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Under Supervision of the Greenville Vital Records Supervisor; assist customers in the completion of applications for certified copies of vital events.

Following established policies, screens applications for necessary information and entitlement to documents; issues certified copies of vital records; advises when discrepancies are apparent on original documents or when no record is found; Enters data from application into electronic vital records system;
Follows established policies regarding security paper and collection and receipting of fees. Reconciles any discrepancies to ensure strict accountability for audit purposes; Following established policies initiate amendments by affidavits of correction, paternity acknowledgments, legitimations, and court orders; initiates the establishment of delayed certificates; Assists in a variety of assigned clerical and office maintenance duties
including but not limited to filing, organizing, occasional cleaning, etc.

State Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and work experience that is directly related to the area of employment. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the related work experience.

Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Agency Additional Requirements: Three (3) years of face to face customer service, Two (2) years of cashiering or banking experience. Ability to type at a corrected rate of 40 wpm (testing test required).

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring. Please note that the agency may require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring. Institutions of higher learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Bilingual in Spanish, Associate's or bachelor's degree, and/or Six (6) years of responsible clerical experience. DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver’s license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

SC DHEC is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employing agency. We are committed to a diverse workforce. SC DHEC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Applicants needing an accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for an accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn't impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.

This position is part of the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control’s (Division/Bureau). The work performed supports DHEC’s mission to improve the quality of life for all South Carolinians by protecting and promoting the health of the public and the environment. Effective July 1, 2024, this position will transfer to the South Carolina Department of Public Health created by Senate Bill 399 which provides for the creation of the Department of Public Health to assume the public health-related functions of DHEC.

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children

• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year

• 15 days sick leave per year

• 13 paid holidays

• Paid Parental Leave

• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

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