Salary: $26,385.00 - $37,605.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 165484
Agency: DDSN-Midlands Regional Center
Opening Date: 05/31/2024
Closing Date: 6/25/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AA50
Position Number:: 60007590
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 3
Opening Date: 05/31/2024
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Online applications must be submitted at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sc/ddsn. You must include ALL current and previous work history and education.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
About Our Agency
The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs (DDSN) is the state agency that plans, develops, coordinates, and funds services for South Carolinians with the severe, lifelong disabilities of:

• intellectual disability and related disabilities
• autism spectrum disorder
• traumatic brain injury
• spinal cord injury and similar disability

About Midlands Regional Center
Midlands Regional Center is a residential facility of the South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs located in Columbia, SC serving residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Under direct supervision of the Residential Director must be able to work independently
within function of daily duties using discretion in organizing and maintaining office
functions. Must have good communication skills in working with all levels of management
staff, family members and outside agencies.
Organizes and maintains office functions for Day and Residential Supports.
Prints and distributes time sheets and completes daily attendance report.
Prepares required documentation for Residential Supports.
Supports the Facility Administrator's office with administrative duties as needed in the absence of the Administrative Assistant.
Completes other related job duties as assigned.
The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• 15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year
  
• 15 days sick leave per year
  
• 13 paid holidays
  
• Paid Parental Leave
  
• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance
  
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Program

Minimum and Additional Requirements

State Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma. Related clerical experience may be substituted for a high school diploma.
Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Preferred Qualifications

Agency Additional Requirements: A High School Diploma and (1) one year of clerical experience; or an Associate Degree in secretarial science or related field or two years in clerical experience with knowledge of the process for using South Carolina Enterprise Information System (SCEIS).
Additional Comments
About Our Agency: The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs (DDSN) is the state agency that plans, develops, coordinates, and funds services for South Carolinians with the severe, lifelong disabilities of intellectual disability and related disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury and similar disability.
EEO Statement: DDSN provides affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.
Employment Contingency: Employment is contingent upon our receipt of the following required pre-employment screenings: medical screening - to include a drug screening; State and Federal background criminal record checks (to include FBI fingerprinting), SC Dept. of Social Services' Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry screening, and CMS "List of Excluded Individuals/Entities" screening; SC Dept. of Motor Vehicles Driving Record check; and a review of transcripts verifying educational credentials. We reserve the right to rescind this offer in the event minimum requirements are not met to include positions that require certifications and/or licensure, your application is incomplete or inaccurate, or our review of your background uncovers information, including opinions of previous employers and references, which cause us to conclude, at our sole discretion, that you are not suited for the position.
Immunization: If this position requires the applicant to work directly with DDSN consumers, a (2) step PPD testing or QuantiFERON TB Gold testing must be completed prior to beginning employment. All new employees who are healthcare providers are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, Varicella and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment.
State Disaster Plan: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, DDSN employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.
Employee Referral: The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs supports a Referral Incentive Reward and a Retention Bonus program. You may contact Human Resource for further information.
Supplemental Questions: Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume may not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
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 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.
01

Do you understand the following statement? If you have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense after your 17th birthday, you MUST list this information under "agency-wide question #1 & #2" regardless of how long ago the conviction(s) took place (unless you have taken steps to expunge your record). This includes fraudulent checks, driving under suspension, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, etc. You may only omit minor traffic violations such as speeding tickets & seatbelt violations, etc. *Please note that conviction of a criminal offense does not bar you from employment in all cases; each conviction is evaluated individually. However, failure to list convictions is considered falsification of the application and may be grounds for termination. It is your responsibility to know what is on your criminal record. If you have questions regarding this requirement, please inquire before you complete your application.
02

If yes, please list charge(s), indicate where you were convicted, the date, and the disposition status of the conviction. If no N/A.
03

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application will be require to provide an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

• Yes
• No

04

In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, DDSN employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster. Will you be able to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

05

What is the highest level of education you have completed?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate
• None of the above

06

Do you have Administrative experience?

• Yes
• No

07

How many years of administrative/secretarial work experience do you have?

• 0 - 2 years
• 3 - 4 years
• 5 or more years

08

If you answered "yes" to the above question, please describe your Administrative experience. "N/A" for No.
09

Are you a current/ past employee for a SCDDSN Regional Center include Midlands, Coastal, Pee Dee, Whitten, and Saleeby Centers for the South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs?

• Yes
• No

10

If you answered "yes" to the question above, please briefly state where you have worked and dates of employment. If you answered "no", please enter "N/A".
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Do you currently or previously work for a SC State Agency?

• Yes
• No

12

Please list the current/previous SC State Agency you have worked for. N/A for "No"
13

Do you possess a valid SC driver's license and reliable transportation?

• Yes
• No

14

Please provide your full name as it states on your Social Security Card.
15

How did you hear about this DDSN position?

• Careers.sc.gov
• Indeed
• Career Fair
• Social Media
• SCWORKS
• Billboard
• DDSN Employee or Recruiter
• College or University Instructor or Staff
• College or University Job Portal
• Other

16

If you answered "DDSN Employee or Recruiter" please list the name of the employee or recruiter. If you listed "Other" please list the source below.
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I understand that ONLY a complete and accurate application will be considered. I have included ALL current and previous work history and education and know that my resume will NOT be accepted nor reviewed to determine if I have met the qualifications of the position; it will be passed over. Additionally, the supplemental questions are considered part of my official application. By checking "Yes" I certify that I have followed the application instructions.

• Yes
• No

Required Question