Administrative Assistant (Board of Accountancy)

Salary: $38,000.00 - $40,000.00 Annually
Location : Lexington County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 61069528-192718
Agency: Department of Labor, Licensing & Regulation
Division: Div. of Professional & Occupational Licensing Bd.
Opening Date: 09/10/2026
Closing Date: 9/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AA75
Position Number:: 61069528
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Pay Grade: GEN06
Hiring Range - Min.: $38,000.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $40,000.00
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: The South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: The Agency's standard business hours are Monday to Friday (8:30 to 5:00) but a flexible work schedule may be available.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities
Come join our team at the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR) where you will experience work-life balance, great benefits, and an exciting career that supports the Agency's mission to make South Carolina a safe place to work and live.

Responsibilities

• You will perform a variety of administrative support functions for the Board of Accountancy.

• You will respond to customer inquiries received through walk-ins, telephone calls, e-mails, and other methods providing timely and accurate responses to board licensing requirements and processes.

• You will create and maintain records, registrations and other documentation for licensees and updating applicable databases and systems.
• You will enter all revenue into applicable systems and create revenue and deposit reports, as appropriate.
• You will research, review and evaluate college and university courses and transcripts to determine compliance with requirements.
• You will perform a variety of other administrative assistance functions including opening and distributing mail, preparing certificates, initiating refund requests, preparing interstate exchange of information for licenses, and scanning documents.

Minimum and Additional Requirements
Minimum Qualifications

• A high school diploma and work experience that is directly related to the area of employment. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the related work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• A high school diploma and four (4) years of experience that is directly related to the area of employment.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of office management and general administrative functions.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with individuals.
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in interpreting and applying relevant laws, regulations, policies and procedures with licensees.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to understand and follow routine and complex instructions.
• Considerable skill in the use of office equipment, computers, and Microsoft products.

Other Requirements

• Position works in an office environment with extended periods of sitting and standing.
• May require occasional work outside of normal office hours.
• May be required to lift, carry, move and/or position objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Daily filing, data entry, telephone and computer use.

Additional Comments
Benefits Offered

The South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for employee, spouse, and children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

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.
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LLR requires individuals to complete an online application to apply for this position. You can access the www.careers.sc.gov website 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, wherever you have internet access. Applicants will be required to submit a copy of their highest earned degree prior to an offer being extended. Applicants who will be required to drive a state or personal vehicle to regularly perform state duties will be required to submit an acceptable 10-year motor vehicle record (MVR) that complies with state and agency fleet guidelines. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation in your application or the supplemental questions may result in your disqualification from employment. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. By completing the application, I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree with the above.

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Do you have a bachelor's degree?

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• No

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Describe your relevant program experience for this position.
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Do you have experience evaluating college transcripts at a detailed level? If yes, please describe.
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Describe your time management skills and your ability to multi-task.
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Do you have experience interpreting and explaining statutes and regulations? If yes, please describe.
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Describe your proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
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Have you listed ALL of your previous positions or jobs held for the past 10 years?

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Have you ever worked for the SC Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation? If yes, please provide the approximate dates of work and the last job title held at LLR.
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Have you ever worked for a South Carolina state agency? If yes, please provide the agency name(s), approximate dates of work with each agency, and last job title held for the agency.
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Are you willing to accept a salary within the range of $38,000 to $40,000?

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How did you hear about this position with LLR?

• Careers.sc.gov
• Indeed
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• Family or Friend
• LLR Employee
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Salary : $38,000 - $40,000