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Posted: February 18, 2026 (2 days ago)

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HR Assistant (#016497) Palmer Pre-Release Center, Florence (FLORENCE) Level 1

State of South Carolina

Department of Corrections

Fresh

Location

South Carolina, 29210

Salary

$37,200 - $47,200

per year

Closes

February 26, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This HR Assistant role at a South Carolina correctional facility involves handling everyday human resources tasks like managing employee records, processing payroll and benefits, supporting recruitment, and ensuring everything follows company rules.

It also includes general office support for the facility's leader, such as preparing reports and organizing files.

A good fit would be someone organized and detail-oriented with basic office experience, who can handle sensitive information and work in a structured environment like a prison.

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma required
  • Two years of clerical, secretarial, or administrative experience (bachelor's degree may substitute for experience)
  • Successful completion of four weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire
  • Strong organizational skills for records management and compliance
  • Proficiency in handling payroll, benefits, and timekeeping processes
  • Ability to assist with recruitment, personnel actions, and employee inquiries
  • Knowledge of ensuring adherence to agency policies and deadlines

Full Job Description

  • The position provides comprehensive HR and administrative support within the institution, ensuring compliance with agency policies and deadlines.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Administrative support: assist the Warden with correspondence, complaints, inspections, special projects, and charitable campaigns; run SCEIS reports.

  • Employee support: assist staff and supervisors with payroll, benefits, leave, attendance, recruiting, and employment-related inquiries.

  • Records management: maintain accurate personnel, medical, and leave records; audit files during separations; process leave statements and reports.

  • Payroll and timekeeping: monitor Kronos enrollment and training, clear missing time weekly, ensure accurate payments for separations/suspensions, and submit required forms on time.

  • Recruitment and staff: post vacancies via SCDC, AVS, and NEOGOV, update organizational charts, assist with applications, and conduct exit interviews.

  • Personnel actions: process new hires, terminations, promotions, and other changes; maintain personnel records and position descriptions.

  • Compliance & safety: ensure EPMS completion, review corrective actions, coordinate workers' compensation claims, track health screenings, maintain ACA documentation, and certify VA on-the-job training programs.

Must successfully complete four (4) weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.

Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:
Recruiting and Employment Services
(803) 896-1649

Employment@doc.us.gov

Requirements

State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements:

A high school diploma and administrative experience. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required work experience.



SCDC Minimum Requirements:

A high school diploma and two (2) years of responsible clerical, secretarial, or administrative experience.

Additional Information

The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

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.

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Posted on NEOGOV: 2/18/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/18/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-sc-5238982