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Administrative Assistant - Sponsored Programs
Job Purpose
Under general supervision of the Director of Sponsored & Title Ill Programs, provides administrative support in matters relating to federal and state grant and contract management at the institution.
Job Responsibilities
- Performs routine office management and maintenance files, supplies, communications, equipment, inventory, forms, office, and inter-office matters.
- Provides administrative support to the Director of Sponsored Programs for data maintenance and registrations, travel, scheduling, and general operations.
- Maintains grants database, compliance records, correspondence and files.
Receives and routes or distributes grant notices and documents, funding opportunities, newsletters, correspondence, and approval documents. - Assists with website maintenance, correspondence, and office/department publications.
Prepares ad-hoc status and other reports, researches and disseminates funding opportunities, policies and procedures for the Director to various College stakeholders.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
High School diploma and work experience that is directly related to the area of employment. Bachelor's degree may be substituted for the related work experience.
Additional Comments
Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of grant award management, thorough knowledge of modern office practices, including the use of equipment, and working knowledge of word processing and data processing. The ability to carry out complex oral and written instructions. Ability to use all Microsoft Office platforms, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Forms.
Valid driver's license required. Must be able to move up to 25 lbs. Professional appearance and quality interpersonal skills are essential.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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