Operations Manager Jobs in Chapin, SC (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $57,700.00 - $103,900.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 185901
Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice
Division: Human Resources
Opening Date: 08/07/2026
Closing Date: 8/21/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement: No
Class Code:: AG12
Position Number:: 60030921 (185901)
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN10
Hiring Range - Min.: $57,700.00
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:
Supervises the SCEIS Operations unit of Human Resources. Provides oversight of SCEIS entries and management of all personal transactions, organizational management and the Employee Performance Management Systems (EPMS). Ensuring compliance with established agency, and Comptroller General and State Human Resources guidelines.
JOB DUTIES:
Provides management to the team responsible for entering approved actions i.e., new hires, promotions, demotions, supervisory/location changes, while ensuring compliance with both state regulations and agency guidelines.
Ensures simulations for actions are run after each entry to guarantee the accuracy of the payroll data and prevent issues to include but not limited to under payments or overpayments.
Ensures required paperwork is attached to each action, and that new hire information is processed accurately on or before the prospective hire date.
Manages the maintenance and input of all employee and position information into the South Carolina Enterprise Information System (SCEIS).
Responsible for the input integrity of all information keyed into the system regarding transactions as it pertains to Organizational Management for SCEIS.
Generates and analyzes reports in SCEIS, BEX, and Business Objects for semi-monthly processing ensuring accurate employee compensation confirm the accuracy of the data entered in SCEIS.
Reviews the monthly batch reports and clear all data discrepancies to ensure employees' data is accurate.
Confirms that employees are flagged correctly for applicable actions to include but not limited to, temporary salary adjustment, special assignment pay, overtime indicators (OT), and comp time. Leads research efforts to identify root, discrepancies, and inconsistencies.
Provides guidance and makes recommendations on how to rectify issues.
Provides training and coaching to the SCEIS Operations Team Members.
Develops, maintains and continuously improves the standard operating procedures to ensure consistency.
Spot checks actions to ensure accuracy and payroll deadlines are met.
Verifies previous state service employment for new hires to ensure accuracy of state hire date, annual leave accrual date, continuous state service date, and family medical leave eligibility date.
Ensures SCEIS user roles are assigned promptly and accurately.
Responds to inquiries and requests from managers and external customers i.e., SCEIS, Comptroller General's Office, Division of State Human Resources.
Assists with verification of employment forms.
Assists Human Resources Management as needed with special projects and assignments.
Performs other related job duties as assigned.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A bachelor's degree and relevant human resources experience. A master's degree in human resources management may substitute for the required experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must have knowledge and ability to interpret state employment laws, agency policies and state regulations.
Ability to exercise judgement and discretion, to maintain communication and work effective with agency employees.
Strong skills in Microsoft office software, to include skilled Excel experience, PowerPoint, and knowledge in the South Carolina Enterprise Information System (SCEIS) is preferred.
Must be able to interpret the SC HR Regulations as they apply to SCEIS transactions.
With limited supervision from the Assistant Human Resources Director, the SCEIS Operations Manager will supervise the SCEIS Operations branch of Human Resources to include employee and position data.
Must adhere to confidentiality as it pertains to employee information.
This position will be responsible for the accuracy of the data entered into and maintained within SCEIS.
This position performs job 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 and indirect contact with youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice. Training applicable to these duties will be provided.
Preferred Qualifications
PREFERRED AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
A bachelor's degree with a minimum of three years of SCEIS experience.
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. SCDJJ 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) 896-9749.

• 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

03
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.

• Yes
• No

04
I understand that my fingerprint record received from the FBI and SLED must indicate no felony convictions as a condition of employment.

• Yes
• No

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I certify that I have not been convicted of any criminal offenses that carries a sentence of 1 year or more or any criminal offenses that involves moral turpitude (an act contrary to the accepted rule of right and duty to man and society). Forfeiture of bond, a guilty plea, or plea of nolo contendere is considered the equivalent of a conviction.

• Yes
• No

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Have you or any members of your family ever been a victim of a crime committed by a juvenile who is currently under the supervision of SCDJJ? If yes, type in "Yes" and give your last name of the juvenile, date, and location of trial. If no, please type "No".
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Do you currently or have you ever worked in or have been professionally associated with a prison, jail, lock, community confinement facility, juvenile facility or other institution as defined in 42 U.S.C. § 1997?

• Yes
• No

08
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please list the institution(s) and your date(s) of employment.
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Are you at least 21 years of age?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

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Will you now or in the future require sponsorship to work in the U.S.?

• Yes
• No

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Are you currently employed or have you previously been employed with SCDJJ?

• Yes
• No

13
Are you able to perform the essential job functions with or without a reasonable accommodation?

• Yes
• No

14
How did you hear about this position?

• The State Jobs Website
• Career Fair
• Indeed.com
• SC Works
• DJJ Employee
• Other

15
If you answered "DJJ Employee" to the above question, please list employee's name.
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If you answered "Other" for the previous question, please specify.
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Do you have a valid SC driver's license?
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Do you have a bachelor's degree and relevant human resources experience?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a minimum of 3 years of experience working in SCEIS?

• Yes
• No

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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

21
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