Administrative Coordinator I / Senior Office Manager - Anderson

Administrative Coordinator I / Senior Office Manager - Anderson

Salary

$39,300.00 - $49,000.00 Annually

Location

Anderson County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

191190

Agency

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Division

Anderson-Oconee-Pickens Mental Health Center

Opening Date

08/03/2026

Closing Date

8/17/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

Class Code:

AH10

Position Number:

60009865

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Grade

GEN07

Hiring Range - Min.

$39,300.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$49,000.00

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education using verifiable dates.

Veteran Preference Statement

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

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Job Responsibilities

Are you passionate about making a real difference in peoples lives? Join our team at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD) where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking an Administrative Coordinator I who is motivated to help individuals and families navigate lifes challenges and achieve long-term wellness. If you want to use your skills to build a healthier, more resilient community, we encourage you to apply.

This position is located at the BHDD - Office of Mental Health, Anderson Mental Health Clinic, 1 Linwa Boulevard, Anderson, SC 29621.

As an Administrative Coordinator I, you will provide leadership and oversight to all Anderson-Oconee-Pickens Mental Health Center (AOPMHC) administrative functions of Reception/Front Office, Patient Intake and Switchboard for the 4 clinic sites within the AOP catchment area. You will serve as the direct supervisor to all Administrative Assistant/Office Managers.

Responsibilities for the Administrative Coordinator I -

• Provide leadership and oversight to all AOPMHC administrative functions of Reception/Front Office, Patient Intake and Switchboard for the 4 clinic sites within the AOP catchment area. This oversight will include the implementation of standardized daily operational policies and procedures that meet the agency and center requirements.
• Serve as direct supervision of all Administrative Assistant/Office Managers to include monthly supervision meetings. Provide indirect supervisor to administrative employees in the absence of the Office Manager.
• Provide or ensure back-up coverage for all assigned areas. Visit all sites of the catchment area a minimum of one time per month.
• Work collaboratively with agency and center program leadership to ensure ongoing improvement within the assigned administrative functions.
• Provide and ensure training opportunities for assigned employees.
• Monitor and ensure that quality customer service is provided at the administrative level with stakeholders to increase knowledge of prevention, treatment and recovery services. Demonstrate fiscal responsibility and accountability to include collections, patient registration, engagement, and Quality Assurance.
• Participate in clinical staffing meetings. Serve on assigned committees to include Corporate Compliance and Safety.
• Ensure data collection tools are used to assist with reducing no show and follow-up rates.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• A high school diploma and relevant experience in business management, public administration, or administrative services or a bachelors degree may be substituted for the required work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five years of supervisory experience.

Additional Comments

Post hire, employees must have:

• Knowledge of agency policies, procedures, rules, regulations and program services.
• Knowledge of policies, procedures, rules and regulations related to the specific administrative function.
• Knowledge of governmental fiscal and personnel procedures, practices and policies.
• Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures and equipment.
• Ability to coordinate diverse administrative functions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to plan, organize and supervise the work of subordinate personnel.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• This position requires the ability to bend, stoop, climb, drive from location to location, lift and file.
• This position could be considered essential. Therefore, you may be asked to report to work even if the Center is closed in the event of an emergency.

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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Have you ever been employed by the SC Dept. of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities - Office of Mental Health (OMH) (formerly SC Department of Mental Health)?

• Yes
• No

02

If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense (other than in a Juvenile Court), you MUST list this information (unless you have taken steps to expunge your record.) This includes fraudulent checks, driving under suspension, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, etc. *Please note that conviction of a criminal offense does not bar you from employment in all cases; each conviction is evaluated individually. However, failure to list convictions is considered falsification of the application and WILL BE grounds for termination, if hired. It is your responsibility to know what is on your criminal record. If you have charges on your record that appear without a court disposition (result) you may be asked to provide that information if selected for employment. If you have questions, please inquire before you complete your application. PLEASE NOTE THAT NOT ANSWERING THIS QUESTION WILL DEEM YOUR APPLICATION AS INCOMPLETE AND IT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Please indicate your understanding to this statement by checking the box below.

• Checking this box indicates my understanding to the above referenced statement.

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Do you have a high school diploma and relevant experience in business management, public administration, or administrative services or a bachelors degree may be substituted for the required work experience?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have 5 years of related supervisory experience that is application and resume?

• Yes
• No

05

Please include a copy of your resume with this application.

• I have included a copy of my resume with this application.

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Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open").

Required Question

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Address 400 Otarre Parkway

Cayce, South Carolina, 29033

Phone OIDD - (803)898-9600

OMH - (803) 898-8600

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.