Data Operations Assistant Jobs in Columbia, SC (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $37,944.00 - $60,690.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 192004
Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice
Division: Human Resources
Opening Date: 08/20/2026
Closing Date: 10/2/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AG06
Position Number:: 60031392 (192004)
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN06
Hiring Range - Min.: $49,000.00
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply online at www.careers.sc.gov and follow the status of your application online.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of South Carolina's youth, consider joining the dedicated people of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ).
MISSION:
It is the mission of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to impact and transform young lives, strengthen families, and support safer communities through targeted prevention and rehabilitation.
JOB PURPOSE:
Under limited supervision serves as the SCEIS Operations Assistant for the SCEIS Operations unit of Human Resources. Responsible for assisting with the processing of personnel and position actions, maintaining scanning and filing of related documentation, and ensuring quality and compliance with established Agency, Comptroller General, and DSHR guidelines.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with the accurate entry of new hires in accordance with established payroll deadlines to prevent underpayment.
• Assists with keying miscellaneous updates for existing employees.
• Assists in ensuring overtime flags are established for eligible employees.
• Runs simulations to ensure employees are being compensated correctly.
• Creates and files personnel files for all new hires according to guidelines.
• Assists with processing all pay-affecting transactions in SCEIS, including but not limited to promotions, demotions, reclassifications, salary adjustments, and reassignments.
• Executes PA actions as necessary.
• Assists in scanning and filing all documentation related to the keying of actions promptly.
• Assists with SCEIS data maintenance to include report monitoring to ensure employees are compensated accurately and in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
• Assists with annual Universal EPMS upload and manual entry.
• Assists with the verification of prior state employment for new hires and transferred employees to ensure accuracy of state hire date, annual leave accrual date, and FMLA eligibility date.
• Responsible for sending state service verification forms to state agencies for transferred employees.
• Corresponds with employees, department heads, Comptroller General's (CG's) Office, and State Treasurer's Office regarding SCEIS-related issues.
• Assists with verification of employment forms and inquiries.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements
STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A high school diploma and administrative experience. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required work experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have knowledge and ability to interpret policies and procedures relevant to the area of human resources.
• Must have the ability to interact with all levels of management, and ability to communicate and work effectively with others.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, skilled in Excel, and experience in the South Carolina Enterprise Information System (SCEIS) is preferred.
• Must be able to interpret the SC State HR Regulations as applicable to SCEIS transactions.
• General supervision; annually scheduled performance reviews.

This position performs duties relating to the custody, control, transportation, or recapture of youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice, and the employee may have direct contact with youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice.
Training applicable to these duties will be provided.
Additional Comments
The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health, dental, and life insurance
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days of sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• State retirement plans and deferred compensation programs
• Discount Programs such as TicketatWork and WeSave

Applications are incomplete if you fail to answer all supplemental questions, education, and work history. Incomplete applications are not referred to hiring managers. Applications are accepted until 5:00 p.m. on the stated closing date.
You will be asked to provide a certified transcript if selected for a position requiring a degree. A background investigation will be conducted that may include but is not limited to, criminal records, driver's license, and child abuse registry prior to an offer of employment. Additionally, a medical examination and drug testing may be required. Please provide an explanation for any gaps in employment. A resume may be attached to your application but not substituted for completing the work history section of the application.
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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I understand that the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice is an equal opportunity employer. DJJ does not discriminate in hiring, promotions, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, or other employment aspects based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, or national origin. Any acts you feel are in violation, please get in touch with the Office of Human Resources, 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC (803) 896-5607.

• Yes
• No

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I understand that the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice's School District also does not discriminate in any programs or activities based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age. The following offices have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the school district's nondiscrimination policies: Title IX - Inspector General's Office - 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC 29210-5427 - Ph: 803-896-9595; Special Education Office, 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC I have read and fully understand DJJ's position concerning the law.

• Yes
• No

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I understand that SCDJJ will not hire or promote anyone who may have contact with residents and shall not enlist the services of any contractor who may have contact with residents who have engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility juvenile facility, or other institution (as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997); has been convicted of engaging in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described above.

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Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

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Are you at least 21 years of age?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess a high school diploma and administrative experience?

• YES
• NO

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Do you have a bachelor's degree?

• Yes
• No

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How did you hear about this position?

• SC Government Website
• Career fair
• SC Works
• Social Media
• DJJ Employee
• Indeed.com
• Other

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If you answered "DJJ Employee" for the previous question, please share their name.
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If you answered "Other" for the previous question, please specify.
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I understand that any misrepresentation, omission of facts, or otherwise falsification on this application and attachments will result in disapproval of this application or termination of employment.

• Yes
• No

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Please provide us with two (2) references. One (1) professional reference and one (1) personal reference (non-family member). Please list name(s), phone number(s), and email address(es).
Required Question