Employment HR Coordinator

 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

Job Responsibilities: 

This position is responsible for creating job postings and qualifying candidates for DDSN operated facilities. This position will also assist with related hire requests and salary analysis.

1. Utilizes NEOGOV to post vacancies for DDSN operated facilities. Communicates new job postings agency wide.
2. Reviews and qualifies candidates as applications are received and forwards qualified candidates to the hiring manager(s).
3. Reviews hiring requests, updates candidate status and completes salary approval requests.
4. Extends offers of employment to approved candidates, ensures recruitment/on-boarding coordinator is notified of accepted offers and notates requisitions accordingly.
5. Properly closes out requisitions in a timely manner.
6. Performs additional 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 Programs

Bachelor's degree and relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience in accordance with State Human Resources regulations.
Knowledge of principles and practices of human resource management. Knowledge of the relevant human resources policies and procedures and of agency policies and procedures. Knowledge of federal laws and state regulations affecting human resources. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to analyze needs and to recommend and communicate solutions effectively.

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 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.

Salary : $38,985 - $55,559