Administrative Assistant - Training

Colleton County Government is accepting applications from qualified individuals for the position of Administrative Assistant for the Fire/Rescue Department. The successful candidate will under limited supervision, be responsible for data entry of fire related reports, departmental records, personnel files, training and medical records, incident reports. Will compile statistical data, develop spreadsheets, assist employees and the public; assist with inventory, provide public assistance in person and over the telephone and perform other duties; research available courses for personnel with various educational establishments to include colleges, vo-tech schools, EMS Councils, SC Fire Academy and private firms; schedule classes and training sessions for the Department personnel; maintain the schedule for class rooms and training pool vehicles for use by employees/students; assist with compiling data on medical responses and Quality Assurance Reviews; work with confidential, protected information to include but not limited to employee records, employee and ambulance medical records, training files and patient care reports. Position also assists with Fire-Rescue Emergency Management Division’s daily activities, attends meetings as needed, and assists with operations, planning and recovery efforts. Works in the Emergency Operations Center (EOC), at night and on weekends as needed to support emergency response. Reports to the Fire-Rescue Deputy Chief. 

Requires a high school diploma, computer skills and 1 year of clerical experience; previous experience with inventory and associated record keeping or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Good driving record required, must submit three (3) year driving record along with application.  Minimum of Associates Degree preferred. Pre-employment drug screen and a satisfactory background are also required.