Employment Services Specialist

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, the Employment Services Specialist will be responsible for receiving, reviewing, and successfully completing all documents as it pertains to the hiring process. The Employment Services Specialist will also assist in various human resources activities related to recruiting, employment & retention, new hire processing and entering HR data into systems.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Processes all new hire paperwork in accordance with Policy 230L and ensures that all new hire documents have been requested within three days of receipt and that all candidates have been submitted for final approval within ten days of receipt or documentation. 

With extreme attention to detail, creates and extends offers to candidates in accordance with postings. Conducts audits of new hire records to ensure accuracy and compliance with organizational and legal requirements.

Prepares assigned new hires for New Employee Orientation and ensures all mandatory documentation is completed. 

Closes out position requisitions in the agency's applicant tracking system (ATS) and completes all onboarding requirements to include, I-9 processes for assigned new hires at the conclusion of New Employee Orientation.

 Assists Agency Recruiter with recruitment and hiring events as necessary. 
 
Performs other related job duties and responsibilities as assigned.

STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A high school diploma and administrative experience. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required work experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must have working knowledge of human resources laws, regulations, policies and procedures relevant to the area of employment. 

Ability to exercise judgment and discretion. 

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. 

Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies and procedures. 

Ability to communicate effectively. 

A Human Resources certification from an accredited body is preferred.  

This position will require both, independent and collaborative thinking as it pertains to enhancing the agency's recruitment process and experience for both internal and external customers. 

This position will support the recruitment efforts to achieve and maintains optimal levels in conjunction with agency objectives to ensure agency objectives can be met.

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 and indirect contact with youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice. 

Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time, have mobile dexterity to utilize office equipment with the ability to lift up to 25 pounds. 

PREFERRED AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

 A degree in human resources management programs and at least one (1) year of experience.
 

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. 

 

If selected for a position requiring a degree, you will be asked to provide a certified transcript. Prior to an offer of employment, a background investigation will be conducted that may include but is not limited to, criminal records, driver's license, and child abuse registry. Additionally, a medical examination and drug testing may be required. Please explain any gaps in employment. A resume may be attached to your application but not substituted for completing the work history section of the application.

Salary : $32,686 - $60,471