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Posted: January 29, 2026 (0 days ago)

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Administrative Specialist II (61036199)

State of South Carolina

Department of Transportation-District 6

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Location

South Carolina, 29210

Salary

$39,312 - $49,100

per year

Closes

February 12, 2026More State jobs →

Job Description

Summary

This job involves acting as the main contact for people needing road maintenance help in Dorchester County, handling phone calls, entering customer requests into systems, and managing office supplies through ordering and procurement.

It also includes supporting administrative tasks like filing, equipment maintenance, and helping during emergencies or bad weather, which might require extra hours.

A good fit would be someone organized and customer-focused with basic office skills and a willingness to assist in a busy government maintenance office.

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Valid motor vehicle operator’s license
  • Ability to sit or stand at a desk for extended periods and work on a computer
  • Capability to lift up to 30 lbs
  • Availability to work outside normal schedule, including extended hours or 12-hour shifts during inclement weather or emergencies
  • Strong organizational skills for data entry, filing, and supply management
  • Knowledge of procurement policies and procedures

Full Job Description

Serves as the first point of contact for customers seeking Dorchester County, state road maintenance assistance and responsible for welcoming visitors by greeting them in person or on the telephone. Screens, directs and refers incoming telephone calls. Assists with transit radio communication. Conducts intake of customer work requests, reviews the submitted information for accuracy and determines if additional items are needed. Accurately keys data received into the agencies utilized systems or programs and scans related documents for electronic forwarding/filing purposes. Updates work requests as needed. Serves as a procurement cardholder. Orders and maintains office supplies, maintenance crew supplies, and road maintenance supplies as directed and adhering to all state procurement cardholder guidelines. Serves as backup to the Administrative Assistant and Supply Specialist III in obtaining quotes from vendors, researching state contracts, creating shopping carts, purchase orders and goods receipts adhering to all state procurement policies and procedures to procure supplies and services for the operational functions of Dorchester Maintenance. Operates and maintains office equipment. Assists with maintaining an accurate electronic filing system. Assists with records retention and file room organization. Assists in time administrator duties in the absence of the Administrative Assistant. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations in a state maintenance office. May include being available for extended hours or 12-hour shifts. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

A high school diploma; or an approved acceptable equivalence. A motor vehicle operator’s license is required.

Physical Requirement: The physical demands for the essential functions of this position include sitting or standing at a desk for extended periods and working on a computer. May be required to lift up to 30 lbs. May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental-related emergencies.

Additional Information

Applications accepted on-line at careers.sc.gov. Supplemental questions are considered part of the application and must be completed. Additional questions regarding the application process should be directed to: District 6 HR at 843-740-1665.

Non Discrimination Statement:
The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

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Posted on NEOGOV: 1/29/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/29/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-sc-5216346