Program Coordinator I

Under direct supervision, the Program Coordinator I performs administrative and programmatic duties related to and in support of the Nuclear Response Section, which is responsible for radiological response activities related to nuclear facilities and radiological shipments in South Carolina. Responsibilities include procurement, travel coordination, budget tracking, property and fleet oversight, and participating in emergency response activities. 

Job Duties: 

• Office business management and financial activities: Coordinates and processes, using SCEIS and other related software, all requisitions, contracts, and funding assignments in the procurement of supplies, equipment, utilities, contracts, and services. Tracks grant awards, budgets, and expenditures to ensure compliance with funding guidelines and timelines.
• Office administrative duties: Organizes, develops, and implements procedures for recording, routine sorting, distributing, and filing documentations, reports, correspondence, and administrative forms. 
• Travel Coordinator: Coordinates all aspects of employee travel in compliance with agency policies and procedures. Ensures accurate processing and maintenance of travel requests, approvals, reimbursements, and documentation to support program operations. 
• Property Custodian: Maintains and coordinates inventory of all supplies, furniture, and equipment. Ensures appropriate insurance coverage is maintained. Maintains records related to maintenance, repair, transfer, disposal, or sale of any equipment, furniture, or supplies in accordance with agency policies. 
• Fleet Coordinator: Collects monthly vehicle mileage logs and reports to State Fleet Management. Tracks leased vehicle invoicing and ensures all vehicles meet State Fleet usage requirements. Coordinates repairs with local shops and/or State Park Garage. Maintains records related to duties as Fleet Coordinator.
• Support to Nuclear Response Section: Activities during drills, exercises, and real-world events at assigned locations. Participates in required training. 
• Performs other duties as required.

• A high school diploma and relevant program experience.

Note: Degrees in a related technical field include, but are not limited to, Earth sciences, chemistry, biology, physics, soil science, environmental science, mathematics, etc.

Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application are encouraged to 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.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply relevant laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. 
• Excellent data management and organizational skills. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint). 
• Work effectively in a team-oriented environment and encourage positive working relationships with coworkers and industry and government officials. 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills. 
• Ability to successfully complete prescribed training and pass any test relevant to the position within the probationary period or trial period. 
• Ability to manage and track multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently. 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism. 
• Ability to demonstrate attention to detail.

• Knowledge of State and Agency procurement procedures. 
• Experience with initiating the procurement process using the South Carolina Enterprise Information System (SCEIS).
•  Experience working with grant funds.

SCDES 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. 
  
 The Department will not sponsor H1B visas for this position.
 
The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees: 

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
• Retirement benefit choices * 
  • State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
  • State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
• Remote Work: TThe option to work remotely 2 days per week is available after successful completion of 1 year of employment with SCDES, based on job functions.

*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.

Salary : $45,300 - $77,000