Administrative Assistant

Salary: $32,686.00 - $46,578.00 Annually
Location : Charleston County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 2546
Agency: Trident Technical College
Opening Date: 03/30/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Residency Requirement: Yes
Class Code AA75
Position Number
Normal Work Schedule Other
Pay Band: Band 4
Hiring Range - Min.: $32,686.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $46,578.00
Opening Date: 03/30/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures Applicants MUST complete the online SC State Jobs Employment Application. To fully evaluate qualifications, some positions may require submission of unofficial transcripts with the application. Only complete applications are considered. For assistance, contact TTC Human Resources at . The position is open and filled with preference given to applicants who apply by April 4, 2025. Faculty positions require the submission of related unofficial transcripts with the application and may include any required certifications. Upon hire, official transcripts/certifications are required. International transcripts must be evaluated through the World Education Services (WES). Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment. Staff positions where a degree may be substituted for the related work experience must submit unofficial transcripts related to the position with the application and/or certifications. Upon hire, official transcripts/certifications are required. International transcripts must be evaluated through the World Education Services (WES). Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment. Unofficial transcripts may be uploaded to the application, mailed to TTC Human Resources, PO Box 118067 Charleston, SC 29423), or faxed to or emailed in PDF format to by the deadline date and time. Employment applicants may be subject to a background check. Failure to consent to a background check will remove your application from further consideration. Background checks are conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Dean, the Administrative Assistant position provides a wide range of complex and responsible administrative support services for full-time faculty, staff, and adjunct instructors at the Culinary Institute of Charleston. The role requires the interpretation of operating policies and the execution of duties that demand independent judgment. This position is critical for the division, as the administrator serves as a liaison between other divisions, colleges, students, faculty members, and the community. Additionally, the administrator is responsible for maintaining the division's course schedule, managing the instructor database, and overseeing multiple projects simultaneously.
Minimum and Additional Requirements

This position requires a 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.
Preferred Qualifications

A bachelor's degree and one (1) year of related work experience, OR an associate degree and three (3) years of related work experience, OR a high school diploma and five (5) years of work experience is preferred. Ideal candidate will have experience with administrative support services that include submitting contracts and support documentation and office equipment. Experience training other employees is a plus. Strong computer skills are a must. This position will display self-direction, leadership, cooperation, and initiative and work effectively with administrative support staff, academic deans, department heads, coordinators, and faculty across all campuses. The candidate must be able to manage multiple priorities and be willing to be flexible enough to meet the extended hours of operation during peak periods. Must be organized and detail-oriented and can initiate and complete duties and special assignments with limited supervision while exercising judgment and discretion, sound judgment, and professionalism. Must be able to function in an environment characterized by continual changes in information technology. Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, as well as maintaining confidentiality, are essential.
Additional Comments

Applicants MUST complete the online SC State Jobs Employment Application. To fully evaluate qualifications, some positions may require submission of unofficial transcripts with the application. Only complete applications are considered. For assistance, contact TTC Human Resources at . The position is open and filled with preference given to applicants who apply by April 4, 2025.

Faculty positions require the submission of related unofficial transcripts with the application and may include any required certifications. Upon hire, official transcripts/certifications are required. International transcripts must be evaluated through the World Education Services (WES). Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment.

Staff positions where a degree may be substituted for the related work experience must submit unofficial transcripts related to the position with the application and/or certifications. Upon hire, official transcripts/certifications are required. International transcripts must be evaluated through the World Education Services (WES). Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment.

Unofficial transcripts may be uploaded to the application, mailed to TTC Human Resources, PO Box 118067 Charleston, SC 29423), or faxed to or emailed in PDF format to by the deadline date and time.

Employment applicants may be subject to a background check. Failure to consent to a background check will remove your application from further consideration. Background checks are conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).
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.
01

TTC: Are you currently employed with Trident Technical College?

• Yes: Full-Time Faculty
• Yes: Full-Time Staff
• Yes: Part-time Adjunct Faculty
• Yes: Part-time Staff
• Yes: Other
• No: Not currently employed with TTC

02

TTC: Applicants must complete the SC State Jobs Employment Application online. Resumes are NOT reviewed for qualifications. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing salary and work history or education and reference sections of the employment application.Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Is your application complete and reflects the minimum qualifications?

• Yes
• No

03

TTC: Where did you see this position advertised? (Check all that apply)

• TTC Website
• Referred by a TTC Employee
• State Website
• Post and Courier
• Inside Higher Ed
• Other on-line website
• Other print publication
• Other not listed

04

TTC: Have you been employed with a state agency with the state of South Carolina?

• Yes
• No

05

Highlight your administrative support experience in a fast paced environment?
06

Describe how your related work experience ensured operations ran smoothly?
07

Do you have related work experience with the following?

• Coordinating Schedules
• Managing Inventory/Processing Orders
• Excel/Microsoft
• Administrative Support Culinary Environment
• Database Systems
• Handle phone calls
• Not Listed

08

What strategies do you use to maintain a positive and professional relationship with all parties involved?
Required Question