Enter a job title or keyword

Midlands Travel Supervisor (Program Assistant)


Job Location:

Richland County, OH - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 45300 - 47000
Posted: 20 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 17 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Responsibilities

Careers at DPH:Work that makes a difference!

Embracing Service Inspiring Innovation Promoting Teamwork Pursuing Excellence and Advancing Equity


Under supervision performs complex specialized duties for legal registration and certification of birth and death certificates and issues certificates upon request. Is able to perform these duties in several counties. Assists to ensure adequate department coverage through proper scheduling and supervision of staff. When staffing needs are filled assistsVital Records (VR) Coordinator with other administrative duties including filing typing stapling preparation of documents meeting preparation and participation.

* Functions as acting site supervisor in the absence of the assigned VR site supervisor in any of the four (4) Midlands VR offices. Duties include: monitoring performance of employees verifying cash drawers assisting with funeral home requests and issues assisting in staff meetings as needed ensuring adequate staffing and materials properly implementing monetary and security procedures. Trains and advises staff to ensure VR laws and regulations are correctly and properly implemented.

* Assists 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 verified copies of vital records; advises when discrepancies are apparent on original documents or when no records 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.

* Assists VR Coordinator in various clerical and administrative functions including preparation and participation in monthly supervisor meetings and other duties as assigned. Attends regional coordinator meetings in Columbia in the absence of the regional coordinator. Reports to VR Coordinator on correct implementation of policies and procedures across regional offices.

* Following the established policies initiates amendments by affidavits of correction paternity acknowledgments legitimations and court orders. Initiates the establishment of delayed certificates.

* Other duties as assigned related to the position.
Minimum and Additional Requirements

State Minimum Requirements:A high school diploma and relevant program experience. A bachelors degree may be substituted for the required program experience.

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

Agency Additional Requirements:A high school diploma and at least six (6) years of face to face customer service experience and at least two (2) years cash drawer experience. Bachelors degree may be substituted for clerical experience. Ability to type at a corrected rate of 45 wpm or more (onsite test required).

Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates the required knowledge skills and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications subject to approval by the SCDPH Chief Human Resources Officer or their delegate

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.

Preferred Qualifications

Two (2) years supervisory and/or Vital Records experience.

Additional Comments

EEO:The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation) national origin age (40 or older) disability or genetic information.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesnt impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.

STATE DISASTER PLAN: In accordance with the States Disaster Plan which includes hazardous weather Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid drivers 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.

The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for Full Time Employees (FTE) positions that includes:

  • 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
  • 15 days Sick Leave per year
  • 13 Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Health dental vision long-term disability and life insurance for employees spouse and children. Click here for additional information.
  • S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
  • Retirement benefit choices*

*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all Full Time Employees (FTE); please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.

HYBRID WORK: The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.


Required Experience:

Manager