Processing Assistant III 

EMPLOYMENT   OPPORTUNITY

COLUMBUS COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

                                                           November 3, 2025                   

POSITION:               Processing Assistant III                       

AVAILABLE:          Immediately

SALARY:                  $26,901 - $38,427

HIRING RATE:       $25,619

POSITION #:           147-04-211                  

Close Date:                November 17, 2025

REQUIREMENTS: 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES- General knowledge of office practices and procedures. Ability to screen communications and, based on content, handle independently or route to proper source. Working knowledge of math. Ability to compile information based on general instructions. Ability to record information and balance figures. Ability to learn and apply specific laws, departmental rules and regulations relating to verifying, processing and maintaining records and documents. Ability to type with accuracy. Ability to correct spelling, grammatical, punctuation and typing errors. Ability to use judgment in organizing and establishing format. Working knowledge and ability to use correct grammar, vocabulary and spelling. Ability to gather and draft materials from a variety of sources. Ability to gather and give basic information and instructions regarding departmental programs based on inquiries. Ability to learn a general knowledge of persons and agency programs

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE - Graduation from High School and the demonstrated possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities gained through at least one year of office assistant/secretarial experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. 

Columbus County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

FINAL APPLICANTS SUBJECT TO PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG SCREENING AND BACKGROUND CHECK.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

All applications must include a signed Columbus County Employment Application 

Applications may be submitted electronically, dropped off or mailed to, Administration Office, 127 W Webster Street, Whiteville, NC 28472 or Columbus County DSS, 40 Government Complex Rd, PO Box 397, Whiteville, NC 28472 (Attn: Nola Wiles); or email applications to nwiles@columbusco.org  Any questions please contact Nola Wiles at 910-641-3233. 

Incomplete applications or applications received after the closing date will not be accepted. Applicants will be given credit only for information provided in response to this announcement. No additional information will be solicited or considered by this office; therefore, persons who submit incomplete applications may not receive full credit for their education, training, and experience. Verification for education and work experience is taken solely from information listed on the Columbus county application. Applicants will not automatically be given credit based on their position title.