Executive Assistant I

Executive Assistant I

Salary

$52,100.00 - $88,600.00 Annually

Location

Richland County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

60009035

Agency

State Treasurers Office

Division

Executive Division

Opening Date

07/01/2026

Closing Date

8/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

AI10

Position Number:

60009035

Normal Work Schedule:

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

Pay Grade

GEN09

Hiring Range - Min.

$75,000.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$85,000.00

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Conditional selection of individuals will be based on candidate education, training and experience, oral interviews and clearance of background investigation. Please submit state application along with a copy of college transcript. A resume may be attached but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the employment applications. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed to determine qualifications for position.

Veteran Preference Statement

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

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Job Responsibilities

Acts as the Executive Assistant to the Chief of Staff of the State Treasurers Office, an agency that promotes a culture that stresses high performance, exceptional work product, accountability and collaboration.

• Excels in performing abroad variety of administrative responsibilities for the Chief of Staff and the Executive Office of the State Treasurers Office. Serves as a primary interface and liaison for the Chief of Staff. Serves as backup support to the Executive Assistant supporting the State Treasurer.
• Manages an extremely active calendar of appointments, shelters work products to completion, reviews and edits complex documents, performs research, creates and maintains tracking documents, and organizes and maintains paper and electronic files. Composes general correspondence and reports. Compiles, documents and retains information related to agency initiatives and programs.
• Responds to inquiries and engages with government officials and constituencies regarding budgetary, planning, and legislative issues impacting the agency's mission and statutory mandates.
• Delivers specialized support to the Chief of Staff in developing, evaluating, and implementing agency policies, procedures, and projects.
• Prioritizes conflicting needs of staff, handles matters expeditiously, proactively addresses emerging issues, and follows through on projects to successful completion, often with deadline pressures.
• Contributes executive support to various special projects, research assignments and agency initiatives. Coordinates scheduling, deadlines, deliverables, and communication with necessary parties.
• Leads document management and retention for the Chief of Staff as well as designated initiatives and programs.
• Performs complex research and analysis on applicable laws and regulations and related industry data. Assists with executive review, drafting and editing of legal and business documents, legislation, spreadsheets, correspondence and reports. Forecasts future trends affecting the agency and their costs.
• Assists in preparation of meetings of the State Fiscal Accountability Authority, Board of Financial Institutions and Quarterly STO Investment meetings which includes research, document management, and coordination of logistics.
• Leverages excellent communication in the administration of responsibilities with internal and external stakeholders. Assists with incoming calls to the Chief of Staff and Executive Office, utilizing a solution driven approach in support of constituent and stakeholder needs.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Agency Minimum Qualifications*:

A Bachelors degree in business administration, accounting, finance or relevant major. A minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience in business management, legal administration, public administration, administrative support services, or project management.

Knowledge of functions, organizational laws, rules and regulations pertinent to the agency. Knowledge of the principles and methods of effective public relations. Knowledge of the federal and state legislative processes.

• Candidates must specifically meet the Agency Minimum Requirements or an equivalent combination of education and experience to be considered for this position.

Additional Requirements:

Ability to coordinate diverse administrative functions. Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures and equipment. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Incumbent must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to plan and organize effectively. Ability to exercise sound judgment and confidentiality at all times. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office products.

The State Treasurers Office promotes a culture that stresses high performance, accountability and collaboration.

The successful candidate must be high energy and able to adapt to a fast-paced environment, while juggling multiple priorities and still delivering quality work. Must possess a high degree of emotional intelligence, positive attitude, utilize a solution-driven approach to problem solving and understand the importance of maintaining positive working relationships with both internal staff and external service providers. These qualities will enable the ideal candidate to be best suited to further our mission of providing consumer facing investment and financial programs to the citizens of South Carolina.

Must be able to safely lift and carry files, books and reports weighing up to 20 lbs. Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for intermittent periods of time. Must be able to reach, bend, and twist at the waist to perform filing, desk work, and operate general office equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

Finance and/or accounting or paralegal experience is highly preferred. Advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills as well as experience with document management are highly preferred. Previous experience working with senior level management.

Additional Comments

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from consideration for employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. Please submit a copy of college transcript along with completed application. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed state application to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

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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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/salary history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

• I acknowledge, per the statement above, that failure to complete all parts of the official application, including supplemental questions, will result in my disqualification from consideration for employment.

02

Tell us what you know about the Office of the State Treasurer and its operations.

03

Do you have a Bachelors degree in business administration, accounting, finance or relevant major. A minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience in business management, public administration, administrative support services, or project management?

• Yes
• No

04

If you answered yes to Question #3, please describe experience?

05

What is your level of proficiency in the use of Microsoft Excel?

• Advanced
• Intermediate
• Basic

06

What is your level of proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word?

• Advanced
• Intermediate
• Basic

07

Describe the critical responsibilities of an Executive Assistant within an organization.

08

Do you have previous experience working with or for executive level management within State Government?

• Yes
• No

09

Describe your experience with electronic document management.

10

Based on the position description, what makes you an ideal candidate for this position?

11

What is your current salary?

12

What is your preferred salary (your answer should match the preferred salary field on the front page of your application)?

Required Question

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency State Treasurers Office Address 1200 Senate Street

Suite 214

Columbia, South Carolina, 29201

Phone 803-734-0690

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.