Highway Maintenance Worker I - Small Equipment Operator (61036904)
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Highway Patrol (Majors' Office) - Administrative Coordinator II (60023220)
State of South Carolina
Department of Public Safety
Location
South Carolina, 29210
Salary
$52,100 - $88,600
per year
Type
Closes
March 16, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves managing administrative tasks for the Highway Patrol's Majors' Office, including coordinating paperwork, reports, and support between field troops and headquarters to keep operations running smoothly.
It supports law enforcement by handling personnel records, time tracking, and general office duties in a busy public safety environment.
A good fit would be someone organized with experience in office management who enjoys detail-oriented work and can communicate clearly in a team setting.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma with 5 years of experience in business management, public administration, or administrative services (or equivalent with associate/bachelor's degree)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including Word and Excel
- General knowledge of budgeting and accounting procedures
- Strong skills in spelling, grammar, and creating professional correspondence and reports
- Considerable knowledge of office management policies, practices, and procedures
- Ability to operate standard office equipment and communicate effectively
- Experience in handling personnel documents, reports, and workflow coordination
Full Job Description
Serves as Administrative Services Manager, responsible for providing administrative support to all four Highway Patrol Majors: Field Enforcement Regions 1 and 2, Administrative Support, and Operations Support. Coordinates with administrative office managers in Highway Patrol Troops 1 - 10, as well as Patrol Headquarters, to facilitate workflow of administrative operations from troops to Highway Patrol command staff.
Performs office management duties in support of all Highway Patrol Majors. Coordinates a broad range of administrative support services to enhance the efficiency of the South Carolina (SC) Highway Patrol’s law enforcement and administrative operations. Prepares, routes, and maintains records and personnel documents received from Field Enforcement Regions 1 and 2, Administrative Support functions, and Operations Support functions. Reviews troop/unit reports and administrative documents for grammatical errors and makes appropriate recommendations for necessary corrections. Performs administrative services critical to functional areas, such as management and tracking of activities related to South Carolina Enterprise Information System (SCEIS) time and leave.
Prepares and ensures the maintenance and processing of workflow through the Majors' offices including, but not limited to: personnel action requests, training rosters, and disciplinary records. Composes replies to general correspondence and inquiries. Consults with South Carolina Department of Public Safety (SCDPS) administrative offices to assist in resolving personnel, finance, and general administrative matters.
Prepares and ensures the maintenance and processing of workflow through the Majors' offices including, but not limited to: personnel action requests, training rosters, and disciplinary records. Composes replies to general correspondence and inquiries. Consults with South Carolina Department of Public Safety (SCDPS) administrative offices to assist in resolving personnel, finance, and general administrative matters.
Ensures that all weekly reports are received from enforcement troops and support units. Compiles weekly reports and handles monthly reports and special assignment reporting.
Receives, screens, and routes telephone calls appropriately. Solves procedural problems and answers questions that require substantial knowledge of department policies and procedures, as well as professional office management practices.
Receives and forwards special requests for assistance from troop/unit personnel to the Highway Patrol Headquarters command staff.
Orders office supplies and equipment, assists with special projects, and performs other related duties as directed.
Requirements
State Minimum Requirements:
A high school diploma and relevant experience in business management, public administration or administrative services. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for required work experience.
Agency Minimum Requirements:
A high school diploma and five (5) years of work experience in business management, public administration, or administrative services, or an associate degree in a related field and three (3) years of administrative experience. A bachelor’s degree or higher and one (1) year of administrative experience may be substituted for the required work experience.
Must possess specialized skills in computer software such as Microsoft Office programs, including Word and Excel.
General knowledge of budgeting and accounting procedures.
Must possess the knowledge and ability to use proper spelling and grammar to create professional correspondence and reports.
Must have considerable knowledge of office management policies, practices, and procedures and be able to operate standard office equipment.
Must also have the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Must be able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
Works under the general supervision of the Highway Patrol Majors. Is allowed latitude with independent decision making concerning assigned tasks and responsibilities.
Must have the ability to organize job tasks, set priorities, and perform work as necessary to meet scheduled deadlines.
Must handle sensitive and classified information in accordance with proper protocols.
Qualifications
Additional Information
Works in an office environment primarily answering the telephone, performing computer work, and filing documents. Participates in the agency's emergency management operations during deployment of essential personnel, which may require working weekends and/or shift work.
The South Carolina Department of Public Safety is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), or national origin. The department prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), or national origin.
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