What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Specialist Sheriff-Temporary position at Charleston County, SC?
Salary : $25.40 - $29.70 Hourly
Location : North Charleston, SC
Job Type : Temporary
Job Number : SH210054
Department : Sheriff
Opening Date : 02 / 27 / 2025
Description
We are seeking a dedicated individual for a key role in providing customer and support services to the Human Resources division at the Sheriff's Office. This is a highly responsible position with the principal function involving customer and support services to the Human Resources division of the Sheriff's Office.
STARTING HOURLY : $25.40 - $29.70
APPLICATION DEADLINE : FRIDAY, MARCH 7, 2025.
Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :
- Welcoming staff and answering questions
- Answering and directing incoming calls
- Reviewing and maintaining personnel records
- Disseminating the Sheriff's Office paystubs
- Composing, typing, and disseminating various correspondence to include letters, memorandums, personnel rosters, etc.
- Compiling and typing various reports, and other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS : This position requires significant attention to detail, a high degree of accuracy, and discretion in the handling and dissemination of confidential and sensitive information for over 825 employees. Ability to work independently and excellent interpersonal and verbal / written communication skills are required. Position requires U.S. citizenship, a high school diploma (or GED) with an associate degree preferred, and 3 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant or in a clerical position, with Human Resources experience preferred; OR any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work. Must be able to gain NCIC certification within 6 months of hire and Background Investigations for Public Safety Positions certification within one year of hire. Applicant must be able to demonstrate proficiency in PC applications using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
A certified typing score of at least 40 CWPM, taken within the last six (6) months, must be submitted with application .
Candidates who are selected will participate in a writing exercise. Valid SC driver's license is required.
NOTE : THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION AND THERE ARE NO BENEFITS ASSOCIATED WITH THIS TEMPORARY POSITION.
Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to :
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The Charleston County Sheriff's Office requires that applicants provide their Social Security Number in order to be considered. Please provide below.
Have you attended the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy?
If the answer to the above question is yes, please provide a listing of date(s) and certification(s).
Required Question
Salary : $25 - $30
