*READVERTISEMENT* Forest Management Administrative Assistant Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

• READVERTISEMENT
• Forest Management Administrative Assistant
  
  Salary
  $40,857.00
• $48,782.00 Annually
  Location Richland County, SC
  Job Type
  FTE
• Full-Time
  Job Number
  171031
  Agency
  Forestry Commission
  Division
  Forest Management
  Opening Date
  11/15/2024
  Closing Date
  3/7/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
  Residency Requirement
  No

Class Code:

AA75

Position Number:

60010781

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday

• Friday (8:30
• 5:00)
  Pay Band
  Band 4
  Hiring Range
• Min.
  $40,857.00
  Hiring Range
• Max.

$48,782.00
Opening Date
11/15/2024
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

When applying for this position, the electronic state application must be completed to include the Education and Work Experience sections and the Supplemental Questions. This includes a detailed description of each work-related position and, if applicable, military service (indicate rank) and job-related volunteer work that you feel qualifies you for the position. Failure to provide detailed and complete work-related information may result in your application being rejected. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. A criminal records check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. SCFC requires individuals to complete an online application to apply for this position. Interested individuals can access www.careers.sc.gov, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.

DRIVING RECORD

If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver’s license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.
Veteran Preference Statement
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

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Job Responsibilities
Under general supervision, plans, coordinates and performs a variety of administrative and professional functions activities for the Forest Management Division chief, Forest Renewal Program (FRP) and program managers for the Forest Stewardship program, Urban and Community Forestry Services program, State Forests and cost-share programs.
1. Plans, coordinates and performs administrative and professional activities for the Forestry Commission’s Forest Renewal Program. Responsible for coordinating and maintaining records of application status, allocation of funds, and payments to landowners. Coordinates with the South Carolina Tax Commission and the Office of the Comptroller General on disbursement of funds to landowners.
2. Provides administrative activities for the Forest Stewardship, Urban and Community Forestry, State Forests and cost-share programs. Compiles and updates lists such as project foresters, consulting foresters, agency personnel directory, etc. Serves as administrative liaison with the Human Resources Office. Oversees SCEIS time and leave program, monitors leave usage via SCEIS; runs appropriate time reports, and makes adjustments/edits to time and leave. Distributes time sensitive materials and information to employees.
3. Compiles and analyzes the Forest Management Division reports. Receives, compiles, and analyzes customer surveys for forest management and forestry services. Calculates individual forester accomplishment data and compiles other data to support the agency’s strategic plan progress report.
4. Performs duties for other divisions such as processing credit card transactions and requisitions, performs data entry and maintains accurate databases. Works on an agency customer service team routing phone calls, answering routine/nonroutine agency questions; directs customers to the appropriate offices; assists staff in initiating, processing, and disseminating information and materials.
5. Performs other related duties as required in support of the agency’s mission and strategic goals.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A high school diploma and five (5) years of relevant program experience or an associate degree with three (3) years of relevant program experience or a bachelor’s degree and one (1) year of relevant program experience. Basic to intermediate computer proficiency. Must be knowledgeable of Microsoft Office products. A criminal background check is required.
Additional Comments
General knowledge of the agency’s mission and programs; considerable knowledge of modern office methods, practices, and technology. Ability to exercise good judgement and discretion concerning highly sensitive and confidential information. Must possess strong interpersonal skills and be able to interact with agency staff and the public in a professional and effective manner. Ability to work with a high level of job accuracy, efficiency, and dependability; must have strong time management and organizational skills.
Position is located in an office environment. Must be able to remain stationary for long periods of time working on a computer. Moves around the office to access file cabinets and office machinery. Must be able to lift 25 pounds, bend and squat, to file documents. Work schedule is Monday

• Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.

Under limited supervision performs job duties independently. Exercises sound judgment and discretion in making routine decisions and implementing the Commission’s policies and procedures.
Employer
State of South Carolina
Agency
Forestry Commission
Address
5500 Broad River Road
Columbia, South Carolina, 29212
Phone
803-896-8879
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