Summary
 

Why should you join the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina family of companies? Other companies come and go, but for more than seven decades we’ve been part of the national landscape, with our roots firmly embedded in the South Carolina community. We are the largest insurance company in South Carolina … and much more. We are one of the nation’s leading administrators of government contracts. We operate one of the most sophisticated data processing centers in the Southeast. We also have a diverse family of subsidiary companies that allows us to build on a variety of business strengths. We deliver outstanding service to our customers. If you are dedicated to the same philosophy, consider joining our team!

Here is your opportunity to join a dynamic team at a diverse company with secure, community roots and an innovative future.

Location: This role is onsite at 4101 Percival Road, Columbia, SC 29229.

Work Environment: The work hours are Monday - Friday 8 AM – 5 PM.

Description
 

Position Purpose:

As a Project Assistant, you will provide a wide variety of administrative, and staff support services. Your attention to detail and strong organizational and critical thinking skills are crucial as you will coordinate more complex and diverse area specific project, administer programs, projects and processes requiring area specific knowledge. Utilizing your strong Microsoft Office Suites (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) experience and other software, you will operate a desktop computer and is proficient in working with assorted software, tools and systems utilized in the area.

What You'll Do:

• Provide coordination for a variety of area specific projects.

• Complete project support functions. Gather information. Prepare letters, reports, graphs, forms or presentations.

• Organize and expedite the flow of work through management's office, including maintenance of highly confidential files and records, both paper and electronic. Coordinate with purchasing to ensure adequate supplies are on hand at all times.

• Coordinate and complete special projects as assigned by management.

To Qualify for This Position, You'll Need:

• Required Education: Associate's

• Degree Equivalency:  2 years job related work experience

• Required Work Experience: 2 years of project coordination or other job-related work experience including 1 year working proficiently with word processing, desktop publishing, spreadsheet and database applications software.

• Required Software and tools: Microsoft Office

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong organizational skills.

• Good judgment skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Basic business math proficiency.

• Strong analytical or critical thinking skills.

• Excellent knowledge of business etiquette and letter composition

We Prefer That You Have The Following:

• 3 years of administrative, project specialization, or industry-specific experience including computer/software such as Word/Excel/Harvard graphics/iStock/Adobe Stock and desktop publishing or similar.

• Customer service skills.

• Ability to persuade, negotiate, and/or influence.

• Knowledge of Harvard graphics/iStock/Adobe Stock and PowerPoint.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software.

• Ability to run DB2 queries.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes the following:

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

• Fantastic health plans and free vision coverage

• Life insurance

• Paid annual leave — the longer you work here, the more you earn

• Nine paid holidays

• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in significant locations

• Wellness programs and a healthy lifestyle premium discount

• Tuition assistance

• Service Recognition

What We Can Do for You:

We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have the opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.

What to Expect Next:

After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements. Management will conduct interviews with those candidates who qualify, with prioritization giv