functions.

• Maintain a detailed Excel spreadsheet of all referrals, assignments, date when services are due and service completion dates.

• Maintain up-to-date records of all cases and link files into Child and Adult Protective Services System (CAPSS).

• Ensure that Personal Identifying Information (PII) is properly used, accessed, gathered, shared and disposed. Protect the agency networks and applications by safeguarding systems, equipment and data.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

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.
Additional Comments

This application for employment with the SC Department of Social Services must be completed in its entirety. A resume may be included; but shall not be substituted in lieu of the completion of this application in part or in whole. "See Resume" is not acceptable information for the completion of any part of the requirements of this application. If such is submitted, this employment application will be considered incomplete and may not be forwarded as eligible for consideration to hiring managers.

Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to and be able to operate a motor vehicle. Individuals must comply with necessary field work assignments.

If you certify, by completion and submission of this application, that you possess educational credentials that qualify you for the available DSS positions, you will be required to provide a certified official transcript, if you are selected for job offer.

The South Carolina Department of Social Services offers an exceptional benefits package 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
• Paid Parental Leave
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

DIVISION: Child Welfare Services / Richland County
Benefits for State Employees
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.

Insurance Benefits
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.

Retirement Benefits
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.

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

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in…