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Job Description
Description
Charleston County EMS is looking for a highly-motivated Administrative Professional to join our team. This position will assist with all administrative support functions of the EMS Administration Office, including clerical, administrative and customer service support for the EMS Department.
HIRING HOURLY RANGE $17.26 - $22.61
OPEN UNTIL FILLED - APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY
Duties and Responsibilities
•Performs customer service support to internal and external customers of EMS, responding to questions and comments in courteous and timely manner
•Coordinating departmental job opportunity postings and application screening
•Managing and auditing of all departmental personnel files - digitally and physical files
•Coordinating Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Military Leave for department employees
•Managing professional written and verbal communication with employees, new hires, applicants, management, other departments, and the public
•Opens and distributes mail throughout the department
•Manages scheduling of EMS Conference Room Calendar
•Copies, prints, packages and distributes a variety of materials as requested by other designated office personnel
•Providing administrative support to Department and Public Safety Directorate
•Provides administrative support to Deputy Chief for the Vehicle Collison Review Board
•Performs other directly related duties consistent with the role and function of the classification
Minimum Qualifications
•High school diploma or GED, with Associate Degree, some college, or other additional training preferred
•2 - 3 years or more of experience in general office operations including experience with public contact; or
•Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
•Must have ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and according to time-sensitive deadlines, ensuring sound judgement and discretion in handling sensitive or confidential matters
•Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal communication skills
•Ability to work independently to meet departmental goals and objectives
•Thorough knowledge of modern office procedures, practices, equipment, filing systems, etc.
Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to:- Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Optional Life and Disability Insurance
- Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
- Annual and Sick Leave
- Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
- South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
- Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
- Optional Deferred Compensation Program
- Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
- Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Well-being Program
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Charleston County Government
Show moreCharleston County Government has over 2500 employees working in more than 40 different departments across the County. Employees embody excellent customer service, trust, and commitment to the community. Our diverse team works hard to provide effective government services to the citizens. Excellent benefits and rewarding work make Charleston County a premier employer of choice. We look forward to you joining us.
Located in the beautiful and historical Lowcountry of South Carolina. Charleston County's rich blend of culture, economic activity, environmental beauty, and historic tapestry makes it one of the most distinguished counties in the nation. A recognized leader, Charleston County is a proud community that strives to protect both its historic treasures and its environment, while still keeping an eye toward future development.
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