Salary: $32,686.00 - $60,471.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 172156
Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice
Division: Community Services
Opening Date: 12/23/2024
Closing Date: 1/6/2025 5:00 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement: No
Class Code:: AA75
Position Number:: 60033168 (172156)
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 4
Hiring Range - Min.: $40,409.00
Opening Date: 12/23/2024
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply online at and follow the status of your application online.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of South Carolina's youth, consider joining the dedicated people of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ).
MISSION:
It is the mission of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to impact and transform young lives, strengthen families, and support safer communities through targeted prevention and rehabilitation.
JOB PURPOSE:
Under general supervision, plans, coordinates and/or performs standard management support service activities for the Victim Services Unit. Performs a variety of complex administrative support or technical support duties in support of the Director of Victim Services. Represents SCDJJ Office of Victim Services in inter and intra agency victim service efforts. Provide victims with services and explain the procedures of the criminal justice system with the design to minimize the psychological and economical effects of victimization.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Plans, coordinates and/or performs standard administrative management support service activities for the Director of Victim Services of the Community Services Division.
Provides assistance to Victim Service Coordinators and Case Management Monitors for the purpose of providing various forms of assist with juvenile crime victims.
Ability to perform the duties of a Victim Service Coordinator in their absence or as necessary.
Receives and screens telephone calls and personal callers, making appropriate referrals.
Solves programmatic/procedural problems and answers questions that require substantial knowledge of assigned program areas and schedules appointments as requested.
Generates and/or reviews essential correspondence ensuring format, grammar, spelling and punctuation are correct.
Establishes and maintains procedures for recording and filing various forms and reports.
Receives and appropriately addresses incoming calls; receives and assists all visitors, ensuring they are properly directed/escorted. Responsible for screening incoming correspondence.
Forward reminder to supervisor with necessary background information, reports and documents through remainder of the systems.
Coordinates updates and other projects that require input to be received cross-divisionally, receives and organizes this information.
Performs other related job duties as assigned.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
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.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge of the principles, policies and practices of office management.
Must be proficient in Word, Excel, PPT and JJMS.
Knowledge of federal/state laws pertaining to youthful offenders and juvenile justice.
Knowledge of the courts and law enforcement.
Ability to effectively plan and organize work activities and prioritize task completion according to schedules and goals.
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels (supervisors, executive management, the public, etc.).
Must become a certified Victim Service Provider within a year of hire.
This position performs job duties relating to the custody, control, transportation, or recapture of youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice, and the employee may have direct or indirect contact with youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice. Training applicable to these duties will be provided.
Preferred Qualifications
PREFERRED AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
A high school diploma and five (5) years of work experience that is directly related to the area of employment. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the related work experience.
Additional Comments
The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health, dental, and life insurance
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days of sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• State retirement plans and deferred compensation programs
• Discount Programs such as TicketatWork and WeSave

Applications are incomplete if you fail to answer all supplemental questions, education, and work history. Incomplete applications are not referred to hiring managers. Applications are accepted until 5:00 p.m. on the stated closing date.
You will be asked to provide a certified transcript if selected for a position requiring a degree. A background investigation will be conducted that may include but is not limited to, criminal records, driver's license, and child abuse registry prior to an offer of employment. Additionally, a medical examination and drug testing may be required. Please provide an explanation for any gaps in employment. A resume may be attached to your application but not substituted for completing the work history section of the application.
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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I understand that the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice is an equal opportunity employer. DJJ does not discriminate in hiring, promotions, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, or other employment aspects based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, or national origin. Any acts you feel are in violation, please get in touch with the Office of Human Resources, 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC (803) 896-5607.

• Yes
• No

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I understand that the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice's School District also does not discriminate in any programs or activities based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age. The following offices have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the school district's nondiscrimination policies: Title IX - Inspector General's Office - 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC 29210-5427 - Ph: 803-896-9595; Special Education Office, 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC I have read and fully understand DJJ's position concerning the law.

• Yes
• No

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I understand that SCDJJ will not hire or promote anyone who may have contact with residents and shall not enlist the services of any contractor who may have contact with residents who have engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility juvenile facility, or other institution (as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997); has been convicted of engaging in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described above.

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How did you hear about this position?

• SC Government Website (careers.sc.gov)
• Career Fair
• SC Works
• Indeed.com
• DJJ Employee
• Other

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If you answered "DJJ Employee" to the previous question please list employee's name.
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If you answered "Other", to the previous question, please tell us how you learned of this position.
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Do you have a valid driver's license?

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• No

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Are you at least 21 years of age?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a high school diploma and work experience that Is directly related to the area of employment?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a bachelor's degree?

• Yes
• No

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