Advising Support Specialist

Advising Support Specialist

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Orangeburg County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

192835

Agency

Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College

Division

Academic Affairs

Opening Date

09/15/2026

Closing Date

10/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

CB65

Position Number:

61132681

Normal Work Schedule:

Other

Normal Work Schedule (Other):

Monday-Thursday 8AM-6PM, and Fridays as scheduled.

Pay Grade

GEN06

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Individuals interested in this opportunity should apply online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sc/octech or www.careers.sc.gov. Please complete the application to include your current and previous work history and education. Resumes will not be accepted in place of applications. For all positions requiring a college degree, a copy of your (unofficial) transcripts must be attached. If a position is offered, the candidate will be required to provide official transcripts. If an accommodation is necessary to participate in the application process, please contact Human Resources.

Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

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Job Responsibilities

Serves as the operational support of the Advising Center, providing front-line advising and registration triage for students with immediate or time-sensitive needs, coordinating daily office workflow and operations, and delivering professional administrative support to staff.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the Advising Center, providing front-line advising and registration triage for students with immediate or time-sensitive needs.
• Coordinate daily office operations and workflow to ensure efficient, consistent service delivery.
• Support the advising department's operations by managing student assignment, records and appointment systems.
• Assist with student outreach, retention and registration initiatives.
• Perform administrative support functions for the Advising Center.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A bachelors degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a bachelors degree. Experience working with students, advising, student services, or administrative functions is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of student services, office procedures, and computer systems. Ability to communicate effectively, maintain confidential records, manage multiple priorities, provide customer service, and work effectively with students and campus personnel.

Additional Comments

Work is primarily performed in an office and student-facing environment. Position requires regular computer use and interaction with students, faculty, and staff.

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.

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College Address 3250 St. Matthews Road

Orangeburg, South Carolina, 29118

Phone 803-535-1209

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.