<p>Job Responsibilities</p> <p>Do you have a passion to provide meaningful work in the community? Would you like to be part of an organization whose central mission is helping to protect, stabilize and strengthen the lives of children, families, and vulnerable adults? Then the South Carolina Department of Social Services has the right job opportunity for you.</p> <p>Job Duties:</p> <ul> <li>The County Admin Support Specialist II performs a variety of routine and advanced clerical functions. Exercises judgment and uses knowledge of operations, programs, and general office procedures to make independent decisions in assisting the staff and clients in front office setting. </li><li>Functions as case control receptionist for all programs (SNAP, TANF, Child and Adult Welfare) within office of Laurens Co. DSS. Greets walk-ins and discerns their needs. Serves as Customer Service Representative. </li><li>Performs job delivery and/or performance with positive or appropriate professional customer service delivery to clients, the public, and co-workers as an integral requirement. </li><li>Serves as switchboard operator of the agency by receiving calls, answering questions, and transferring calls to the appropriate extensions. Monitors, provides assistance, and/or transfers electronic voice mail. </li><li>Screens and registers new applications and re-certifications for SNAP and TANF Economic Services Division using SCWINS for both on-line and paper documentation. Receives, opens, date/county stamps, and distributes all drop box and incoming mail to appropriate individuals or through SCOSA/SCWINS. Copies and scans supporting documentation into SCOSA and rotates/assigns work according to RSW (Regional Specialized Workload) procedures. Monitors and processes the FA Mailbox. Acts as backup for electronic faxes received. </li><li>Ensures that personal identifying information (PII) is properly used, accessed, gathered, shared and disposed. Protects the agency networks and applications by safeguarding systems, equipment and data. </li><li>Participates in Red Cross training and shelter duty or other emergency shelter/services as directed. </li><li>Assists supervisor when needed and performs other related duties as required. </li></ul> <p>Minimum and Additional Requirements</p> <p>A High School Diploma. Related clerical experience may be substituted for a High School Diploma.</p> <p>Additional Comments</p> <p>This application for employment with the SC Department of Social Services must be completed in its entirety. A resume may be included; but shall not be substituted in lieu of the completion of this application in part or in whole. "See Resume" is not acceptable information for the completion of any part of the requirements of this application. If such is submitted, this employment application will be considered incomplete and may not be forwarded as eligible for consideration to hiring managers.</p> <p>Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to and be able to operate a motor vehicle. Individuals must comply with necessary field work assignments.</p> <p>If you certify, by completion and submission of this application, that you possess educational credentials that qualify you for the available DSS positions, you will be required to provide a certified official transcript, if you are selected for job offer.</p> <p>The South Carolina Department of Social Services offers an exceptional benefits package that includes:</p> <ul> <li>Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children </li><li>15 days annual (vacation) leave per year </li><li>15 days sick leave per year </li><li>13 paid holidays </li><li>Paid Parental Leave </li><li>State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs </li></ul> <p>DIVISION: Economic Services / Laurens County</p>