Human Resources Coordinator - Bennettsville, SC

Job Responsibilities

Join South Carolina state government where you can have a meaningful career, incomparable benefits, and a positive work-life balance!

With our Agency's mission to support the recovery of people with mental illnesses, we provide a complete array of medical and support services for children, adults, and families throughout South Carolina.

As the Human Resources Coordinator for the Tri-County Community Mental Health Center (TCCMHC), you will be responsible for coordinating, planning, and implementing all aspects of Human Resources.

This position is located at 1035 Cheraw Street, Bennettsville, SC 29512 in TCCMHC's Administration Office.

Responsibilities of the Human Resources Coordinator include but are not limited to:

• Plans and coordinates classification and compensation, recruitment, benefits, and retirement.

• Counsels and advises managers and employees in human resources functions.

• Organizes new employee orientation.

• Serves as time and leave administrator for the Center. Issues FMLA paperwork. Assists supervisors with worker's compensation paperwork.

• Assists supervisors with employee disciplinary and performance issues. Participates in face-to-face meetings with employees as needed or requested.

• Oversees the Center's EPMS process.

• Assists the Executive Director in the processing of contracts to state office. Routes contracts for approval and ensures accuracy of contract content. Tracks contract routing process and assists with expediting contracts as needed.

• Manages the daily and after-hours schedule for Community Crisis Response and Intervention ensuring all slots are covered.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

State Minimum Requirements:

A bachelor's degree and relevant experience.

Agency Minimum Requirements:

A bachelor's degree and relevant experience. Knowledge of human resource information systems. Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Ability to communicate effectively. Must have a valid driver's license.

Note: Applicants must also meet Agency minimum requirements to be considered for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of principles and practices of human resources management. Knowledge of the policies and procedures of the assigned program area(s) and of agency policies and procedures. Knowledge of federal laws and state regulations affecting human resources management. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to analyze needs and resources and to recommend and communicate solutions effectively. Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting a variety of policies and procedures. Ability to direct and advise technical staff members.

Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

Additional Comments

The South Carolina Department of Mental Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. We provide affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex - including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. Please account for any and all gaps of employment in your application. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of application completion nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

The South Carolina Department of Mental Health 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 accrual per year

• 15 days sick leave per year

• 13 paid holidays

• Paid Parental Leave

• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs