Administrative Assistant (Dietetics, Opticianry, Optometry, LTHC)
State of South Carolina
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Administrative Coordinator
State of South Carolina
Technical College System, System Office
Location
South Carolina, 29210
Salary
$39,300 - $66,800
per year
Type
Closes
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Job Description
Summary
This job involves supporting the top executives of South Carolina's technical college system by handling tasks like organizing meetings, preparing documents, managing travel, and performing general office duties, while also backing up the front desk.
It's a key role in keeping the executive office running smoothly and assisting the state board and council leaders.
A good fit would be someone organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently in a professional higher education setting.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma with relevant experience in business management, public administration, or administrative services (bachelor's degree may substitute for experience)
- Mastery of office skills, including proofreading, grammar, spelling, and clerical formats
- Thorough knowledge of computer-based software for word processing and document management
- Experience in an executive or higher education environment (preferred)
- Ability to demonstrate initiative, sound judgment, and independent decision-making within assigned authority
- Capacity to work independently and complete tasks in a timely manner
Full Job Description
This position reports directly to the Executive Assistant to the System President and plays a vital role in supporting the Executive Office, the State Board, and the Chair of the SC Technical College System Council of Presidents.
The role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing a variety of complex administrative tasks, including preparing agendas, organizing meetings, recording and distributing minutes, arranging travel, handling procurement, and managing policies and procedures.
Additionally, this position manages a broad range of essential administrative duties and serves as backup to the System Office Receptionist.
Requirements
A high school diploma and relevant experience in business management, public administration, or administrative services or a bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required work experience.
Experience working in an executive and higher education environment is a plus.
Must possess a mastery of office skills, demonstrate initiative and sound judgment and make decisions within the scope of assigned authority.
Extensive knowledge/skills related to proofreading, grammatical rules, spelling, language and clerical formats coupled with a thorough knowledge of computer-based software programs for word and document processing are essential.
Works independently to accomplish daily tasks in a timely manner.
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