State of South Carolina
Human Resources Assistant
State of South Carolina, York, South Carolina, United States, 29745
Salary:
$45,000.00 Annually Location :
York County, SC Job Type:
FTE - Full-Time Job Number:
2026015S Agency:
Winthrop University Opening Date:
08/29/2025 Closing Date:
9/14/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Agency Specific Application Procedures::
To apply go to https://winthrop.peopleadmin.com/postings/19986. Class Code::
AG05 Position Number::
2026015S Normal Work Schedule::
Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00) Pay Grade:
Band 4 Hiring Range - Min.:
$45,000.00 Hiring Range - Max.:
$45,000.00 Opening Date:
08/29/2025 EEO Statement:
Equal Opportunity Employer Veteran Preference Statement:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Reporting to the Employment, Class & Comp Manager, the Human Resources Assistant processes personnel and payroll actions for permanent and grant-funded FTE employees and administers the university's leave program.
Monitors leave reports, adjusts leave balances, manages negative leave balances, and submits payroll adjustment forms. Calculates and enters leave for employees on special leave status and initiates personal action forms, as needed. Requests leave information for transferring state employees. Manages the state leave transfer process and prepares annual report. Enters new hire assignments and verifies payroll information. Processes reclassifications, reassignments and non-payroll-related personnel actions. Processes terminations. Serves as backup for processing temporary and student assignments. Monitors the HRHelp inbox and responds to inquiries or forwards to the appropriate person. Completes all requests for verification of employment. Serves as backup for front-office functions. Minimum and Additional Requirements
Bachelor's degree, Associate's degree and two years of relevant experience, or High school diploma and four years of relevant experience. Working knowledge of basic payroll processing procedures and the principles/best practices of human resource and leave management, including relevant federal and state laws and regulations. Effective organizational, problem-solving and math skills. Sufficient technical ability to master required software and perform job duties at a high level. Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with difficult situations. Ability to effectively coordinate various tasks simultaneously and work with accuracy despite frequent interruptions. Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion in working with confidential information. Effective oral and written communication skills. Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the general public. Preferred Qualifications
Previous related experience in a human resources office, preferably at an institute of higher education. Experience with payroll processing and/or data/leave management. Proficiency with MS Office, especially Excel. Experience with Banner software helpful.
Additional Comments
To apply go to
Telecommuting:
Employees are not eligible for telecommuting/remote work during their 12-month probationary period. After that time, certain positions may be eligible for telecommuting/remote work at the discretion of the supervisor and in accordance with Winthrop policies. 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.
$45,000.00 Annually Location :
York County, SC Job Type:
FTE - Full-Time Job Number:
2026015S Agency:
Winthrop University Opening Date:
08/29/2025 Closing Date:
9/14/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Agency Specific Application Procedures::
To apply go to https://winthrop.peopleadmin.com/postings/19986. Class Code::
AG05 Position Number::
2026015S Normal Work Schedule::
Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00) Pay Grade:
Band 4 Hiring Range - Min.:
$45,000.00 Hiring Range - Max.:
$45,000.00 Opening Date:
08/29/2025 EEO Statement:
Equal Opportunity Employer Veteran Preference Statement:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Reporting to the Employment, Class & Comp Manager, the Human Resources Assistant processes personnel and payroll actions for permanent and grant-funded FTE employees and administers the university's leave program.
Monitors leave reports, adjusts leave balances, manages negative leave balances, and submits payroll adjustment forms. Calculates and enters leave for employees on special leave status and initiates personal action forms, as needed. Requests leave information for transferring state employees. Manages the state leave transfer process and prepares annual report. Enters new hire assignments and verifies payroll information. Processes reclassifications, reassignments and non-payroll-related personnel actions. Processes terminations. Serves as backup for processing temporary and student assignments. Monitors the HRHelp inbox and responds to inquiries or forwards to the appropriate person. Completes all requests for verification of employment. Serves as backup for front-office functions. Minimum and Additional Requirements
Bachelor's degree, Associate's degree and two years of relevant experience, or High school diploma and four years of relevant experience. Working knowledge of basic payroll processing procedures and the principles/best practices of human resource and leave management, including relevant federal and state laws and regulations. Effective organizational, problem-solving and math skills. Sufficient technical ability to master required software and perform job duties at a high level. Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with difficult situations. Ability to effectively coordinate various tasks simultaneously and work with accuracy despite frequent interruptions. Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion in working with confidential information. Effective oral and written communication skills. Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the general public. Preferred Qualifications
Previous related experience in a human resources office, preferably at an institute of higher education. Experience with payroll processing and/or data/leave management. Proficiency with MS Office, especially Excel. Experience with Banner software helpful.
Additional Comments
To apply go to
Telecommuting:
Employees are not eligible for telecommuting/remote work during their 12-month probationary period. After that time, certain positions may be eligible for telecommuting/remote work at the discretion of the supervisor and in accordance with Winthrop policies. 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.